Help With Craig Ireland's Chemo Costs

$31,895 of $121,599 goal
Given by 214 generous donors in 9 days

Help Craig Ireland access a privately funded 12-month course of chemotherapy for ongoing cancer treatment.

Hawke's Bay, Hastings District

In April, 2023, our dad, Craig Ireland, was diagnosed with rectal cancer. The journey since then has been a long, great, and deeply difficulty. Cancer has spread to his liver, and he has reached the limits of what public health care can offer. The costs associated with private treatment are significant, and we are asking for your help to ease the financial burden.

If you know Craig, you know how openly and generously and fully he shares his time with everyone. He has inspired many within the culinary space as a culinary arts teacher at St John’s College in Hastings. His commitment to his job extends far beyond the kitchen—he is a mentor, a role model, and a trusted friend to many. His kindness, generosity, and selflessness have earned him the respect and admiration of all who know him.

Every donation, no matter how small, will go directly towards funding these critical treatments, for 12 months of treatment. Your support will make a world of difference in Craig’s journey. We love him so much and owe so much to him; we hope we can get more time with him.

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and support during this challenging time.

Jake Ireland's involvement (page creator)

We (myself and my two brothers) are Craig's children.

Use of funds

Private Targeted Chemotherapy drugs Lonsurf and Bevacizumab

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Latest donations

Guest Donor
Guest Donor 5 mins ago
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Zidich-Murrell Family
Zidich-Murrell Family 40 mins ago
We have nothing but respect and best wishes for Mr Ireland xx
$100
Christine
Christine 1 hour ago
You were an inspiration to staff and hospitality students at Karamu High School. Thinking of you and your family Craig.
$100
Guest Donor
Guest Donor 1 hour ago
Wish you all the best!
Private
Tess
Tess 1 hour ago
$50

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This campaign started on 8 Dec 2024 and ends on 8 Dec 2025.