Kotahitanga for our moko: Support his long recovery journey

$2,200 of $10,000 goal
Given by 21 generous donors in 8 weeks

Supporting our young moko's recovery after a serious neck injury, helping his whānau stay by his side in Christchurch.

Waitara, Taranaki

Our young moko has sustained a serious neck injury and is currently receiving specialist treatment at the Christchurch Spinal Unit. This unexpected and distressing event has had a significant impact on his whānau and all who know him.

He has contributed greatly to our community through his voluntary work as a Jiu-Jitsu tutor, giving his time to support tamariki in building confidence, discipline, and resilience. His dedication has positively influenced many children, including those who were experiencing challenges such as bullying. He has done all of this quietly, without ever asking for anything in return.

At this time, it is our turn to support him and his whānau.

Your contribution will assist with travel to Christchurch, accommodation and kai while staying near him, rehabilitation and recovery costs, and any additional support required during his long-term healing journey.

While government support is available, this does not cover everything.

Every donation, whether large or small, will provide meaningful help for this young man and his whānau during a very difficult period. Your generosity, kindness, and compassion are sincerely appreciated.

Ngā mihi nui.

Use of funds

Whānau travel to Christchurch, accommodation and kai while staying near him. Rehabilitation and recovery costs, and extra assistance needed throughout his long healing journey.

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Latest donations

Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 26 Dec 2025
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Sharne
Sharne on 12 Dec 2025
Hey Vinnie, You take all the time you need to recover. You’re an awesome young man. Kia kaha, Miss O’Brien
$50
Lee Horton
Lee Horton on 09 Dec 2025
$50
Will and Tess Rodden
Will and Tess Rodden on 04 Dec 2025
Wishing you a speedy recovery. Much love to you and whanau. Will, Tess, Lochie and Logan
$200
Mahara whaanau
Mahara whaanau on 04 Dec 2025
Sending all our aroha xxx
$200

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Created by, and paying to a verified bank account of, Jacqualene Rhoda Papuni on behalf of Vincent Tamawaru Kingi-Hunt
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This campaign started on 2 Dec 2025 and ends on 2 Dec 2026.