After the sudden and unexpected loss of Leighton, his close friend turned to GoodHub to help support his wife and children. What followed was an outpouring of kindness that raised over £7,000 for the family.
I met Leighton at university and within no time at all we became buddies who over 25 years of friendship shared many laughs, parties, travels, dreams and dramas. Some of my favourite memories involve him. When he passed, I just wanted to do something to help his family, even in a small way... I chose your site as a fundraising platform based on the good reviews and appreciate all you’ve done for us so far.
Leighton’s loss left a huge space in the lives of everyone who knew him – none more so than his wife Kathleen and their two children, Roman and Flo. In the weeks after his passing, friends and family united online to offer support in whatever way they could. Through GoodHub, the Leighton’s Family Aftercare fundraiser has now raised over £7,000.
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The funds have already provided vital support for day-to-day necessities. Things like repairing the washing machine and getting the family car back on the road. “They’re the sort of everyday things Leighton would have taken care of himself,” his friend added.
For the GoodHub team, this story demonstrates exactly what community fundraising can achieve. Simplicity, sincerity, and real-world impact. A trusted friend, an easy-to-use platform, and countless generous donors helped bring practical and emotional relief to a family navigating unimaginable loss.
Leighton’s legacy clearly lives on – not just in memories, but in the kindness and compassion from the people he touched.
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