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Breaking Barriers, Building Dreams

  • 🏁 “The Finish Line Is in Sight—Let’s Go!”

      22 November 2025
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    Breaking Barriers, Building Dreams

    $18,743 raised of our $20,000 goal

    124 generous donors • 5 months of incredible support

    As we approach the final days of this campaign, we’re so close to the finish line. With just a small gap left to reach our $20,000 goal, every share, every dollar, and every word of encouragement truly counts.

    This journey has been nothing short of inspiring. Together, you’ve shown what’s possible when a community believes in breaking barriers and building brighter futures. Thank you for lifting this project and the people behind it.

    ⏳ The page closes on 28/11/2025.

    Let’s make these last days count and finish strong!

    If you haven’t yet, please consider giving—or sharing the page with someone who might. Your support now will help us cross the line and turn dreams into reality.

    💛 Thank you for being part of this incredible mission

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  • It takes a village and ours is soaring

      11 October 2025
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    The past weeks have been packed with incredible milestones for our GI Eagles whānau! 🦅💙

    We had two teams represent us at the First Nations Tournament, as well as a couple of our girls proudly playing — and taking first place in their grade! 🙌 Our U14 boys finished 4th in the Boys A Grade, and our U17 boys brought home the championship title, coming 1st in the A Grade. What a proud moment for our club and community.

    It doesn’t stop there — some of our GI Eagles also took part in the Regional U14 Tournament in Tauranga, representing Auckland and Counties Manukau rep teams. Every one of these tamariki are not just representing themselves, but their whānau and the entire GI Eagles legacy.

    With just two months to go before three of our players head to the U.S., we are in the final stages of preparation. Every step they take is powered by your belief in them.

    We’re now over $15,500 of the way toward our $20,000 goal. 48 generous donors have helped us get this far — we’re nearly there!

    Please continue to share, support, and uplift. Every donation is a vote of confidence in our youth and their future.

    Let’s finish strong and send our kids to the States with pride, purpose, and the full support of their village behind them! 🌍✨

    #GIstrong #BreakingBarriers #EaglesSoar

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  • From Barriers to Breakthroughs — The Final Push

      12 September 2025
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    In only 2 months, our 3 GI Eagles will be heading to America — a journey that will change their lives forever. 🦅✈️

    We are deeply thankful for the incredible generosity we’ve seen so far. 44 donors have helped us raise over $13,000 toward our $20,000 goal in just 3 months! 💙 Because of you, we are within reach of making this dream come true.

    But there’s still work to do. Every single gift matters. Your support isn’t just covering expenses — it’s creating transformative opportunities for our kids. Opportunities to learn, discover, grow, and dream in ways they may never have imagined before. These are the kinds of experiences that open doors to brighter futures and show each child that their dreams truly matter. 🌟

    Your contributions are tearing down barriers and building pathways to hope, courage, and possibility. When you give, you’re sending a powerful message: “I believe in you.”

    Now is the moment to come together. With just 2 months left, every week counts. Imagine the difference if each of us shared this mission with just one more person — a friend, a relative, a colleague. Together, we can close the gap, reach our $20,000 goal, and show our kids they have a whole community cheering them on.

    🚀 Let’s finish this strong — and send our Eagles soaring into December with dreams ready to take flight!

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  • Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunities Are Within Reach — Let’s Do This!

      3 September 2025
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    We are beyond grateful for the support that has already poured in — together, 38 generous donors have raised $11,200 toward our $20,000 goal in just 11 weeks! 💙 Because of you, we are over halfway to making this dream a reality.

    But we’re not done yet. Every gift makes a difference, and every contribution is an investment in something bigger than ourselves. These funds don’t just cover costs — they create once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for our kids. Opportunities to learn, grow, explore, and achieve in ways they may never experience again. These are the kinds of moments that spark new passions, open doors to brighter futures, and remind each child that their dreams matter. 🌟

    Your support is helping us break barriers that hold kids back, and instead build bridges toward confidence, hope, and possibility. When you give, you’re not just donating — you’re saying, “I believe in you.”

    Let’s keep the momentum going and finish strong! Imagine the impact if each of us reached out to just one more friend, one more family member, one more colleague, and encouraged them to join this mission. Together, we can not only reach our $20,000 goal, but also show these kids that an entire community is rooting for them.

    🚀 Let’s cross the finish line — and build dreams that will last a lifetime.

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  • Keep the GI Eagles Soaring! 🏀🦅

      24 August 2025
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    Kia ora whānau and supporters,

    We’re so grateful for everyone who has backed our journey so far. Thanks to your generosity, we’ve raised $10,410 of our $20,000 goal, with every dollar matched by Pak’nSave Glen Innes—doubling your impact! 🙌

    This past weekend was extra special—a number of our Eagles played their very first games in the U14 Supercity Tournament, proudly representing Counties Manukau and Auckland, but most importantly, representing GI Eagles.

    We’re also proud of our 3 rangatahi who are fortunate to represent our Eagles far beyond GI—they’ll be heading to America at the end of the year, continuing to work hard with their teams. Our academy is growing strong too, with young ballers determined to take their game to another level. Our tamariki are putting in the mahi behind the scenes and deserve every opportunity that comes their way. 💪

    Funds raised help cover travel, uniforms, tournament fees, coaching, and mentoring—ensuring no young person is left behind because of cost.

    If you’ve already donated—ngā mihi nui! If not, now’s the perfect time. Every contribution, big or small, helps our Eagles spread their wings. Please also share our page so more people can jump on board.

