Help Bec and Alex who lost everything in the Pakowhai (Cyclone Gabrielle) floods

$16,211 donated
Given by 92 generous donors in 14 days

Our friend Bec and her family have lost everything after Cyclone Gabrielle - please donate to help them get back on their feet.

Pakowhai, Hawke's Bay

Bec, her daughter Alex and her parents Liz and Pete have lost pretty much everything in the floods Cyclone Gabrielle caused in the Hawkes Bay area. Their property in Pakowhai has been destroyed and they will have to start from scratch. Bec's home was right next to her parents house, both swamped by 3+ metres of water with all their possessions, vehicles and so on. They were rescued by jet boat from a neighbour's shed roof, lucky enough to also save the family dog Charlie. Insurances will cover some, but they will still need some financial help to replace bit by bit and get back on their feet.

Most of you already have heard and many have asked how to help. We are grateful that they are safe and have been given a roof over their head but it'll be a long road to recovery and Bec will gladly accept any help she can get.

So every little bit will help, no donation will be too small. Thank you so much!

Check in on her facebook page for updates.

Ina Hartmann's involvement (page creator)

Bec and I have been sharing a house together in Manly 15+ yrs ago and have been friends ever since.

Use of funds

Fundraiser money will mostly towards a computer for her work and some other things that won't be covered by the insurance. They are ok for clothing and household items atm, but once they have found permanent accomodation again this will be next.

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Latest update

Thank you!!!  6 March 2023

Hello and thank you so so much to everyone that has so generously donated to the fundraiser page!!! You are amazing!!! Needless to say Bec is blown away by your support and generosity and can call herself very very lucky to have such caring people in her life.

The fundraiser page has been closed now. Thanks again to everyone it means the world to Bec and her family! 🙏🏻💚

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Latest donations

Paula
Paula on 05 Mar 2023
Haven’t had the pleasure of meeting your lovely family yet… but connected.. as I’m Amy’s aunt .. best wishes for strength, courage and little miracles as you go through this very difficult time xx
$100
Jackie
Jackie on 03 Mar 2023
Wishing you all the best for your recovery
$100
Bernie
Bernie on 03 Mar 2023
Wishing you every success in rebuilding. Sending you loads of love from across the sea xxx
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Laurinda
Laurinda on 01 Mar 2023
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Linda
Linda on 01 Mar 2023
Wishing you all the best recovery possible
$100

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This campaign started on 19 Feb 2023 and ended on 5 Mar 2023.