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Help Rebuild Meri Haapu’s Life after Devastating House Fire

$1,375 donated
Given by 27 generous donors in 25 days

Help Meri Haapu, a devoted single mother of 10 who lost everything in a devastating house fire, rebuild her life and provide for her babies.

Gisborne

On Thursday, September 19th, 2024, our beloved whānau, Meri Haapu, experienced an unimaginable tragedy. Her home, filled with memories, was consumed by a devastating fire that started in the kitchen. The cause is still being confirmed, but the outcome is heartbreakingly clear, Meri and her 6 children have lost everything.

Meri is a single mother who has dedicated her life to others. Whether it’s volunteering to cater for community events or being the first to offer help to any whānau member in need, Meri has always been there with open arms and a giving heart. She never hesitates to drop everything when someone is unwell or in need, pouring her love and energy into making sure others are cared for.

Now, Meri and her children have nothing but the clothes they escaped in. Everything else, their home, belongings and the sense of security they once knew—is gone.

This is a call to action for everyone who knows the impact Meri has had on our community. It’s our turn to give back to someone who has given so much. Your donations, no matter how big or small, will help Meri rebuild her life and provide the essentials she and her children need to start over.

Let’s show Meri that the love she’s shared with all of us will come back to her tenfold. Please, donate what you can, and share this page so that others can help too. Every contribution is deeply appreciated and will go directly to helping Meri and her children rebuild from this tragic loss.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Sarah Tohu's involvement (page creator)

I am her aunty.

Use of funds

The money will be spent on essential items like clothing, food, furniture, travel, and other basic necessities. Meri house was not insured.

Funds will be paid to Meri's eldest daughter, Hurene.

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Latest donations

Gisa's
Gisa's on 02 Oct 2024
GB you and your family!
Private
Nina
Nina on 27 Sep 2024
so sorry you have had to go through this horrible ordeal. Kia Kaha Arohamai
$100
Mereono
Mereono on 26 Sep 2024
Kia kaha whānau 💛🖤
Private
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 26 Sep 2024
$50
Tiiki and Bakea
Tiiki and Bakea on 26 Sep 2024
Love and prayers To you and your children from Porirua 🙏
$50

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Created by Sarah Tohu
Hurene Haapu's avatar
Paying to a verified bank account of Hurene Haapu
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This campaign started on 20 Sep 2024 and ends on 31 Oct 2024.