Help Mike and Shona navigate his brain tumor journey

$10,015 donated
Given by 87 generous donors in 8 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.

Your kindness will make a real difference.

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Morgan Stuart's involvement (page creator)

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

Guest Donor
Guest Donor 1 hour ago
Amazing people, both of you xx
$1,000
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 21 Jan 2026
You are unique
$50
Kath and Colin
Kath and Colin on 15 Jan 2026
All the best
$100
Heather Bloxham
Heather Bloxham on 15 Jan 2026
To dear Mike & Shona Thinking of you both constantly as you both navigate this journey. You have both shown such kindness to me and Benji over the years and you have the biggest hearts. My time at Summerset has been made so much nicer because of you Mike, you mean the world to me. Always in my thoughts and heart. So much love to you both xx
$50
Vicki
Vicki on 10 Jan 2026
$100

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This campaign started on 11 Dec 2025 and ends on 11 Jun 2026.