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Supporting Evelyn Through Her Cancer Treatment

$30,080 of $25,000 goal
Given by 221 generous donors in around 3 months

Supporting Evelyn as she undergoes intensive immunotherapy for Stage IV melanoma, helping ease financial pressure during treatment.

Napier, Hawke's Bay

This page was created after many people asked how they could support Evelyn during this incredibly difficult time.

Evelyn was recently diagnosed with Stage IV metastatic melanoma, which has spread to her bones and lungs, a devastating shock after previously beating Stage III melanoma last year. She has now begun an intensive immunotherapy journey and is facing a long and unpredictable road ahead.

Her treatment plan includes a combination of funded and non-funded (ipilimumab) immunotherapy to give her the best possible chance of long-term control. She has been advised this dual therapy offers an approximate 60–70% success rate, compared to around 40% with immunotherapy alone. She will also undergo bone-strengthening treatment due to bone involvement. While some costs are covered, significant medical and day-to-day expenses remain, alongside the strain of reduced income and time away from work.

Anyone who knows Evelyn would describe her as selfless, kind and independent. I’ve had the privilege of knowing her for over 21 years, and she has always put others first. At just 32, she is facing the fight of her life with courage and determination but now it’s time for others to support her.

Funds raised will provide short-term relief, helping ease financial pressure so she can focus fully on treatment, recovery and time with loved ones.

If you’re able to donate, thank you. If not, messages, meals, vouchers or uplifting ideas are deeply appreciated.

Thank you for standing with Evelyn.

Nicole Pedersen's involvement (page creator)

I am one of Evelyn’s closest friends of over 21 years, creating this page to help support her and her partner as they navigate treatment, recovery and the challenges that come with a Stage IV cancer diagnosis.

Use of funds

Funds will help cover the non-funded portion of immunotherapy and day-to-day living costs while Evelyn and her partner take necessary time off work during treatment and recovery.

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TimeOut NZ   11 May 2026

On a much more positive note, with this new-found energy (a very welcome change for Ev!), Evelyn has been able to enjoy some special time away with family thanks to an incredible charity called TimeOut NZ, who reached out through this Givealittle page.

TimeOut connects families navigating stage 4 disease or terminal illness with generous property owners around New Zealand, giving them the opportunity to spend quality time together during incredibly difficult periods of life, completely free of charge. Such a beautiful concept and one we’re so grateful for.

Please check them out below:
 https://timeoutnz.org/

This Givealittle page is due to expire in a couple of days. If extended, updates will continue here. Otherwise, updates will likely move over to Instagram.

Thank you for the incredible love and support shown throughout this journey. The kindness people have shown Evelyn has meant more than words can say, and she is deeply grateful to everyone who has stood beside her along the way 🤍

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Latest donations

Ian.B
Ian.B on 18 Mar 2026
Keep a positive outlook and keep yourself strong, the love and supporting energy from everyone i see here will help you come out on top. You’ve got this easy.
$100
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 18 Mar 2026
$20
Wietske
Wietske on 12 Mar 2026
$80
Kay
Kay on 01 Mar 2026
Kia kaha beautiful lady -Sloans
$100
The Huxford’s
The Huxford’s on 28 Feb 2026
Kia kaha ❤️❤️
$100

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Created by Nicole Pedersen
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Paying to a verified bank account of Evelyn Hunter
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This campaign started on 13 Feb 2026 and ended on 13 May 2026.