We were grateful to hear from a supporter recently, Tim Bayley, in Nelson. He was reaching out to let us know that he wanted to make a donation in memory of his aunt, Margaret Anderson, who had passed away just a few weeks shy of her 104th birthday. He shared that his Aunt Meg was the Head Plunket Nurse in Christchurch for many years. After training to be a nurse in the 1940s and spending time in Norway to help rebuild after the Second World War, Meg returned to New Zealand and worked for Plunket in the 1970s and 80s. She filled that role proudly and for a long time before retiring.
Meg loved her community. She supported many local charities and gave as much of her time as she could, including volunteering at the Cathedral before the earthquake tragedy.
Above all though, she loved babies. “She lived a frugal lifestyle but donated to a lot of good causes,” Tim reflected, “but this gift will be an apt way to acknowledge her care for tamariki.” We are grateful for this gift from Tim in memory of his beloved Aunt Meg, which will directly support our community services in Christchurch.
You can find out more about donating in memory of a loved one or including a gift in your Will by contacting our Philanthropy Manager, Loren O’Sullivan at philanthropy@plunket.org.nz.
