Give Mary Strength & Peace in Her Cancer Fight

$1,845 donated
Given by 12 generous donors in 4 days

After a lifetime of being a pillar of strength for others, Mary now needs our support as she faces incurable cancer with immense courage.

Auckland

Mary has been a pillar of strength for others. As a dedicated professional in the helping profession, she spent her career stepping into the critical moments of people's lives, offering support, empathy, and compassion when they needed it most. She has made countless individuals feel seen & valued. Now, life has presented her with the most challenging chapter of her own.

Mary has been diagnosed w/ incurable advanced ovarian cancer. She faces this with immense courage & a commitment to continue working and serving her community for as long as she is able, even while undergoing chemo in the hope of gaining a little more time. The reality of her diagnosis is forcing impossible choices. To attend treatments & manage her health, she has to reduce her working hours. She has exhausted all her leave & savings.

As a single person, the financial pressures are relentless- rent, bills, and treatment-related costs don't pause. Her greatest need is for stability & peace in this precious time.

Mary has given so much care and support to others, the time has come for us to surround her with that same care & support.

We want to say "thank you" for her lifetime of service by ensuring her remaining time is not shadowed by financial worry, but filled with dignity, comfort, & the best possible quality of life. Every single contribution will directly ease her burden and allow her to focus on what truly matters.

ARITA COSTUNA's involvement (page creator)

I am Mary's colleague and friend.

Use of funds

We are rallying around her to provide the financial support she needs to keep a roof over her head and pay utilities, cover ongoing bills, home payments, & unfunded medical expenses (GP visits, supportive therapies (hypnosis and oxygen therapy), and other unfunded care) and allow her to experience small joys that make each day meaningful & full of life (travel & accommodation).

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Dave
Dave 1 hour ago
Sending our love
$200
Phil
Phil 6 hours ago
$500
Frances
Frances 7 hours ago
Sending our love
$200
Vathana
Vathana 11 hours ago
$100
Madi
Madi 2 days ago
Sending so much love Mary ♥️
$50

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This campaign started on 11 Dec 2025 and ends on 31 Jan 2026.