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Support Little Luke’s Big Fight

$4,940 donated
Given by 70 generous donors in around 6 months

Helping Little Luke grow stronger for the heart surgery he needs, with his family by his side.

Whakatane, Bay Of Plenty

Meet Luke – a tiny fighter with a big heart battle ahead.

Helping Luke grow stronger for heart surgery, with his family by his side.

For now, doctors need him to grow bigger and stronger before they can operate, and his specialist care is far from home.

His parents and grandma are staying by his side while also trying to keep life connected for Luke’s big brother.

We’re raising funds to help ease the financial pressure of travel, time away from work, and daily living costs so the family can focus on what matters most — helping Luke grow strong enough for surgery.

Every little bit of support helps this family stay together through Luke’s journey.

It truly takes a village, and we are so grateful for every bit of support, even the smallest contribution helps Luke’s family stay by his side while he grows stronger for his surgery.

Thank you for being part of Little Luke’s Big Fight,

and for the incredible support from the teams at Tauranga and Whakatāne SCBU, the Heart Kids Foundation, Starship Hospital, Ronald McDonald House, and the helicopter team.

Your kindness means the world to Luke and his family. ❤️

Pam Buckingham's involvement (page creator)

I’m Luke’s aunty—Nicky, his mom, is my sister—and I’m helping to share his story and support the family during this journey.

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Where the Money Goes

Family togetherness: Travel for Luke’s big brother to visit.

Everyday support: Meals, accommodation, and bills while his parents are by his side.

Luke’s care: Helping his parents focus fully on his growth, surgery, and recovery.

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Such a smiler   8 June 2026

Little Luke continues to amaze us all with just how strong and resilient he is 💜 and those smiles melt my heart every time

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Latest donations

Jianing
Jianing on 07 Aug 2026
$30
Rhonda
Rhonda on 11 Jun 2026
$50
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 09 Jun 2026
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Pam Buckingham

Thank you so much for your support 💜

Pam Buckingham
Alan
Alan on 09 Jun 2026
$50
Pam Buckingham

Thank you so much for your support 💜

Pam Buckingham
Rebecca Scott
Rebecca Scott on 08 Jun 2026
Nicky taught my son to swim while pregnant with little Luke 💙 Forever grateful. All the best guys xx
$50
Pam Buckingham

Thank you so much for your kind words and support 💜 hope your boy is loving his water adventures 😊

Pam Buckingham

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This campaign started on 14 Mar 2026 and ends on 13 Mar 2027.