Meg Draffin & partner, Nathan Roye, to climb Mount Kilimanjaro for the CF Clinic at the Children's Hospital at Westmead
Meg Draffin may seem like your average 24 year old. She has a full time job working in digital marketing, is in a long term relationship and has a great network of family and friends. However when she was just 6 weeks old, Meg was diagnosed with the incurable genetic condition, Cystic Fibrosis (CF). This year, Meg has set herself the goal to be the first Australian with CF to climb Mount Kilimanjaro - Africa’s highest mountain. Whilst the physically demanding trek and high altitude levels would challenge a fit person, the difficulty of the climb increases significantly for those with CF because of chronic respiratory problems. Meg is climbing to raise much needed funds for the CF Clinic at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead.
Cystic Fibrosis primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. In the lungs, chronic respiratory infections can rapidly reduce lung function. A routine of daily physiotherapy and exercise to clear lung congestion is an essential and exhausting life-long commitment. In the digestive system the inability of the pancreas to make enzymes to break down food to a useable form requires oral enzyme supplementation (in the form of 3 or more capsules) every single time a person eats. There is currently no cure and Cystic Fibrosis remains the most common lethal genetic condition in Australia affecting 1 in every 2,500 new births.
The CF clinic at The Children’s Hospital at Westmead delivers world class care to over 200 children with CF every day. To do so a number of the staff, equipment needs and research support comes from fundraising driven by people with CF and their families who understand how important the provision of these resources and service are. Since Meg was diagnosed with CF, she was treated by the team at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead until she became an adult and her care then moved to the Westmead adult system. It is a result of the clinic’s amazing efforts and the dedication of her family and herself to treatment that has Meg at the healthiest she has ever been. Pleasingly, Meg has been fortunate enough to not require a hospital admission over the last 4 years.
To thank the CF clinic at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead and support the team so kids have access to the same lifestyle Meg’s fortunate to have, 100% of all the funds raised will go directly to the clinic. Meg will be funding her entire trip herself so every contribution and financial support will go where it's most needed. It is important that young children have access to the best equipment, medication and treatment to keep them healthy and to enable them to be as self-sufficient as possible when they enter the adult system.
Meg will be climbing Mount Kilimanjaro with her partner, Nathan Roye, in July/August. To support her on the goal to be the first Australian to summit, you can donate today.
Thank you to our sponsors
I wanted to say a big thank you to our sponsors who have supported our Kilimanjaro initiative. These companies have generously donated directly to the fundraiser and gotten behind the cause. Nath and I would like to personally thank Zurich, Cover-More, Komatsu, RedBalloon and Authentic Personal Training.
I would also like to thank every individual who has donated as well. We are blown away by the generosity we have received from friends, family, as well as strangers. I feel very fortunate that people like yourselves are supporting in anyway they can and couldn't be prouder that 100% of the funds raised are going directly to the CF Clinic.
Final Countdown Is On.... 2.5 weeks to go!
Thank you to my Supporters
$2.5k
Authentic Personal Training
$2.02k
Komatsu Australia Limited
Good luck! I love that you have picked a challenge with even less oxygen.
$1.5k
Brg
Aspirational and inspirational are two of many qualities that have led you to this point. Adding in a good measure of courage and determination is what tells everyone that you will succeed at whatever you turn your mind to. All of us at BRG will be following your journey and can't wait to celebrate with you on your return. #staycurious #ownit #makeanimpact #bestversion #oneteam
$1.12k
Mack Trucks Australia
What a Fantastic Journey you’re taking for a Great Cause. All of us at Mack are wishing you an enjoyable and safe trip.
$1.02k
Carol Smith
Wish you every success in your climb.
$1.02k
The Perry Family
$1.02k
Greg And Angela Whyte
Best wishes for your courageous challenge. Good luck.
$1.02k
Draffin
We are very proud of you Meg and all you do for others
$1.02k
Ian Martin
Good luck
$1,000
The Notley Boys
Good luck Meggie. Our Aunt did it a few years ago and it is very tough. Hoping you achieve your amazing personal goal and for this very good cause.
