Young Mum's battle against stage 4 colon cancer

$26,974 donated
Given by 493 generous donors in one year

Fighting a battle that requires us to capture moments and preserve precious memories

Otago

On the 20th of March 2025 our family received the most devastating news, Our little sister Briar at the age of 23 has been diagnosed with incurable stage 4 colon cancer that has metastasised to her lymphnodes liver and lungs her prognosis does not look good, this comes only a few months after our mum was diagnosed with breast cancer. Briar also has a 2 year old daughter Elsie, who is going to need immense support, Mummy is Elsies entire world. As we face this terrible battle together as a family, we would like to help ease the financial burdens ahead and allow Briar to create memories with her wee girl in the limited time that she has left

Amy Seymour's involvement (page creator)

Briar is my very dearly loved little sister

Use of funds

Travel for chemo and treatments as they live ruraly, creating treasured experiences and memories with Briars daughter Elsie, to help Elsie navigate her young life after Briar passes

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Latest update

Briars passing  13 May 2026

On the 10th of April 2026 after an excruciating battle that was endured with such grace Briar passed away at Invercargill Hospice surrounded by loved ones..our hearts are broken 💔 our family would like to give the deepest thanks to every single person for the the love, support and kindness that we have recieved on this journey.

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Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 01 Jun 2026
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Mel
Mel on 13 May 2026
So sorry to learn of Briars passing. May you have a great life Elsie and know you and your mum are loved xx
$30
Tayla
Tayla on 01 Apr 2026
$30
Mary
Mary on 23 Jan 2026
$30
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 04 Jan 2026
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Created by Amy Seymour
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Paying to a verified bank account of Briar Dawson
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This campaign started on 2 Jun 2025 and ended on 2 Jun 2026.