Supporting Bryna through her cancer journey

$16,190 donated
Given by 124 generous donors in 2 days

Help support Bryna's battle with cancer

Wellington

We’re reaching out with heavy hearts to support our beloved Bryna as she faces a battle with cancer.

Recently, Bryna was diagnosed with stage four breast cancer that has spread to her liver and lymph nodes. While the prognosis is optimistic the diagnosis is serious and she has a long year of treatment ahead of her.

Bryna is 45 years old, a devoted solo mum to her 18 year old son James, and someone who has spent her career giving back to others as a philanthropy manager in the charitable sector. She has always been the person lifting others up and now she needs our help.

We are raising funds to help ease the burden of day-to-day living costs, time away from work, and the unforeseen costs for her care. We want to give Bryna the time and space she deserves to focus on treatment, recovery and time with her whānau.

If you’re able to contribute, no matter how small, it would mean the world. If you can’t donate, sharing this page would be deeply appreciated.

Ngā mihi nui for your kindness, support, and for standing with Bryna.

With gratitude,

Bryna's whanau and friends

Ema O'Brien's involvement (page creator)

I'm Bryna's sister

Use of funds

Day-to-day living costs, time away from work, and the unforeseen costs (travel and additional assistance) for Bryna's care.

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Guest Donor 1 hour ago
$50
Graciela and Geoff Head
Graciela and Geoff Head 1 hour ago
$200
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Ravi
Ravi 2 hours ago
You’ve got this Bryna ❤️
$100
Amy
Amy 3 hours ago
$500

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This campaign started on 26 Apr 2026 and ends on 25 Oct 2026.