$1,000
Tony King
$900
The Hairdresser
Hey Meg You'll be pleased to hear the Greenwich community at The Hairdresser have raised $900! Wishing you all the success in your quest x x
$515
Alistair
What an incredible thing to do Meg! You're an inspiration.
$515
James Christie
Christies say: You go girl
$515
Carroll Family
Hi Meg. You don't know me but we have mutual friends. If you get a chance can you call me on 0413700299 so I can explain why our family is supporting you.
$515
Lucy Bylhouwer
Hello Meggie, this is on behalf of Laura and I. Good on you and Nathan. Lucy
$515
Nina Perera
Love ya megs!
$500
Boral Limited
We are proud to support our employee Matthias Fuchs in his support for you. All the best Meg from the team at Boral.
$500
Matthias Fuchs
Meg ,you are an inspiration to all people with CF. Well done.
$500
Cathy, Mick & Caitlyn Roye
Congratulations Meg very proud of you and what you are doing. Look after each other and come hope safely love you and Nath xx
$500
John Cameron
A great cause. Good luck on your adventure Best wishes from Emily's Grandad
$425
The Krause Family (tom, Connie & Kristina)
YOU are AMAZING! You and Nathan will be in our thoughts and prayers - Cheering you on from California
$415
Malcolm Family
So proud of you Meg. What a challenge.
$415
Auntie Sandy And Uncle Jeff
Meggie - you are an inspiration ! So pleased to support your amazing initiative . Much love
$260
Richard And Jenny Noyce
Such a Courageous Spirit in such an Inspirational Woman 💕🙏🏻. Strong Back Soft Front Wild Heart ❤️ Love Richard and Jenny
$260
Barbara And Laurent Vernerey
Bravo Meggie, all the Vernerey’s are very proud of you. Good luck! Love from Elle, Barbara, Laurent, Max and Luc xxx
$260
Gates Family
We are all so proud of you Meggie. Will be with you every step of the way (in spirit) All our love the Gates Family
$260
Maria Horgan
What an inspirational young woman you are. You should be very proud. We will be cheering you on all the way. Much love Maria & Max Horgan
$260
Annette Olle
Go Meg! A wonderful thing you’re doing.
$260
Alan And Pat Kaye
Wishing you all the best for the big climb. We’llbe With you in spirit
$260
Emma Dalco
G’LUCK MEGS! WE COULDN’T BE PROUDER! THE DALCOS.
$260
Sarah Olney
Amazing challenge Meggie - so proud! You are an inspiration, good luck to you both xxx
$260
Rovers Family
Truly inspirational Meg! All the best to you and Nathan.xx
$260
Mon Bain
So proud of you Megs xx
$260
Megan And Chris Warrell
What a hugely inspiring challenge you are embarking on Meggie ! The best of luck to you and Nathan - hope you get to enjoy every step of the way!
$260
Paul Walsh
What a wonderful thing you are doing. Good luck.
$260
Heather Reid
Wishing you all the very best as you prepare for this amazing challenge. Looking forward to hearing all about it. Love from the Reid family xxxxxx
$260
Louise And Ike Bain
All the best for a wonderful climb. Fantastic goal.
$250
Anna Mk
You are the most incredible role model to us all- we adore you and are so so proud!!! Go Kill (imanjaro) it. Love the Mks xxxxx
$250
Bate Group
Great stuff. Good luck!
$250
Dylan Browne
So proud Meg! Xx
$250
Nicky Douglas
Hi Meggie Wow I am impressed, I flew past Kilimanjaro on a small plane which was breathtaking but to even contemplate climbing it is truly awesome. Colleen Robbie and i will all be thinking of you and cheering you on Meggie. love from Canada, Nicky
$250
Shelley And Andrew Fleming
Go Meg! You are such a star. We'll be thinking of you as you do the climb (and of your mum and dad!) :)
$250
Shellie Campbell
Climb High you amazing girl.
$250
Matthew Cavalier
Meg and Nathan - Best of luck on the climb - you guys are amazing. And I hear they have good wifi up there too so send pics! Matt
$250
Lisa Bauer
I am in awe of what you are doing! Good luck kiddo!
$250
Barbara And Laurent Vernerey
We’re with you all the way!
$250
Fiona Dennison
Good luck Meg and Nathan!
