Help Me Get A Car to Keep Supporting my Family

$200 of $8,000 goal
Given by 4 generous donors in 9 weeks

I would appreciate any assistance in raising funds for a car that will help me continue working independently.

Somerfield, Christchurch

Hi, I’m Shiara. I’m a nurse in NZ and I help support my family back in the Philippines.

My sister is fighting cancer, so I pay for my niece’s and nephew’s tuition and cover some family debts. I do my best with extra nursing shifts and a small dog walking/pet sitting side job.

Last year I lost my car after my credit got damaged. Now I borrow my partner’s car for work — but I feel guilty and stuck relying on him.

Having my own small, reliable car will help me:

✅ Keep my side jobs going and earn more

✅ Stay independent instead of feeling like a burden

✅ Keep helping my sister’s kids stay in school while she focuses on getting better

Use of funds

I’m asking for help to raise $8,000 NZD, which will cover:

$5,000–6,000: A modest used car with registration, WOF, insurance

$1,200: To pay down urgent family debts

$1,500: To help with my nephew’s and niece’s tuition for the rest of the school year

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Latest donations

Verity
Verity on 16 Jul 2025
All the best Shiara💕
$50
Lindy
Lindy on 16 Jul 2025
$50
Shanti
Shanti on 16 Jul 2025
Wishing you the best Shiara; you deserve it ❤️
$50
Holly
Holly on 15 Jul 2025
You’re amazing Shy!! 💜
$50

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This campaign started on 13 Jul 2025 and ended on 20 Sep 2025.