    Together, we can continue breaking barriers and building dreams for our community.

    The GI Eagles Basketball Whānau

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  • 10K Halfway Milestone, Endless Gratitude

      13 August 2025
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    Nine weeks ago, we set out with a dream — to raise $20,000 so our Glen Innes Eagles 🦅 could break barriers and build brighter futures through basketball 🏀. Today, thanks to the aroha, generosity, and belief of 66 incredible donors, we’ve hit $10,000 — halfway to our goal! 🎉

    Every single contribution has been a game changer:

    • You’ve helped our rangatahi take the court with pride at local, regional, and national levels.

    • You’ve opened doors for once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, like representing the First Nations Polynesian Basketball team in Los Angeles and Las Vegas.

    • You’ve provided gear, uniforms, travel, and mentoring that build not just skills, but confidence, teamwork, and lifelong resilience.

    A massive slam-dunk thank you to Pak’nSave Glen Innes for matching every single donation — doubling the power of your kindness. 🙏

    From the bottom of our hearts ❤️, thank you for believing in our players, backing our whānau, and lifting our community. We wouldn’t be here without you.

    We’ve soared this far together — and with your continued support, the sky’s the limit.

    Ngā mihi nui,

    The GI Eagles whānau 🏀🦅

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  • Whānau powered – Dreams delivered!

      4 August 2025
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    We’re overjoyed to reflect on how far our GI Eagles have come—and it’s all because of YOU.

    🏀 Athlete Milestones & Achievements

    Our rangatahi are stepping up! Players selected for the Auckland and Counties Manukau representative teams and preparing to compete at national tournaments. Even more inspiring: our First Nations Polynesian team is heading to Los Angeles and Las Vegas later this year—an opportunity that’s as cultural as it is athletic.

    🌱 Community Impact

    Junior Eagles from Glen Innes are not just learning to dribble—they’re growing resilience, leadership, and confidence on and off the court. Whānau and community support have amplified this sense of belonging and purpose.

    💰 Financial Progress

    So far, $6,878 has been raised by 29 generous donors, making a real dent on our $20,000 goal. A heartfelt thank‑you to Pak’nSave Glen Innes for matching every dollar, effectively doubling your impact.

    🎯 Where Donations Go

    • Covering travel, uniforms, and tournament fees

    • Supporting coaching, mentoring, and player development

    • Funding community events that bring whānau and tamariki together

    Help us raise the bar even higher. Share our page, contribute if you can—and together, let’s keep breaking barriers and building dreams, one basket at a time. 🦅

    Ngā mihi nui from the GI Eagles whānau!

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  • Whānau powered-Dreams delivered!

      16 July 2025
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    🚨 Update – GI Eagles on the Rise!

    We’re so proud to share how far we’ve come — and it’s all thanks to YOU!

    🏀 Our GI Eagles have been making huge strides:

    • Players are now representing Auckland and Counties Manukau and preparing for national tournaments.

    • Our First Nations Polynesian team is heading to LA and Las Vegas this year!

    • More kids from Glen Innes are thriving on and off the court thanks to your support.

    🌟 $3,613 raised so far from 21 generous donors — every dollar is helping unlock life-changing opportunities for our youth.

    🙏 Special thanks to Pak’nSave Glen Innes, matching all donations dollar-for-dollar! That means your impact is DOUBLED.

    Your support helps fund:

    ✔️ Travel, uniforms, and tournament fees

    ✔️ Coaching and mentoring

    ✔️ Player development and community events

    We’re aiming for $20,000 to cover all team costs. If you’ve already donated — thank you! If not, now’s a great time to jump in.

    💬 “Basketball gave me purpose — now I want to give back to my community.” – GI Eagles player

    Let’s keep building dreams, breaking barriers, and backing our young leaders. Every donation makes a difference.

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  • GI Eagles on the Rise – Be Part of the Journey

      9 July 2025
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    We’re blown away—$2,993 raised in just 4 weeks by 18 amazing donors! 🙌

    Your support is helping our GI Eagles soar—young athletes from Glen Innes chasing their basketball dreams across Aotearoa and all the way to the USA. 🇳🇿✈️🇺🇸

    Every dollar goes toward gear, travel, tournament fees, and development opportunities that would otherwise be out of reach. For many of our rangatahi, this is more than sport—it’s confidence, community, and a shot at a brighter future.

    We still have a way to go to reach our $20,000 goal, but with your continued support, we know it’s possible. 💪Can you share our page or give a little today?

    Together, we’re breaking barriers and building dreams—one basket, one believer, one dollar at a time.

    Ngā mihi nui from the GI Eagles whānau! 🦅💛🖤

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  • Give our Eagles a Shot!!

      1 July 2025
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    Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve raised $1,341 of our $20,000 goal—and already sent one of our rangatahi to compete in Christchurch for the Under18 Auckland team! That’s a huge milestone, giving them the chance to represent GI Eagles on a national stage.

    Now, we’re backing more of our rangatahi, who’ve been selected for Auckland rep teams and our Eagles who will compete in elite competitions. These are amazing achievements—but without funding, they miss out.

    Opportunities like this don’t just happen. This kaupapa gives our Eagles a shot to thrive, grow, and shine—on the court and beyond.

    💥 Every dollar is matched by Pak’nSave Glen Innes, doubling your impact!

    Please share our givealittle page with your friends and whanau. Together, we’re breaking barriers and building dreams.

    Thank you for helping our Eagles fly.

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