Cyclone Harold Relief Fund for Frank in Tonga

$2,750 donated
Given by 42 generous donors in around 3 months

Please help us raise money for Frank and his family in Tonga who lost their roof during the recent Cyclone Harold

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In the early hours of 9 April 2020, tropical cyclone Harold strengthened to Category 5 and struck Tonga's western coastline. Packing winds of up to 260 kilometres per hour (160 miles per hour) it cut power in parts of Tonga and police said at least three tourist resorts north of the capital, Nukualofa, had been reduced to rubble. In addition, some homes have had damage in these areas as well. A friend and seasonal employee of Sea Change Eco Retreat, Frank Lea'aetoa, lives with his brother and his brother's family. The roof over the back of their house, where the kitchen is, was torn off. This has also caused damage to the interior part of the house because of the rain. We would like to raise money to help Frank and his family to repair their house. Any money left over will go to neighbours and others in the area in need of help. Also, because of Covid-19 Lockdown, they are not able to work. Tourism for this year, which is a huge part of their economy, will most probably not be happening. Therefore, they are in need of financial help not only to do these repairs, but more importantly to buy food at this time.

Cyclone Harold Relief Fund for Frank in Tonga's involvement (page creator)

I am a friend of Maria's and visit Tonga every year to teach a Pilates Retreat at Sea Change, so I know Frank and we want to help him and his family and friends out after the cyclone

Use of funds

Primarily the funds will be used to repair damage to Frank's house. Any surplus will be shared amongst neighbours for food and repairs during Covid-19 Lockdown in Tonga

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Judith & Ross
Judith & Ross on 22 May 2020
$100
Downs Family
Downs Family on 02 May 2020
With love
$100
Roy
Roy on 02 May 2020
Good luck Frank! My cousin Clint is in on this, me too!! One day I will come visit this amazing place on earth. Stay safe and healthy! Roy and Amy
$50
Courtney
Courtney on 02 May 2020
$10
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 02 May 2020
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Paying to a verified bank account of Maria Cantrell on behalf of Frank Lea'aetoa from the Hai'apai Group in Tonga
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