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Kate's Brave Cancer Journey ♥️

$38,098 of $75,000 goal
Given by 447 generous donors in 6 weeks

She has always been there for us, now it’s our turn to stand beside Kate and her beautiful family as they begin their journey together.

Riverhead, Auckland

Beautiful Mum to Mila, Sofia and Nico, wife to Ben, sister, daughter, and friend to many, is about to face the fight of her life. Kate has received the devastating news that she is in the beginning stages of what will be a long and challenging road ahead with a diagnosis of Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer.

She is determined to face this with strength, courage, and a huge amount of bravery. Kate has the biggest heart, always a warm, welcoming smile, and is always the first one to lend a hand when needed, but this time it's our turn to help her and her family wherever we can.

To take the pressure off Kate and her family during this time, this page has been started to help with day-to-day living expenses, on going treatment costs and to take advantage of overseas treatments, giving Kate a fighter's chance. Whichever way you may choose to show your support, we know times are tough, so anything would be greatly appreciated (I.e. We have a chest freezer for frozen meals, which helps greatly with two hungry teens and a growing boy). Please private message for details.

Thank you for holding our precious Kate in your hearts and prayers, and for surrounding her family with love and strength.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Katy’s Family ❤️

Ryan Mcmahon's involvement (page creator)

This page has been written on behalf of Kate's siblings, who love her dearly. Much love and hugs from all of us.

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Your support will assist with groceries, supplements, treatments, travel costs and daily living expenses while they navigate this journey.

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Everything to play for,  24 February 2026

The out pouring of love and support so far has been incredible non of it has gone unoticed, from our family to yours, thank you❤️

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Latest donations

Guest Donor
Guest Donor 6 days ago
$20
Chris
Chris on 25 Mar 2026
$20
Vanessa
Vanessa on 25 Mar 2026
Sending loads of strength as you make your way through this awful journey. Huge love.
$50
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 21 Mar 2026
Praying lots for you Kate and Ben, and for your great family.
Private
Poppy and Rocco
Poppy and Rocco on 17 Mar 2026
Thinking of you and sending strength and much love 💛
$200

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This campaign started on 15 Feb 2026 and ends on 15 Feb 2027.