Oliver Thompson's Recovery

$11,468 donated
Given by 179 generous donors in 8 days

To help with the ongoing recovery costs for Oliver and his family.

Bay of Plenty

18 year old Oliver Thompson who is a top New Zealand multisporter has collapsed while adventure racing in China. He lies in an induced coma in a Hong Kong hospital after having to be flown by private plane to the hospital from Wulong County.

His father Ian has flown from NZ to be by his side while his Mother Solange supports his other 4 siblings at home through this difficult time. It is not known how much of the daily costs the insurance will be able to cover which is an ongoing worry for the family, as well as the cost of Ian's flights and stay there.

It is unknown at this stage how long Oliver and his Dad will be in China, and we would all like to make this time for them a little easier, and a little less stressful if we can. This is every parents worst nightmare! Please support this wonderful family and donate what you can!

Natasha Grindrod's involvement (page creator)

Just one of the many people in their village!

Use of funds

Flights, accomodation, healthcare costs

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Latest update

Sunday  1 September 2019

From Oliver's Mum Solange: Oliver's doing miraculously well. Off dialysis, tubes out, and talking occasionally. His lungs are a concern still, but he's definitely on the road to recovery.

Solange, Ian and family are blown away with the donations and messages of support. Thankyou all so much. They cannot believe the generosity they have received. They want to extend a huge thankyou and look forward to sharing your messages of support for Oliver with him when he is well enough.

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Latest donations

Harvey
Harvey on 07 Sep 2019
$10
Lara
Lara on 06 Sep 2019
All our love and thoughts to your whole Whanau, xxx
Private
Vanessa
Vanessa on 05 Sep 2019
Our Love to you and your family💕 Vanessa, Charlotte and Katelyn
$20
Dianne
Dianne on 05 Sep 2019
Solange - wishing you & your son all the best for his recovery.
$5
Paul
Paul on 05 Sep 2019
$100

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This campaign started on 30 Aug 2019 and ended on 7 Sep 2019.