The family of Noongar entrepreneur Marissa Verma have launched a crowdfunding campaign in the wake of a debilitating illness.

Ms Verma, who is the founder of Aboriginal family-owned and operated business, Bindi Bindi Dreaming, has been facing a health crisis since June 2023, which was initially identified as the aggressive infection of Necrotising Fasciitis, a flesh-eating disease that occurs when bacteria enter the body through a break in the skin.

The disease plunged Ms Verma into a three-month coma and led to over 30 surgeries needing to be performed in order to address the damage caused by the infection.

Writing on the GoFundMe page, Ms Verma's husband, Saurabh, said they were reaching out for support.

"Marissa underwent a challenging procedure to perform a skin graft from a section of her body to reconstruct her stomach," Mr Verma said.

"The battle intensified as she experienced strokes, kidney failure, heart attacks, and even contracted Influenza A.

"To combat the severe impact of the infection the doctors had to amputate Marissa's hands below the elbows and waking up to this reality was disorientating. With many operations Marissa was left lifeless and unaware of the world around her.

"Marissa had a feeding tube for her lifeline and essential nutrients, plus a tracheostomy inserted to assist with breathing and communication."

Mr Verma said, despite the doctors expressing concerns for his wife's survivability, she has fought the infection, and alongside her family, was defying the odds.

"With the support of all our family, friends and the compassionate hospital staff Marissa transitioned from the ICU to a recovery ward and then to the Rehabilitation Centre, where she is having rehab to regain her strength and rebuild her life again," Mr Verma said.

Ms Verma was devoted to Bindi Bindi Dreaming - named after the butterfly in Noongar language - which offers a range of cultural education workshops, including guided tours on Country, cultural learning journeys for corporations and bush tucker programs in schools.

It invites locals and visitors to gain a deeper understanding about all aspects of Noongar culture, from bush tucker and medicines, to effective cultural protocols and the impact of colonisation on Noongar people.

Since being struck down by illness, she has been unable to operate Bindi Bindi Dreaming, which her husband described as a "huge loss," along with the emotional, physical and financial challenges that have accumulated.

"This is why we are reaching out to everybody for support," Mr Verma said.

"Health is precious and the stress of financial hardship coupled with a permanent disability from this infection makes the journey to recovery even more challenging.

"Any fundraising events on our behalf are welcome and your generous contributions will play a crucial role in helping Marissa rebuild her life."

Donations to Marissa Verma's costs can be made here.