Supporting Dan's Family in this rough time

$2,020 donated
Given by 27 generous donors in 4 weeks

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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Thank you   9 March 2026

On behalf of Nicky and Family we would love to say a massive Thank you for everyone kinds words and support.

We have been blown away by thr messages sent and the memories shared, your kindness hasnt gone unnoticed

Again thank you from the bottom of our hearts x

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Latest donations

Katie
Katie on 27 Feb 2026
Dan had an amazing smile and he will be missed.
$35
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 27 Feb 2026
$5
Ben
Ben on 24 Feb 2026
$300
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 21 Feb 2026
$25
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 21 Feb 2026
Aroha
$100

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Paying to a verified bank account of Nicky Rees
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This campaign started on 20 Feb 2026 and ended on 20 Mar 2026.