Help Mike and Shona navigate his brain tumor journey

$8,815 donated
Given by 83 generous donors in 4 weeks

Help Mike and Shona Navigate his brain tumor journey.

Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui

It is with great sadness that we share that Mike has been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor and has been given six months to live.

Mike has dedicated his life to his work as an Activities Coordinator at a retirement village which he absolutely loves, but unfortunately may not be able to continue due to his health declining so rapidly. Mike has also dedicated himself to his family and tirelessly volunteering and fundraising for the Manawatu Stroke Club - making a lasting impact on our community.

Unfortunately, Mike does not have life insurance. Every donation will go directly to Mike and his wonderful wife, Shona, to help cover essential costs as they navigate this incredibly difficult journey together. Without life insurance and with rapidly increasing cost, Mike and Shona need help to meet immediate and ongoing expenses.

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Mike is our dearly beloved work dad.

Use of funds

Your generosity will help cover:

The medical and care cost that entail end of life care such as GP and lawyer fees; in home care; counselling and; medication.

Transport and travel to appointments

Living expenses as Mike provided for both him and Shona

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THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!   14 December 2025

I would just like to say THANK YOU!!!! thank you so much for all your kindness and compassion for Mike and Shona. There are no words but THANK YOU and GOD BLESS you all and your families. 💕🙏🏻

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Latest donations

Vicki
Vicki 4 days ago
$100
Moyra Speir
Moyra Speir 5 days ago
Dear Mike and Shona, I am keeping you both in my thoughts and prayers as you journey through this very difficult time. Mike, thank you for making life at Summerset so entertaining - great singing as well. May you find peace in the friendships that surround you. Warm regards, Moyra
$100
Gilly
Gilly on 05 Jan 2026
$10
Mandy
Mandy on 03 Jan 2026
Really shocked and devastated to hear this, sending lots of love , mandy and Rebecca
$100
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 03 Jan 2026
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This campaign started on 11 Dec 2025 and ends on 11 Jun 2026.