The first few minutes of Olive’s life were very scary. She wasn’t breathing and was completely unresponsive. With immediate intervention, it seemed like she was on the right track, but it soon became clear that her condition was deteriorating, and she was whisked away to NICU.

Within a short time, she began having seizures, and subsequent investigations determined that extensive brain trauma had occurred. She suffered from an HIE event, which has set her on a path full of twists and turns, with some big climbs and steep descents. But Olive is very determined to walk it!

Every day, Olive gets a little bit stronger, and her smile grows a little bit bigger. With a diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy, it’s vital that she receives as much support as possible. We hope you can join us in making that happen. Access to a variety of therapies will make a significant difference in her life.

We’re asking you to walk with Olive on her journey toward strength and independence.

7.5% of all donations to Tree of Hope in relation to this appeal will be allocated to the general charitable purposes of Tree of Hope to cover our core operating costs.

If we raise insufficient funds, or surplus funds, then the funds will be used, if appropriate, to fund support for our child’s needs in accordance with Tree of Hope’s charitable objects. If in those circumstances we are unable to use all or part of the funds for the benefit of our child in accordance with Tree of Hope’s charitable objectives, then any funds that cannot be used will be transferred to be used for the general charitable purposes of Tree of Hope.