$208
James & Katelyn
Doing some great work Meg :) GO smash the climb!
$208
Nina Olle
So proud of you Meg! Love Nina, Craig George and Sara xxxx
$208
Erin Booker
Good luck with the climb !
$208
The Baird Hume Family
All the best Meggie, Enjoy!! Our love, Martin, Sally & Georgia
$208
Frances Mead
Best of luck for your amazing adventure!
$208
Warwick Draffin
So proud of you
$208
Craig & Kerin Simmons
Meg All the best with pulling Nath up that mountain, maybe take James also!
$208
Geoff Sutherland
Great initiative Meggie. Pete and Em are cheering you on
$208
Lynette Howell
Meg you are amazing conquer that mountain but be careful love you 💕
$208
David Anderson
Meg, I feel privileged to have you on our team and wish you and Nathan the best of luck with the climb. Look forward to celebrating the milestones with you!
$208
Deb And Bill D'apice
Truly inspirational. Hope it is a great experience.
$208
Holly & Mike
Very inspiring stuff Meg!!! Good luck to you and Nath xx
$200
Alison & John Loyd
We so admire you Meg and wish you lots of luck with your inspiring project Love from us both
$200
Matt Tang
hey Meg, Completely amazing what you are doing. My biggest best wishes to you both & I look forward to giving you both a hug afterwards! love Matt & Brad
$200
Susan Smith
So proud of you Meggie and Nathan! Good luck with the climb. Lots of love Sue & Eddie
$200
Elaine Gair
Mark & Michele - wedding gift.
$200
Mark And Michele
Wedding of Mark and Michele from Pauline and Garry
$156
Nicola Cooke
You are amazing lady! Can’t wait to hear how you and Nathan have smashed it.
$156
Holly Mcgrath
Wow Meggie - smash it out!!!
$156
Kerry Brennan
Good luck Meg - you're an inspiration!
$156
Bonnie Ross
I love you Megs, couldn’t be prouder. Get’m girl!!! Xxxx
$150
Eloise Ross
Seriously inspiring! Best of luck Meggie.
$150
Bella Smith
What an extraordinary thing to do Meggie!! We’re all so inspired by and proud of you - you’re an absolute superstar. Lots of love, the Smiths xxx
$150
Emma Craig
All the best for the climb, Meg. Enjoy!
$150
John Boyle
Mark and Michele-wedding gift
$104
Harriet Ling
Well done Meggy! Can't believe how amazing this is - will be watching your progress ❤️
$104
Caroline & Patrick
Meggie, We wish you all the best, even though Pat and i know you two are going to absolutely smash. We absolutely love you two to pieces... so please be safe! We will have a drink ready for you when you get back! Love you, Caz & Pat
$104
Liv Trotter
Goodluck Meg!! Such an amazing challenge and wishing you all the best for a safe climb, I know you’ll smash it! X
$104
Olivia Kaye
Go Meggie.we'll be thinking of you. You're one of the strongest people i know.
$104
Danielle Kosoric
So proud of you Megs! You & Nath are going to smash this! Xx
$104
Neil & Judy Ross
Meg you are truly amazing!! All power to you. Love Jude and neil
$104
Jimmy Paton
Let's get it closer to the target!!!!
$104
Hannah Anastasiou
Kill it guys! Love Hannah and Paris xxx
$104
Andrew Ford
$104
Paul Mcgrath
Climb hard!
$104
Alpe Family
Good luck Meg!
$104
Natalie & Chris Charlwood
Good luck Meggie & Nath, so proud of you both!
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Jodie Williams
You’re amazing Meggy!!
$104
Anastasia Mclean
Love you both!!!! So proud of you
$104
Mary Terrett
You are an inspiration ! Wishing you a great climb . Best of luck
$104
Zenep Jaffers
Go Meg! Love Zenep and David xx
$104
Alana Boyle & Matthew Inkpen
Proud of you both! Just make sure you get up there before Nath xxxx
$104
Monique Bain
You are amazing Meg ❤️
$104
Jimmy Paton
$104
Andrew Scott
All the very best Meg and Nath...
$104
Wayne Page
Go Meg. Such an inspiring effort.
