Community Koha for Basketball Barbs Boys

$2,080 donated
Given by 21 generous donors in around 3 months

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

Julie
Julie on 30 Dec 2025
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Kush Family
Kush Family on 28 Dec 2025
Barb, you will be greatly missed. A true legend. Thank you for sharing your incredible heart and passion for basketball with the kids and our community. Sending so much love to your family.
$100
Andrea and Paxton xx
Andrea and Paxton xx on 25 Dec 2025
Private
Doone & Emma
Doone & Emma on 23 Dec 2025
Thinking of you all xx
$100
Aspiring Basketball Academy
Aspiring Basketball Academy on 22 Dec 2025
For everything Barb did for us. Sending you all our love & support.
$200

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