Forced to Flee With Nothing After Deadly Papamoa Landslip

To our incredible village,

I honestly don’t even have the words to fully express the gratitude my kids and I feel right now. After the landslides turned our world upside down, we were left trying to process the shock, the loss, and the uncertainty of what came next. In the middle of all that, your kindness wrapped around us like a safety net.

Every donation, message, share, and prayer has meant more than you could ever know. What you gave wasn’t just financial support — it was hope. It helped us secure the basics, take a breath, and begin to find our footing again during one of the most overwhelming times of our lives.

To know that so many people care about my tamariki and our wellbeing has been incredibly humbling. You reminded us that even when things feel dark and heavy, there is still so much light in people.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for standing beside us, lifting us up, and helping us move forward. We carry your generosity with us, always.

With love and deep appreciation,

Rebecca and the kids