Ulrike Balanon

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Naomi

My Kilometres for Kids challenge is dedicated to the celebration of my daughter, Naomi

I’m taking on an epic challenge this March – and I would love support.

Two years ago, my daughter Naomi was a frequent patient at Starship Hospital. There was a time when we stayed there for almost two months so she could receive the medical care she needed. Naomi continues to be under the care of the Starship team to this day.

Today, Naomi is doing well — healthy, happy, and enjoying life just like any other child her age. That is something I will always be deeply grateful for.

This wouldn’t have been possible without the incredible doctors, nurses, and specialists at Starship Hospital, and the generosity of people whose donations help keep this vital service running.

Now, I’m walking to give back — and to help ensure that more Kiwi kids can receive the same life-saving care when they need it most.

If you can, please donate to help me raise money for this incredible service, including the only flying Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in Aotearoa. It’s on call 24/7, with a specialist flight crew ready to be in the air within minutes.

💙 Thank you for helping our tamariki.

My Activity Progresss

My Goal

58.8km

120km

Fundraising progress

Raised

My Goal

$230

$500

Thank you to my supporters

Silver stars

$58

Anonymous

Lola loves Naomi

$50

Anonymous

$54

Myleen

Hope this small amount would go a long way ❤️

$33

Ulrike Balanon

Proud supporters

$12

Anonymous

$11

Amore by Astrid

You are doing great mum! Continues healing to your bub and God bless

$12

Mario Gavalez