Hewawasam Puwakpitiyage Dakshika Jayathilaka

I’m thrilled to share that I have officially reached my initial fundraising goal of $600 for Blue September New Zealand! This wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity, kindness, and encouragement from all of you who donated.

Your support means more than words can express — every contribution, big or small, has brought us one step closer to making a real difference.

Here’s a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of my amazing supporters.

1. Supipi Pathirannehalage – $120

2. Afkham Azeez – $100 (Keep up the good work!)

3. Anonymous – $54.86

4. Jinath Wijesinghe – $54.86

5. Manjula Rathnayaka – $52.75

6. Maninda Edirisooriya – $52

7. Dhanushka – $30

8. Sameera Medagammadde Gedara – $26.38

9. Gihan Anuruddha – $25

10. Ruchira Wageesha – $25

11. Minoli – $20

12. Anonymous – $20

13. Anonymous – $10 (Great initiative and all the best!)

14. Dumidu Handakumbura – $5.28

15. Anonymous – $5.28

16. Dhanuka De Silva – $3.17

Each of you has played a part in this success, and I’m deeply grateful. Whether it was a generous contribution or a message of encouragement, you’ve shown the power of community and kindness.

This milestone is just the beginning — I’m motivated to keep going and raise even more awareness and support for this cause.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for believing in this mission and standing with me. 💙

This September, I’m stepping up to the challenge by hosting an event for Blue September, a nationwide campaign in Aotearoa New Zealand committed to raising awareness and funds to fight prostate cancer.

Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Kiwi men, and your support can make a life-saving difference. Here’s how your generosity helps:

• Fund critical research into improved diagnosis and treatments

• Provide essential support services, including a free nurse-led Information Service

• Boost awareness so more men feel encouraged to get tested when it’s needed

I’m aiming to raise $600 this September—every contribution brings us closer to reaching that goal.

Why donate?

• $52 helps someone access the nurse-led Information Service

• $81 offers practical support during treatment-related hardship

• $128 can fund counselling services for men and their families

• $256 helps provide physiotherapy sessions to a man affected by prostate cancer

Whether you donate a little or a lot—or simply help spread the word—you’ll be joining me in the fight against this disease.

Get involved: Join me this Blue September. Donate, share the cause, or host your own event—because together, we can make a difference.