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Tuition fund for Donna: a nursing degree at Wellington State College

A first-generation student, Donna needs help covering tuition for the final stretch of a nursing degree.

🇳🇿 Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand3,728 views
Henry Craig
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Wellington
Donna is the first person in the family to go to university. She is studying a nursing degree at Wellington State College, and is one semester away from graduating. She has worked as a barista to pay the way, but this term the hours were cut and there's an unpaid balance of $5,750. The registrar has said Donna can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. Donna has a top-ten-percent average, and an academic advisor has written in support. Graduating means a stable job and the chance to support the younger siblings. Without enrolling this term Donna would lose her place and scholarship eligibility. Donna isn't asking for a handout - She wants to finish what She started and help the next student. The payment will go directly to the Wellington State College bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $5,750 goes: • Outstanding tuition balance: $2,800 • Final term tuition: $2,550 • Exam and lab fees: $240 • Textbooks and materials: $160 If you're reading this, thank you.
due date
2026-06-30
bill type
University tuition
#tuition#first-generation#graduation#education

Updates from Henry

  1. Update from Wellington: the plan for textbooks and materials is now scheduled. We're at 20% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Quick update: $814 raised so far (14%). we've started the first stage. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Wayne P. Wells 🇺🇸 · $100

    “God bless. Thought of Donna all day after reading this. - Austin”

  • Lúcia Kelly Martins 🇧🇷 · $100
  • Winda Nur Sutanto 🇮🇩 · $100

    “Thought of Donna all day after reading this. - Jakarta”

  • Raphaël Martin 🇫🇷 · $100
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  • Akoth Grace Bakari 🇹🇿 · $100

    “Hope this helps. Hope the June deadline works out. - Mwanza”

  • Jennifer C. Thornton 🇨🇦 · $100
  • Efe Efe Kalu 🇳🇬 · $78
  • Chinedu Chidi Oyelaran 🇳🇬 · $75

    “Thought of Donna all day after reading this. - Nsukka”

  • Iman Reem Shaker 🇪🇬 · $65.50
  • Anonymous 🇳🇬 · $56
  • Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $50

    “Take care of yourselves. Hope you get the rest soon. - Kozhikode”

  • Girma Kidus Desta 🇪🇹 · $50
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    “Rooting for you. Hope the June deadline works out. - San Fernando”

  • Anonymous 🇬🇧 · $50

    “Thinking of you. Only $50 but hope it helps. - Aberdeen”

  • Paula H. Acosta 🇪🇸 · $50
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  • Amit C. Meena 🇳🇿 · $50

    “Wish I could do more. Small amount but sent with love. - Manukau”

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  • Claudia L. Mendoza🇪🇸Verified helper
    Delivered on promises

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Nancy Sandra Danso🇬🇭Verified helper
    Reliable and compassionate

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Aiden S. Castro🇺🇸Verified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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  • Habib Shakil BanerjeeQuestion

    Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Wellington!

    • Henry CraigOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

      Thank you. If you're in Wellington I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Happy to explain more.

  • Adaeze Salami

    Shared this with my family. I went through something like this 12 years ago and strangers helped me out. Blessings!

    • Kennedy G. Welch

      Good luck, Henry. Hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Bengaluru this morning. God bless.

      • Sasithorn Pattanasiri

        Wishing you the best. Good luck with the exams, you've got this. My neighbor in Savannah donated after I showed her your page

        • Lorenzo B. Quintero

          Sending strength. I hope things turn around soon. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Fukuoka.

          • Fanta Bah

            Keep going, Henry. Shared it with a few friends. Take care

            $2,475 raised of $5,750

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