10km for Gumboot Friday — Wish Me Luck!

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Fundraising for Gumboot Friday

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At the end of June I’ll be running a 10km to raise money for Gumboot Friday 💛

This cause is incredibly personal to our family. During a really difficult season, James was able to access equine therapy through Gumboot Friday funding, something that would have been completely out of reach for us otherwise.

Those sessions gave him connection, confidence, calm, and support when he needed it most. And honestly, they supported us as a family too. For us, it truly was a lifesaver.

Mental health support for young people matters so much, and Gumboot Friday helps make that support accessible for families who otherwise may not be able to afford it.

I know my fundraising goal is ambitious, but it’s based around the cost of these sessions. I figured if we can help even one family access support through the horses like James did, every kilometre and every sore muscle will absolutely be worth it.

So I’ll be running 10km to give back to an organisation that helped carry us through one of our hardest times.

If you’d like to support me and this amazing cause, I’d be so grateful for any donation, big or small.

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Latest donations

Mel
Mel 5 days ago
$50
Philippa
Philippa on 28 Jun 2026
Well done on the race today! Phoebe and Eleanor are super proud of their Aunty Zara! We love that you ran this for James and that this has also been such a good goal for you, keeping your mental health in check! Ka rawe, Zara - we love you! Love, the Blandfords x
$20
Zara Blandford

Thanks my wonderful whānau ❤️ Your ongoing support and love keeps me going xo

Zara Blandford
Hilary
Hilary on 28 Jun 2026
Tautoko x well done mama
$20
Zara Blandford

Thanks so much Hilary, means a lot x

Zara Blandford
Katie
Katie on 28 Jun 2026
Great work Zara! Gumboot Friday also helped our boy last year when his bestie passed away. Fab work they do for our Tamariki!
$20
Zara Blandford

Thanks Katie! That’s so great they could help your boy through a rough patch too ❤️

Zara Blandford
Helen and Ernie
Helen and Ernie on 28 Jun 2026
Amazing Zara !!
$25
Zara Blandford

Thanks guys! ❤️

Zara Blandford

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This campaign started on 16 May 2026 and ended on 10 Jul 2026.