Please help support my trip to the Powerlifting Commonwealth Championships 2024

Hi, I'm Catherine, a second year PhD student and an avid powerlifter. I've been in competitive powerlifting for almost a decade now, so i'm no stranger to the stage.

I am raising funds to help support my travel to the Commonwealth Powerlifting Championships held in Sun City, South Africa, 4-13th October 2024. I currently have the highest nominated weights over all of the categories (squat, bench, deadlift, total) for my weight class and open age division. Unfortunately powerlifting is not a funded sport in NZ, which means all related travel costs are usually paid by the individual.

In Commonwealths 2022 (AKL, NZ), I obtained an overall bronze medal, with a silver medal in squats against lifters from England and Canada. I have since represented NZ at the Asia Pacific Champs in 2023 to obtain a gold medal placing overall, third best overall female lifter in this competition.

Costs involved (NZD):

Flights: $2800

Accommodation: $1500

Shuttle to and from the airport in SA: $~150

Every little bit of help to help cover these costs would be greatly appreciated, so that I once again represent New Zealand at this competition. Thank you for your support, from the bottom of my heart!