Give a little hope this Christmas

$16,695 of $20,000 goal

Given by 163 generous donors in 5 weeks

Give a little hope this Christmas, because no parent should feel alone at their child’s hospital bedside. Not just a gift - it’s connection.

Christchurch, Canterbury

Bring comfort to parents with little ones in hospital this Christmas

At Christmas time, with whānau near -

most share good food and moments dear.

But some are stuck in hospital walls,

while caring for their baby small.

No jandals, picnics, Christmas cheer -

just waiting, worrying, wiping a tear.

That's where your kindness plays a part -

a gift of hope, straight from the heart.

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While many of us will celebrate the festive season with family, some parents will be spending the holidays in hospital - caring for a seriously ill child or newborn.

It's an incredibly tough time, filled with stress, worry, and isolation.

That's where One Mother to Another steps in.

Our Christmas care packages, filled with essentials, festive treats, and a handwritten note of encouragement, remind caregivers they are not forgotten.

This year, we're aiming to reach 350 families across 21 hospital wards throughout the South Island.

And the best part - every dollar you give will be DOUBLED by our generous match funders!

$25 becomes $50

$50 becomes $100

Every gift brings twice the impact.

Thank you for helping us spread kindness when it matters most.

About us

Through the simple act of gift giving, One Mother to Another supports parents and whānau with a hospitalised baby or child, as well as mothers facing their own mental health challenges.

We do this by delivering more than 7,000 care packages every year to South Island hospital wards, offering recipients practical support, comfort, and a reminder that they’re not alone

We welcome Payroll Giving through Givealitte. Regular donations help us plan ahead and make a lasting difference.

Use of funds

With only $25 you can buy a care package and bring a smile to the face of a parent at their child’s hospital bedside.

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We reached our target!!! 9 December 2025

✨ WE MADE IT! ✨

Because of you we reached an incredible $21,749.30, we can now deliver over 350 Christmas care packages to parents and whānau spending Christmas Day at their child’s hospital bed.

We know times are tough for so many right now - and yes, we even had to extend our campaign to get there - but you showed up.

Every share, every donation, every word of encouragement… it all mattered.

Thank you!!!

You’re the magic makers. ✨

Thank you for helping us wrap aroha, comfort and hope around families who need it most this Christmas.

And now enjoy our team absolutely losing it with joy in the attached video:-)!

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One Mother to Another

Hi, Thank you for your support - every contribution helps us reach more families and make hospital days a little gentler this Christmas. We really appreciate it.