Hope for Lis: Support a brave mum through an uncertain time.

$780 donated
Given by 12 generous donors in 6 weeks

Hope for Lis: Support a brave mum through an uncertain time.

Wellington

We're reaching out on behalf of our beloved sister-in-law, brother-in-law, and their five beautiful children.

Just this week, their world was turned upside down. Mum – a strong and loving mum – suffered numerous strokes, which led to a serious brain bleed. She is now in a bad way, and while we hold onto hope and continue to pray for a miracle, the road ahead is uncertain.

This tragedy has left a young family suddenly without the anchor who kept their lives running – emotionally and practically. With five children needing care, stability, and support, the family is facing enormous pressure. Dad is doing everything he can to hold things together, but the emotional and financial burden is immense.

We’ve created this page to help take some of that weight off their shoulders. Your generous support will go directly toward day-to-day expenses for the kids – food, clothing, school needs, and keeping a sense of normality in this deeply abnormal time. It will also allow the family to stay close to Mum, to be with her, speak to her, and surround her with love as we continue to hope against hope for recovery.

No donation is too small – every bit helps.

Lisa Witehira's involvement (page creator)

I am her sister inlaw and aunty to her children

Use of funds

Your support will go directly toward day-to-day expenses for the kids and keeping a sense of normality.

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Latest update

On the mend  17 September 2025

Against all odds, Lis is making progress and has been released back home to the care of her whanau. Although the future is still unclear, we thank everyone for the support so far.

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Latest donations

Cookie
Cookie on 09 Aug 2025
Strength and love cousie
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Lisa Witehira

Thank you Cookie

Lisa Witehira
Rachelle
Rachelle on 08 Aug 2025
Hoping for a speedy recovery 🙏
$50
Lisa Witehira

Thank you Rachelle

Lisa Witehira
Jill
Jill on 08 Aug 2025
Kia kaha whanau. Keeping you all in mind and prayers.
$100
Lisa Witehira

Thank you for your support

Lisa Witehira
Nitasha
Nitasha on 07 Aug 2025
Love u forever my sister
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Lisa Witehira

Thank you for your generosity

Lisa Witehira
Marco
Marco on 07 Aug 2025
$50
Lisa Witehira

Thank you xx

Lisa Witehira

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This campaign started on 3 Aug 2025 and ended on 17 Sep 2025.