$104
Melinda Bode
I have very few words big enough to express just how proud I am of you both. Together you will smash this mountain and also prove that as long as you have each other you can do anything.. sending you so much love 💕
$104
Uncle Paul & Aunty Kath
Good luck Meg and Nath, very proud of you both
$104
Anne Hart
$104
Claudia James
You are an inspiration to so many Miss Megs and we are just so proud. Happy you & Nathan have eachother for company & support on this mission! Love & luck... Claud, Lach & Zara. xxx
$104
Susan
$104
John & Ali Anderson
Wonderful Meg, so inspiring, we wish you well.
$104
Thomas Alpe
Good luck guys!!
$104
Jennifer Beattie
Great work Meg and good luck with everything in life.
$104
Florent
My dear Meg! I stumbled upon this video that Melissa liked on Linkedin, and had absolutely no idea you had CF! My childhood friend's little sister also has CF and has been fighting for over 30 years now! You cannot begin to imagine how much I admire your strength and courage! For having been around this condition a majority of my life and knowing what toll it takes on you every day, it goes without saying that I absolutely want to donate to your cause. It is but a very small token of my immense admiration for you. I have no doubt you will climb this summit and be the first Australian with CF to achieve such an amazing performance! Wishing you all the best!
$104
Rich Till
Extremely inspiring story... Good luck for the Climb
$104
Bianca Vitale
So moved by your story. Wishing you and Nathan the best on the climb, can't wait to hear all about it! Go girl!
$104
Matt Gudge
Smash it Meg!!
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Heather Loomes
What a fantastic thing to do Meg, have an amazing time and good luck.
$104
Alison Sermanni
We will run out of superlatives talking about you Meg! Good luck to you and Nathan for the climb! xx
$104
Toby Giles
Truly inspirational stuff, Meg. Well done, and I hope you and Nathan have the most amazing experience.
$104
Courtney & Jimmy
So proud of you megs!! x
$104
Jimmy Paton
I haven’t donated to Nathan yet!
$104
B A Bernasconi-curtis
Emily and her family are behind you!
$104
The Pearsons
What an amazing thing to be doing Meggie! Truly inspirational. Wishing you and Nathan all the best for the climb . xx
$104
Greg Howell
Go Guys, climb that beast of a mountain. Very inspiring!
$104
Alyce Wilson
You are so inspiring, good luck on the climb!!!
$104
Margrethe Roye
Go Meg and Nath lots of love gran xx
$104
Gemma Pethybridge
Good luck guys!!
$104
Anonymous
Hope Nath won’t slow you down too much climbing the bloody thing ;) T.
$104
Jordan
Good luck you absolute legends. Love you both
$104
Rosie Southwood
Incredible effort, Meggie and Nathan! Can't wait to hear about your successes on the mountain! x
$100
Stuart
You won't need it (I see your commitment at the gym) but good luck!!
$100
Alana Kosoric/james Hiley
Well done Meg! Such an awesome achievement! Good luck!
$100
Lisa Jajou
Inspiring story. Good luck
$100
Jess Horgan
So proud of you! Such an inspiration xx
$100
Brett Perry
Best of luck to you both
$100
Shirley@authentic
Amazing effort Meg
$100
John Burns
Good luck Meg!
$100
Purtill Family
Hi Meg Georgia-Rose told us about your climb and fund raise. We are very happy to help. Good luck Mark and Rose Purtill
$100
Maddi Robins
Inspiring stuff Meg! You and Nathan have all of our support. We are lucky to have you in our team x
$100
Judith Martin
What an amazing thing to do. Good Luck to you both xx
$100
Grandma Olney
Very proud of you Meg - much love from Grandma
$67.60
Issy Terrett
You have such a beautiful heart Megs. You inspire me and so many to live bigger and brighter.. you’re such a gem! Good luck on the climb, what an experience for you and Nathan together. Lots of love xoxo
$65
Shannon Bow
Sixty five dollars for sixty five roses! You are an inspiration Meg, especially for a young 21 year old like me also living with CF. Maybe one day we could take on Everest. Keep kicking CFs ass! :)
$52
Michelle
Hi Meg, Good luck with your climb, stay strong and safe. What a wonderful thing you are doing for CF Research. X
$52
Jessica B
Good luck!
