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TIPENE HALFORD REINTEGRATION FUND

$1,530 donated
Given by 12 generous donors in 21 days

Helping a fellow filmmaker get back on his feet.

Glenfield, Auckland

Tipene Halford has spent the last 5.5 years in prison for a parole violation. He had a drink. He went in with the clothes on his back and that is how he will be released. A few people have asked if they can donate to his fresh start. This is a fundraiser so that he can have a little bit of money to get back on his feet when he gets released at the end of November. He needs a bed, clothes, transport to get to job interviews, phone, and everyday toiletries, etc as he leaves prison with nothing but paperwork and the clothes he went in wearing almost six years ago. He has socks, undies, and sneakers. He doesn't expect anything from people, but if anyone would like to help him out, hit the donate button or share to friends. Trying not to let this be public as there is some anti-prisoner sentiment out there, but if you know Tipene and want to help him get back on his feet then he is very grateful for anything. The fundraised amount will come to me to give to him when he is released as he has no bank account until he can get out and open one. Thanks - Tanya :)

Girl Viking Ltd's involvement (page creator)

Tipene used to work for me and I have supported him during his parole recall in prison for 5.5 years. His story was on The Hui on 1st Nov.

Use of funds

Basic necessities for someone getting a fresh start but with nothing. Clothes, shoes, phone, transportation to job interviews, toiletries and a bed.

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FREE AT LAST!!  30 November 2021

Tipene walked free from prison yesterday morning. He has electronic monitoring and a curfew but he is very pleased to be out. His first meal was fish and chips and kina. The Hui news programme is doing an update on his release on Monday 6th Dec 2021 so keep an eye out for that. He is trying to get some more clothes and we have sorted him out with bedding and the basics. Tipene is getting used to reconnecting with the outside world and is catching up with his friends and whanau. He is happy to be alive and is enjoying his freedom. He would like to thank everyone who has helped him through this givealittle page for supporting his release and helping him be successful in rebuilding the life that has been on pause for 5.5 years. :) Tipene looks forward to the next phase of his life that is starting now.

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Private Donor
Private Donor on 22 Nov 2021
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Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 22 Nov 2021
Awesome bro!!
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Alana
Alana on 11 Nov 2021
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$80
Raewyn
Raewyn on 10 Nov 2021
$100
Anne, Simon & Riley
Anne, Simon & Riley on 07 Nov 2021
Wishing you all the best. You deserve it.
$50

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This campaign started on 6 Nov 2021 and ended on 27 Nov 2021.