Life can change in an instant. For Howard, that moment came with the devastating second cancer diagnosis. Howard was first diagnosed with germ cell cancer in January 2012 at just 24 years old. He fought hard for 7 long months and despite all odds went into remission of August 2012. Unfortunately in April 2025 he received the second heart breaking diagnosis of liver cancer.

Despite the shock, he has shown nothing but courage and continued to fight for his family.

But the battle ahead is not one that can be fought alone. Between his immunotherapy treatments, travel for appointments, time off work, and day-to-day expenses, the financial burden has become overwhelming for Howard and his family.

He urgently needs a life-saving medication called Ipilimumab, but it comes with a cost his family simply can’t manage alone. Without government funding this medication costs approximately $120,000. An application has been submitted for funding. However as Howard’s application is one many of many, there is no guarantee for approval. *Edit 16/09/25 Today we received that news that Howard’s application for government funding has unfortunately been declined. Meaning this fundraiser is our best shot at coming up with the funds for the much needed medication*

We’re asking our community to rally together in support of Howard. Every donation, no matter how big or small, will go directly towards this life saving medication and covering essential living costs while Howard is unable to work and allowing his wife to be by his side during these testing times.

Your contribution will help ease the burden on the Tamaki families shoulders. Even if you can’t donate, sending love and support means the world right now. Even just sharing this campaign helps us reach more people.

Howie has always been the first to person to lend a helping hand and put family first. Now its our turn to give back and show him that he's not alone in this journey. Join us in helping Howie focus on healing, not finances.