
Eye Surgery for My Mother
- By: Kathleen van Straaten
- Short URL: https://archive.backabuddy.co.za/kathleen-van-straaten-5775996181717786236
- Date Created: 5 December 2023
Personal message
Subject: Urgent Appeal for Support: Restoring Sight for a Selfless Soul
Dear viewers,
I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out with a heavy heart, seeking assistance for a cause very close to me. My mother, a beacon of selflessness and kindness, is in desperate need of a cataract operation for both of her eyes.
Her vision is rapidly deteriorating, and the fear of losing her eyesight weighs heavily on her mind. Despite her own challenges, she has always been there for others, offering help and support whenever needed. Now, it's our turn to rally behind her.
Unfortunately, our financial situation is not conducive to covering the costs of the operation independently. I have created a fundraising campaign on BackaBuddy to raise the required amount of R52,000 for the procedure. The breakdown includes R3,200 for the initial consultation, and the remaining sum for the operation itself.
The uploaded profile photos represent the urgency of the situation: the R52,000 goal and the R3,200 consultation fee. The last photo captures the essence of this plea—a picture of my mother, whose eyes have seen countless hardships and joys, and now face the threat of losing their light.
We are racing against time, with only three months to gather the necessary funds. Failure to meet this deadline would mean having to go through the consultation process again, further delaying the relief my mother so desperately needs.
Your support can make a profound difference in ensuring my mother regains her vision and continues her life's work of helping others. Any contribution, no matter how small, will bring us closer to our goal and alleviate the financial burden that currently looms over us.
I sincerely thank you for taking the time to read our story. Your kindness and generosity will not only bring light to my mother's eyes but also provide immense comfort and reassurance for her future.
May you be blessed abundantly for your compassion and support.
With gratitude,
Donations
- Dec 07, 2023 - USD $ 26.40
- "" - Anonymous
- Dec 05, 2023 - USD $ 5.74 Fees covered
- "" - Anonymous
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Eye Surgery for My Mother Campaign

I would like to raise money for my mother for a Cataract operation as she has Cataracts on both of her eyes.I would Love to be able to help my mother go for the operation as i can she that she is stressing about the future and the chance of going blind.My Mother is always helping people and is the most selfless person that i know.We are not in the financial situation to afford the operation on our own which is why i am asking on BackaBuddyThe three profile photos that i have uploaded is of the amount needed the R52000 for the Operation.The R3200 was for the consultation and then the last Photo is of My Mother.We unfortunately only have 3 Months to pay the Amount otherwise we need to pay the Consultation fee again.Thank you for taking time to read.May you have a blesses day.