$52
Holly Gooch
Such an amazing thing to do! Hope Nath doesn’t slow you down too much xx
$52
Josh And Amelia Mccabe
Awesome work Meg (and Nath)!
$52
Emma Bettiol
Good luck Meg! Xx
$52
Katie Ball
Great work Meggie! Dad always spoke about how inspired he was by you after the presentation you gave at his his JLT Golf Day for CF! Best of luck xxx
$52
Patrick Andrianakos
Absolutely inspirational! Hope you don’t have to drag Nath up there too much
$52
Inez Bye
Get it girl! So inspired by you and so glad I’m able to support you xx
$52
Rhys
To help pay the sherpa that carries Nath on their back.
$52
Ali Mclean
So incredible!!
$52
Anonymous
$52
Carolle Marquard
Filled with admiration; best of luck on that magical mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro!
$52
Charlie Freeman
Very impressive Meg. All the best.
$52
Abbey
$52
Belle Green
This is so incredible and inspirational. Good luck! X
$52
Louis Bannon
$52
Anna Bradley
You're amazing girlfriend! X
$52
Anonymous
Go you good thing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)
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Anonymous
Mark/Michele Wedding gift
$52
Stanton Contos
Incredible stuff. Climb well.
$52
Jesse And Justin Hitchen
Our nephew was recently diagnosed with CF and it is very inspiring to hear a bit about your story and read about what you are working to achieve through this fundraiser. Good luck with the climb, it is such an important cause!
$52
Lily O'keefe
You’re amazing!! Best of luck xx
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Georgia-rose Purtill
$52
Jake Rich
You go guuuurl!
$52
Harriet Mcleish
Go get it girl! You are amazing xoxo
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L Pastura
$52
Harriette Greenhalgh
Good luck!! X
$52
Serena Rovers
$52
Holly Cameron
$52
Emma Plummer
Looking forward to seeing photos of you guys at the top :)
$52
Anonymous
💪👍👊
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Paige Klimowsow
Youre so brave Megs, good luck to you and Nath. Lots of love xx
$52
Tim Cornish
Amazing!! Good luck guys!
$52
Norelle Hentschel
Inspirational stuff! Good luck with the climb.
$52
Maree Meyers
$52
Danni Hudson And Scott Laird
Amazing goal Meg!! All the best, Danni and Scott
$52
Suzie Jackson
$52
Benjamin
So amazing Meg.. Smash it!
$52
Jane Connors
You are AMAZING! And pretty x
$52
Cameron Gibbons
Good luck you legends!
$52
Anonymous
$52
Melinda Bode
What an amazing young woman you are.. so proud of you.. xxx.
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Sue@hairdressers
Well done - you are amazing ! Sue@the hairdressers
$52
Trish Van Leeuwen
Meg beautiful am so so proud of you & the incredible inspiring woman you have become & that you give back Am thrilled to still be in touch. You've got this! Climb my lovely climb high, that mountain & every day living life. Stay in your heart & keep dancing in your own lane. The biggest of hugs & all love always xx Thanks Gary for staying in touch - love it! xx
$52
Micheal Huynh
Go get em Meg and Nath!
$52
Jemma Fastnedge
Meg you are amazing. Best of luck.
$52
Isabelle Martin
Goooooo Gume!!!!! You’re an absolute weapon. Can’t wait to hear all about it, such an amazing accomplishment. Good luck to you and nath xoxoxo
$52
Mary Corbett
Dear Meg - What an adventure you will have. Enjoy and good luck to you both you are amazing!!!
$52
Pauline Draffin
prayers and best wishes for your incredible adventure -Rachel B
$52
Karen Gair
Good luck! This is also a request in lieu of gifts for Mark and Michele Wedding
$52
Julia Cassuben
Good luck Meggie!! You’re amazing!
$50
Michael Hardy
Go Meg, for all those who have gone before you and for those whose battle may be lessened because of you.
$50
Matthew Hood
Amazing. All the best for it Meg and Nath!
$50
Max Mckeith
Go Meg!
$50
Tamara Smith
Good luck, guys! What a wonderful thing you are doing.
