Help Me Train Overseas & Compete Internationally in Fencing

$600 of $20,000 goal
Given by 5 generous donors in 9 days

15-year-old NZ fencer fundraising to train overseas or compete internationally and take my fencing to the next level.

Titirangi, Auckland

Hi, I’m a 15-year-old fencer from New Zealand working towards competing at an international level, I am currently ranked in the top Under 17 girls in New Zealand.

I’ve been given the opportunity to travel to Shanghai or Taiwan for 3 months to train intensively, improve my skills, and gain experience I simply can’t access at home. This would be a huge step forward in my fencing journey.

I’m fundraising to help cover training, accommodation, flights, and daily living costs. I’m aiming to leave in August and am working hard to make this happen.

If I don’t reach my full goal, every dollar will still go towards my fencing—helping fund my international competitions, coaching, and essential equipment.

Any support, big or small, means a lot and helps bring me closer to this opportunity. Thank you for being part of my journey ❤️

Genevieve Kirkby - Swain's involvement (page creator)

The beneficiary is my Mother who will put the money earned into my trip and goal.

Use of funds

Funds will go towards flights, accommodation, fencing training, coaching, gym access, and daily expenses. If the goal isn’t reached, the money will support my international competitions, coaching, and new fencing equipment.

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Latest donations

Kay
Kay 10 hours ago
So proud of you Genevieve. Love Nana
$250
Genevieve Kirkby - Swain

Thank you, Nana I’m always looking up to you❤️

Genevieve Kirkby - Swain
Finley
Finley 3 days ago
Go Gen!!
$100
Genevieve Kirkby - Swain

OMG thank you girl, I love you bo ❤️ I owe you a chocolate Waffle!

Genevieve Kirkby - Swain
Guest Donor
Guest Donor 6 days ago
$50
Genevieve Kirkby - Swain

Thank you, every dollar matters 😸

Genevieve Kirkby - Swain
Jacqui
Jacqui on 27 Apr 2026
$100
Genevieve Kirkby - Swain

Thank you ☺️

Genevieve Kirkby - Swain
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 27 Apr 2026
$100
Genevieve Kirkby - Swain

Thank you for donating, I really appreciate it ❤️

Genevieve Kirkby - Swain

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This campaign started on 25 Apr 2026 and ends on 10 Aug 2026.