Let's support our mate Nic

$2,150 of $2,000 goal
Given by 26 generous donors in around 3 months

Support Nic and Tanu as they face Motor Neuron Disease - help ease the journey for a man who’s spent his life standing up for others

Hamilton, Waikato

Nic Coleman has spent his career as a service manager, standing alongside people with intellectual disabilities - many with high and complex needs. He’s been a quiet champion for those who often go unheard, always showing up with compassion, strength, and unwavering dedication.

As his colleagues, we’ve seen firsthand the difference Nic makes. He’s not just good at his job - he’s deeply good. Kind, humble, and fiercely protective of the vulnerable.

Recently, Nic received the devastating diagnosis of Motor Neuron Disease. He’s young, newly married to his beautiful wife Tanu, and now facing a future filled with uncertainty. Unable to continue working, Nic is navigating this new reality with courage and grace.

We want to help Nic and Tanu create space to be together - time to make memories, to laugh, to love, and to simply be. Financial support would ease some of the pressure and allow them to focus on what truly matters.

If you’re able to contribute, no matter the amount, it would mean the world. And if you’re not, sharing this page or sending a message of support is just as powerful.

Let’s stand beside Nic, the way he’s stood beside so many.

Wendy Martin's involvement (page creator)

He is a colleague and friend

Use of funds

Some much needed remedial massage therapy

Some counselling

Some time away from it all together, and/or for my lovely Tanu

Purchasing health supplements to aid with MND

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Latest donations

Kelly
Kelly on 29 Aug 2025
$50
Wendy Martin

Nic and Tanu thank you for your donation. It makes a difference :)

Wendy Martin
Nicholas Coleman

Thanks Kelly. I'm blown away by everyone's support!

Nicholas Coleman
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 27 Aug 2025
Private
Wendy Martin

Thank you for supporting Nic and Tanu, your donation will make a difference

Wendy Martin
Ayash
Ayash on 27 Aug 2025
my prayers are with you NIC .
$50
Wendy Martin

Thank you for your kind donation, Nic and Tanu appreciate all the love and support they are getting

Wendy Martin
Camille
Camille on 26 Aug 2025
Thinking of you Nic
Private
Wendy Martin

Thank you for donating, Nic and Tanu appreciate the support

Wendy Martin
Nicholas Coleman

Hi Cam. Thank you so much. It's an interesting time because WINZ has declined all assistance. I'm working on getting a part time gig and a Kiwisaver application, Everyone's assistance is going be a huge short term help right now. Thank you!

Nicholas Coleman
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 26 Aug 2025
$100
Wendy Martin

Thank you for supporting Nic and Tanu

Wendy Martin
Nicholas Coleman

Thank you for your kindness and generosity. Everyone's gift will be a tangible help over the comming few weeks.

Nicholas Coleman

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This campaign started on 19 Aug 2025 and ended on 19 Nov 2025.