Supporting Dan's Family in this rough time

$1,405 donated
Given by 21 generous donors in 8 hours

Support Dan's family in sudden loss of a young man

Lower Hutt, Wellington

Last Monday we lost a beautiful young man Dan days away from his 20th birthday. It was sudden and unexpected.

Dans Mum Nicky has spent nearly 20 years looking after Dan day and night as his main caregiver due to his high needs so as we can only imagine she has lost not only her Son but also her daily routine all in one moment.

Daniel was a amazing young man, though non verbal, everyone who knew and loved him, also knew he loved them.

We give huge thanks to the first responders, the staff at Mahinawa Specialist School who are true blessing for the time the gave Dan.

My ask today,is for help for Nicky and her family as they find their new normal, any donations will help them have the time to grieve without so much financial burden.

Rachel Stead's involvement (page creator)

Best friend for over 20 years

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Supporting financial needs and living costs during the grieving process

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Latest donations

Jem
Jem 2 hours ago
$30
Nikki
Nikki 3 hours ago
Dan was a big part of the Maungaraki School community for many years, thinking of the whole family at the sad time. From the Pilgrim's
$50
Daniel
Daniel 3 hours ago
I’m so sorry to hear about Daniel. Much love from me and Helena
$15
MaryAnne
MaryAnne 4 hours ago
$50
Tegan
Tegan 4 hours ago
$100

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This campaign started on 20 Feb 2026 and ends on 20 Mar 2026.