Milly Marshall-Kirkwood -- Pathway to Paralympics 2028

$280 of $15,000 goal
Given by 3 generous donors in 8 weeks

Milly has a goal of becoming a world champion in seated discus and shotput. We need your support to help her fulfil her dream.

Norfolk, Taranaki

Milly is a competitive young woman with a burning desire to become Taranaki's first female Paralympian.

Milly was diagnosed as a toddler with Marfan Syndrome ( a genetic condition that affects the connective tissue in the body). She has had numerous orthopaedic and cardiac surgeries over the last 16 years and as a result rarely participated in sport or recreation.

Milly is now on the high performance pathway and is competing on the world stage in para-athletics specialising is F57 seated discus and shotput.

Milly has multiple age group and open NZ records and is currently the top Open Woman F57 discus thrower in Oceania.

Rob Kirkwood's involvement (page creator)

I am Rob Kirkwood. Milly's Dad and sole parent after Milly's beautiful Mum Paula died in 2019.

Use of funds

The funds will go towards Milly training and competing across NZ, Australia and on the world stage. The funds will cover travel expenses, accommodation, entry fees and equipment costs.

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Latest donations

Tasman
Tasman on 23 Oct 2024
Go for gold Milly! It’s pretty incredible what you’re doing. Keep up the good work.
$100
Gill and Tony
Gill and Tony on 11 Oct 2024
Milly, you truly are an inspiration! Such a remarkable and talented young woman. Wishing you all the best.
$80
Rob
Rob on 11 Oct 2024
Go Girl!
$100

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This campaign started on 16 Sep 2024 and ends on 1 Jan 2026.