I want to give my mom the same opportunity I was given to know how life is supposed to be lived here in beautiful New Zealand!
Christchurch, Canterbury
When I was 3 years old, a man appeared with a gun and threatened my life. My mom chose to save my life, this man raped her. In 2015, my mom and I were robbed by 2 men at gunpoint and we luckily got through physically unharmed. My mom prayed and pleaded for them not to hurt us, I wouldn't have made it this far without her! There is nothing in the world that could ever show how much I love and appreciate her enough, but I would like to try by getting her out of South Africa and ensuring she has a safe future. They live in fear and our story is just a blimp of what happens in SA daily. Despite everything, my mom always shines a light wherever she goes and touches the lives of whoever she meets. I have been fortunate enough to have been given the opportunity to come to beautiful New Zealand and call it home. We have such an amazingly strong bond and it has been very difficult knowing how they have been struggling. It has been my mission to give my family the same opportunity and show them how life is supposed to be lived. The only way I can make this happen is unfortunately very costly. She will have to gain a specific qualification in order to find employment and ensure she won't have to return to SA. Financially I cannot afford to pay for the visa, flights and the course. That is why I need your help please, to make this a reality and get her out of SA. Every dollar makes a difference and even if you just took the time to read this, you are immensely appreciated! Thank you.
This will go towards paying for the visa, flights and the course she is going to study.
If the target is not met, any money raised will go towards getting her visa, that is first priority.
Arrangements Postponed 21 February 2023
Due to circumstances, my mom is unable to come over this year. We will try again for next year and keep on trying until she is here. The fact that so many of you took the time to read our story and donated gives me hope that this journey is not impossible, it's just not possible right now. Thank you all so much! I will re-open the page for donations again once we have conquered the giants standing in our way. Stay safe and healthy! Regards, Melissa.
Aww thank you so much Trina! My mom is certainly looking forward to meeting you as well.
Thank you Felisa, your donation and your prayers are immensely appreciated!
Wow, Travis! Thank you so much for your generous donation. With this we will be able to do my mom's Medical which is the first step towards applying for her Visa. You are appreciated!
Your kind donation is appreciated, thank you so much!
Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for your kind donation!
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