Community Koha for Basketball Barbs Boys

$1,370 donated
Given by 13 generous donors in 4 days

Help support Barb’s boys in easing some of the immediate financial pressures while they grieve and navigate their next steps…

Cromwell, Otago

We are reaching out to ask for support for Zane, Ethan and Caleb, who tragically lost their mum just two weeks before Christmas.

Barb was a much-loved and well-known member of Cromwell and The Southern Lakes community. For Barb was all about kids playing ball, from the Cromwell Mini Miners to the Central Lakes Rep teams Barb’s passion for basketball saw her touch many with her warmth, her presence and her smile. Barb, always had an eagerness to share her knowledge, skills and passion with players, coaches, refs, parents and the score bench. She gave tirelessly her time, always saying yes and putting others first.

Her sudden passing is an enormous loss to our sporting community and most heartbreakingly, to her whānau.

We know this is a challenging time for many, and any donation—no matter how small—would be deeply appreciated. Your kindness and support will help make a meaningful difference for these boys during an unimaginable time.

Thank you for taking the time to read, share, and support this cause.

Arohanui

Barb’s Team

Central Lakes & Mini Miners Basketball's involvement (page creator)

Barb’s Basketball Whānau

Use of funds

Funds will go towards living costs and towards having a less stressful Christmas as the boys navigate through what life without their number #1 fan looks like.

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Latest donations

Finau
Finau 12 hours ago
Forever in our hearts 💕 Alofa tele atu
$100
Harps
Harps 12 hours ago
Xx
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Natasha
Natasha 15 hours ago
Love you guys
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Stewart family
Stewart family 3 days ago
Thank you Barb for all you did for the local kids in getting, and keeping, them energised and enthused about basketball. You’ll be missed.
$100
Powe family
Powe family 3 days ago
Basketball mini miner Barb, a gorgeous sparkling gem and special mum to her outstanding boys. She talked of you all often at the courts. She would have been super proud of you all at todays service. Much love to you all xxx
$50

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This campaign started on 15 Dec 2025 and ends on 15 Mar 2026.