$50
Jane Elliott
Dear Meg, you are the most dedicated, brace and tenacious person I've ever met. You are an inspiration! So proud of what you have done so far to raise awareness and funds and can't wait to follow your journey. Good luck to both you and Nathan xx
$50
Greally Family
You’re an amazing young woman. Kia Kaha, arohanui xx
$50
Audrey Simhi
So inspiring to us all! All the best on your climb!
$50
Pei Han
All the best on your climb!
$50
Rachel Clifford
Good luck Meggie!
$50
Lucinda Johnson
Amazing job megs! You are going to kill it and are such an inspiration to all. Lots of love xx
$50
Lyanne Coley
An absolute inspiration. Well done to you!
$50
Reyna Johnson
$50
Ryan Delzoppo
The best view comes after the hardest climb.
$50
Anneliese Cooney
$45
Anonymous
Mark & Michele wedding gift
$30
Alexander Hold
With first hand experience, I know how important this cause is!
$26
Anonymous
You go girl
$26
Jennie May
Goodluck with the climb Meg!
$26
Anonymous
Your a brave young woman Meg. Hope your goals come true. Cheers. NicAnna. xo.
$26
James Olney
Good luck guys x
$26
Elle Beattie
Good luck Meg, or maybe I should say Nath. You’ll get up there easily Meg, but I’m not so sure about ‘the unit’ haha.
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Jessica Westgate
Go girl!! X
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Molly Browning
$26
Susan Breskvar
Inspiring!
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Alice Joyce
Good luck Meg and Nath!! Xoxoxo
$26
Briony & Mitchell
GO GO you good things!! We'll be watching your journey from afar and cheering you on all the way.
$26
Liv W
Yes Meggie! SO SO SO impressed, you're going to smash it xo
$26
Anonymous
You don’t know me but your story inspires me. Good luck!!
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Josephine Flannelly
Best of luck Meg. M
$26
Lola Rippon
$26
Nat Booker
$26
Lauren Kessler
What an amazing challenge and for such an important cause. X
$26
Eliza Mckeith
Goodluck Meg!!!! So inspirational!
$26
Sophie Roubicek
This is the best part about social media, seeing incredible people like yourself doing incredible things! Been a while since preschool days but know you’ll smash it! So inspiring x
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Digby Harlow
Good luck Meg!
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Dani Tegg
Good luck. 🌹
$26
Jan Gonnella
Good luck Meggie - we haven’t forgotten our lovely old Neighbours in Greenwich !
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Ruby Rose
Such an inspiration for those living with an invisible illness. All the best!
$26
Carol Berry
$26
Josie Ryan
Best wishes Meg from Contiki connection. Great story. Look forward to the follow up.
$26
Alexander Alexander
Good luck on your climb Meggie,hope all goes well for you. Sandy and Roslynn Alexander in Scotland. Say hello to your mum and dad from us.
$26
Alexander Alexander
From sandy and Joanne in Scotland. Good luck.
$26
Kendall
$26
Kira Kraut
$26
Creed
Good on ya Meg!
$26
Yasmine Austen
Go Meg! You're an absolute inspiration :) Good luck x
$26
Lucy Bowers
Best of luck, Meg! It's going to be an amazing experience x
$26
Danni K
All the best, hope that boyfriend of yours doesn't slow you down.
$26
Rachael Loutfy
Best of luck Meggie!!
$26
Anonymous
Goodluck Meg
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Nadine Kelly
Best of luck on the climb!!
$26
Kate Stead
Good luck with the climb Meg. Well done for doing such an excellent fundraising campaign
$25
Ella Cottee
Good luck Meg, wishing you all the best x
$25
Emma Harris
Awesome cause, good luck!
$25
Emily Horneman
Good luck Meg - you are incredibly inspiring!
$20.80
Chantal Ensbey
Best of luck Meg & Nathan. An inspirational story - let’s hope one day there will be a cure.
$20.80
Leilani Vakaahi
Amazing Meg and Nath xx
$20.80
Anonymous
$20
Anna Killingback
That’s awesome, go Meg!
$10.40
Hazel Bunyard
$10.40
Carol Dawson
Go Meg!
$5.20
Meg! You are an inspiration to us all. Congratulations on all your hard work