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Make Stephen's Dream Come True

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Stephen from Dunedin dreams of seeing an NBA game live!

Dunedin, Otago

Stephen from Dunedin is a well known and liked character of Otago. He is a huge sports fan and spends most of his free time volunteering at The Edgar Centre, coaching kids.

Recently, just before his 48th birthday, he has moved into his own flat, independently. He spends his time listening to the radio, watching sports on TV and coaching at The Edgar Centre.

At his church, he recently revealed something on his bucket list that he could never achieve on his own. His dream is to go to LA and see an NBA game live! He would also like to go to Disneyland. He is unable to look after himself on such a big trip so I will take him at my own expense. (Jay-Jay)

Please help make Stephen's dream come true for his 50th birthday in 2024. He does a lot for the community and deserves to have the trip of a lifetime.

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Jay-Jay Feeney's involvement (page creator)

Stephen is a long time friend. I have known him since around 1999.

Use of funds

Money raised will go toward flights for Stephen and his friend to LA, accommodation, tickets to an NBA game and tickets to Disneyland. Funds are being paid to Stephen's sister Sharyn Phillips.

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The trip has been postponed  15 January 2025

After much thought and consideration, we have decided to cancel Stephen from Dunedin’s trip to LA for now. While this wasn’t an easy choice, we feel it’s the right one given the devastating wildfires affecting the region. Our hearts go out to everyone in LA and across California who are experiencing loss and hardship during this time.

We plan to reschedule the trip later in the year, once the NBA season starts up again. Stephen is still so excited about this dream, and we’re looking forward to making it happen when the timing feels right.

Dom and I have made a donation to the American Red Cross, who are working tirelessly on the ground to support those impacted by the wildfires.

We are grateful to Hawaiian Airlines for refunding our flights and to our travel insurance policy which will help us recover most of the other pre-paid expenses.

To everyone who contributed to this trip and supported Stephen’s dream, we can’t thank you enough for your kindness and generosity. Rest assured, the funds raised will still go toward making his trip unforgettable when the time comes. We will keep you up to date on this.

Thank you all for your understanding. Let’s keep the people of LA in our thoughts.

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Rebecca
Rebecca on 12 Jan 2025
$5
Little Whānau
Little Whānau on 11 Jan 2025
Sharyn, Jay-Jay and Dom you are a blessing. Thank you for your love, kindness and goodness for Stephen and the encouragement this is to us all. Being great neighbour's, friends and community members. May you all be richly blessed as you travel.
$50
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 11 Jan 2025
May Lord Bless you and keep you, may he make his face shine upon you and give you peace.
$100
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 10 Jan 2025
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Peter
Peter on 10 Jan 2025
Enjoy living Your Dream. " Thank You " for your entertainment when ringing Radio Sport.
$10

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This campaign started on 27 Oct 2022 and ended on 21 Jan 2025.