Lets Get Jaden (JAYDOG) to see the Melbourne Storm at their Home Ground

$15,179 of $15,000 goal
Given by 88 generous donors in 11 weeks

Help us get Jaden (JAYDOG) to see his beloved Melbourne Storm before he is next medical adventure - dialysis.

Birkenhead, Auckland

As many of you already know Jaden is a tragic, tragic Storm supporter. He was born with a rare disorder being the deletion of Chromosome 20, and a condition called Albright Hereditary Osteodystrophy.

His medical issues have been endless. Born only 2lbs, spent 4 months in hospital and feed via a tube for a year. He was not supposed to walk, crawl or talk and did not crawl but days before his 2nd birthday, he just got up and walked. And he hasn’t stopped talking.

Jaden’s mobility has weakened year-by-year. He had triple fusions in both ankles when he was 13yrs. His feet are 24/7 sore. In summer they swell and in winter they get numb from the cold. He can only walk a short distance before he needs to sit down but refuses to have a walker or wheelchair.

Jaden has been bedridden for months on many occasions, he has been bullied for his weight, never been able to hop in a car and drive somewhere, missed out on having a loved one and his own family. Despite this, he does not feel sorry for himself and just gets on with life. He knows he’s different, but he refuses to be treated differently.

Jaden’s kidneys are failing now. Jaden is not eligible for a transplant for various reasons, unless a miracle happens. His kidney function is at 20% compared to a normal function of 120%. Soon he he will be doing dialysis 3/4 days a week for 4/5 hours. Life will change for him immensely.

Before this happens and before travel will not be possible, we want to GET JAYDOG TO THE STORM.

Brett Craies' involvement (page creator)

As a close friend of his mother Julie, I have known Jaden since he was born and am proud to a be part of his life and even prouder of the young man Jaden is.

Use of funds

Flights, accommodation, a helper for Jaden and his mum, transport, food, game day tickets and possibly a little touring around Melbourne

If we don't reach our target or over reach it - the monies will be spent on Jaden's future needs.

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Latest donations

Justin Chong
Justin Chong on 26 Jul 2024
Have a great time j-dawg!
$100
All the Boys in the MWSS Golf Group
All the Boys in the MWSS Golf Group on 22 Jul 2024
We had a good time playing golf for 3 days, you have a great weekend with the Storm mate, enjoy our fine money, Crazy is a bad man.
$1,204
School Boy
School Boy on 22 Jul 2024
All The Best, lets get you to the target mate
$500
Maree and Hartley
Maree and Hartley on 16 Jul 2024
Hope you have a epic trip Jaden!
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Brian
Brian on 15 Jul 2024
Have a great trip Jaden. From the team at Vertical Logistics
$1,000

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Created by, and paying to a verified bank account of, Brett Craies on behalf of Jaden Burrell
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This campaign started on 14 May 2024 and ended on 31 Jul 2024.