Oh, darling, buckle up for the drama! Picture this: I was out gallivanting along the breathtaking Godley Head trail, soaking up the scenery, living my best adventurer fantasy with my dear friend Talyah—sweating for a good cause, obviously—when, plot twist! I had a seizure. But not just any seizure, my first ever seizure. A debut performance, if you will. Iconic? Maybe. Ideal? Not quite. Now, let’s give credit where it’s due—I did manage to clock my precious minutes before completely seizing the stage (and, well, the rest of my body). So, silver linings! As you can tell from this stunning hospital aesthetic, I ended up getting checked out. All is well, but I have been prescribed a "take it easy" vibe for the next few days. This means my usual hour of glorious physical activity is getting a remix. Instead of conquering hills and seeking adventure, my fitness routine will be taking a chic turn—pottering around the house, tidying up like a domestic goddess, and breaking my efforts into smaller, more refined chunks. Fear not, the show must go on—just with a little more caution and a lot more flair!
This is my third year sweating
I’m sweating to take a stand against discrimination and create real change
Why I’m Sweating with Pride
I'm back for my third year of Sweat with Pride! 💦🌈 And this time, I'm determined to make an even bigger impact—more movement, more sweat, and more funds raised for life-changing Rainbow support services.
Every year, I take on this challenge because the reality for LGBTQIA+ Kiwis is heartbreaking. Schools, workplaces, and even doctors’ offices remain unsafe for many in our community, leading to higher rates of mental illness, suicide, and preventable illnesses like syphilis, mpox, and HIV. That’s why I’m showing up every single day in June, pushing myself harder than ever. At least 30 minutes of exercise daily? Absolutely. Aiming for 60 minutes or more? No excuses.
This isn't just about fitness—it's about fighting discrimination, standing up for our community, and funding the vital services that save lives. Every drop of sweat is for something bigger, and I'd love your support to help me raise more than ever before. Every dollar truly makes a difference.
Thank you for backing me in this journey—it means the world! ❤️
My Fundraising
Impact
$100
Provides vital resources to support Rainbow communities
$300
Free, confidential mental health support for Rainbow Kiwis
$500
Ensures more people can access life-changing health services without cost barriers
$1,000
Fund an educational workshop to create safer, more inclusive spaces
$2,500
Provides a full day of community outreach, to improve wellbeing and reduce stigma on a large scale
💖 I’m $1,420 away from my next impact milestone. Will you help me reach it?
Track My
Sweat
I’m sweating for 60 minutes per day this June!
My Fundraising
Ranking
I’m #131 out of 5,984 Sweaty Bettys
Dan Agnew
Raised
$1,080
My Blog
Updates
🌈✨ Sweat with Pride 2025 is officially in full swing, and honey, I am living for it! To kick off week two, I traded my glitter for grit and joined the fabulous team at Iron Knight Gaming in Rangiora for a grand transformation—think full-blown makeover, but for their store! 💃💖 We dismantled their old space with all the drama of a Broadway finale and then brought their new store to life with the enthusiasm of a pride parade on steroids! It was a whirlwind of lifting, shifting, and serving up some serious muscle realness. And let’s not forget—it felt absolutely fabulous getting my workout in while supporting an iconic local business. Sweat, strength, and a whole lot of pride—what more could you ask for? Excited for what’s next in this journey! 🌟🌈 And don’t forget, darlings—if you want to help me smash my goal, make sure to sponsor me! Every little bit helps, and together we can make a real difference. 💖✨
My Generous
Sponsors
$100
Chris
$86
Manda
Keep up the good work!!
$63
Michael Leefe
$50
Liz Agnew
Well done despite the unplanned exciting event! And a belated Happy Birthday xx
$50
Mum
$50
Natasha Beardsley
$50
Keith Caetano
Awesome!
$50
Georgia Hollebon
Do Better Dan! (Jokes, you are doing awesome!! Keep it up!!)
$50
Dan Agnew
$46
Poy Ling Agnew
Proud of you!
$46
Jennifer Agnew
Love to support your efforts, Dan!!
$45
Dorian
It's the best reference ever!
$30
Karl
Best of luck, 60mins a day will go in a flash
$30
Talyah Mayron
$25
Jody
Best of luck as always!
$20
Arun Ranganathan
$20
Shaniqua Gawler
You’re doing great sweetie!!
$20
Madi JP
$20
Dionysus Brinfield
$20
Scott Pennell
$20
Lisa
Keep it up - you are nearly there!
$20
Dan Agnew
$20
BNZ, Durex, and Les Mills
Keep on sweating! Arohanui, BNZ, Durex, and Les Mills.
$20
Jack Gausvami
well done Dan!
$20
BNZ, Durex, and Les Mills
Keep on sweating! Arohanui, BNZ, Durex, and Les Mills.
$20
Bex Hyde
Gooooo Dan! Proud of you!
$15
Anonymous
$14
Chris Clarkson
Donated what I can :)
$10
Alex Johnson
Go on you Dan - keep up your amazing efforts!!
$10
Callan Tucker
Great mahi mate!
$10
Dion McKenna
$10
Sam Smith
Smash it Dan! You're amazing! Keep up the great mahi e hoa
$10
Ruth Agnew
Proud of you! ❤️
$5
Kelly Abraham
$5
Alana Kim-Le Comte
Nice work Dan! :)
