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Let’s help Mel and her family

$1,510 donated
Given by 27 generous donors in 7 weeks

Let’s help Mel and family

Canterbury

Hi friends and family, I am starting this give a little on the behalf of Mel and her family to try and help with the financial burden they have , Mel has been struggling for the last 8years after her awesome step dad donated a kidney, unfortunately after a few years her body rejected this, she has spent the last 8years in and out of hospital and is about to loose her leg below her knee she is having to endure 3 days in hospital 6 hours a day on dialysis now , Mel is the most amazing person you could meet and I would like for us all to be able to help her and her family enjoy some time together so any donation whether small or big would be amazing below is Mel’s description of what she’s endured be it short

My kidneys really cramped out 2017 that's wen I first started dialysis and found out I'd had 2 strokes I got my transplant from my step dad in 2019 it lasted 5 years so 2022 it all started again I had a heart attack 2022 also and scans showed I have moyamoya syndrome that was 2023

This is the message from Mel’s mum Karen who is her biggest supporter and also her dad who visits often

Melanie is my life she has been through so much.The pain the endless surgery and hospital stays are our life with her now.She never every gives up always has a smile a laugh and amazing hugs.Mels you my world your brothers are your protectors And your Dad's your shoulders when you need them our love for you is unconditional .You are so so strong and positive keep that up.

Bianca O'neill's involvement (page creator)

Mel is a best friend of mine

Use of funds

To help Mel and her family get through this rough time and have time together without worrying about the financial struggle (living costs and travel)

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Latest donations

Kristy
Kristy on 29 Oct 2025
Wishing you all the best Mel.
$50
Letitia
Letitia on 23 Oct 2025
I have not meet Mel but she amazing lady every thing she been thought i really hope things getting better for her and her beautiful family ❤️
$50
Matt
Matt on 22 Oct 2025
Much love
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Karen and Simon
Karen and Simon on 21 Oct 2025
❤️
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Hayley
Hayley on 17 Oct 2025
I don't know Mel personally but I work for Waimak Bins and used to do their recycling bin. Sorry it's not much but keep fighting! You've got this 🌻💐
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This campaign started on 6 Oct 2025 and ended on 28 Nov 2025.