NUK KORAKO is RIDING for RENEE TO GET A NEW JAW

$22,182 of $50,000 goal
Given by 182 generous donors in 13 weeks

9 October I cycled 740kms from Rapaki to Bluff to Help Renee~check out her page https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-renee-get-a-new-jaw

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The ride is over but we are still raising funds. Just go to https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/help-renee-get-a-new-jaw to make a donation thank you so much 😊

We are on a mission to raise funds for a life changing operation for 26 year old Renee Veal. In October I will be riding 700kms from Rapaki on Banks Peninsula to Bluff to raise money for Renee's operation which is very specialised Jaw Surgery that is NOT covered by the NZ Health system. Renee is a wonderful hard working young local woman and needs a total Jaw Reconstruction & Jaw Joint Replacement at a cost of approx. $90,000. This surgery will give her quality of life, for the rest of her life. Together we will make this surgery a reality for Renee.

It is difficult for Renee to sleep, to eat properly and at times speaking is painful. Renee experiences constant severe headaches. For the past 10 years she has seen life through a fog. Renee is pushing through with her university pre-health diploma but study, or even working is difficult given her condition but she soldiers on with a warm smile.

I depart 9 October riding to Bluff with my wife Chris as support crew. It’s not a race, it’s a life changing ride

Distance per day: 120kms Approximately per day over 6 days

Type of Bike: Electric and to attain the 120kms per day discipline Nuk can only stay at a maximum level 2 electrical assistance out of 5. Not bad for A Gold Card Holder!

Proceeds: All proceeds go to Renee Veal’s surgery Give A Little Fund

All “Ride for Renee” travel expenses are a Koha from Nuk and Chris

RENEE is a hard working, kind & compassionate young wahine who grew up at Rapaki on Lyttelton Harbour. Renee has had previous procedures but now needs this operation to have any quality of life for the rest of her life.

We appreciate any contribution to Renee’s fund and Renee also thanks you from the bottom of her Heart.

With thanks and gratitude

Ngā mihi

Nuk

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We are on our way for Renee to reach $90,000  5 November 2021

As of today we have $40,000 in Renee’s Surgery Account including both Givealittle and Renee’s surgery bank account. That has only been possible with your generosity, sharing Renee’s story and being part of her journey in some way. The cycle to Bluff took many turns along the inland route with snow, head winds, 1 puncture and some narrow roads with big trucks, but every pedal was worth it. Thank you from Renee’s family, our family and a huge hug and thanks from Renee. This isn’t the end of our fundraising journey it is just the beginning until we make surgery a reality for this 26 year old young woman. Renee’s parents and whanau, Christine and I really appreciate the support you have given Renee. Nuk

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Dean Percy
Dean Percy on 17 Nov 2021
$30
Renee Veal

Dean your support is awesome. Nga mihi Nuk Renee and whanau ❤️

Renee Veal
Laura & Cara
Laura & Cara on 11 Nov 2021
$100
Renee Veal

Laura & Cara, thank you! That is so kind and generous. Arohanui xx

Renee Veal
Dave
Dave on 28 Oct 2021
Great work Nuk!
$500
Renee Veal

Dave thanks for your very generous donation towards Renee’s Surgery. Renee and her whanau send their heart felt thanks to you. We appreciate your support Ngā mihi

Renee Veal
Todd
Todd on 27 Oct 2021
You are an inspiration Nuk !
$50
Renee Veal

Brother, thanks so much for your koha for Renee. Nuk

Renee Veal
Rata Foundation
Rata Foundation on 27 Oct 2021
$200
Renee Veal

Ngā mihi. Your generous support is appreciated with Aroha

Renee Veal

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