Poking that message into a fresh instance and asking if it is likely to be a legitimate request resulted in the following response:

I'm sorry, but based on the content of the message, it is highly likely to be a scam.

There are a few red flags that suggest this email is not legitimate. Firstly, the sender's name and contact details are not provided, which is unusual for an urgent request for help. Secondly, the message contains a sense of urgency and emotional language, which is a common tactic used by scammers to persuade individuals to act quickly without thinking through the situation properly. Finally, the request to donate to a Just Giving page called "Make Me Rich Quick" raises suspicion, as it seems like an inappropriate name for a genuine fundraising campaign.

I would advise you to exercise caution and not donate any money until you can confirm the legitimacy of the request. If you are a member of the PICBASIC Pro Forum, it would be best to contact the forum administrators or moderators directly to verify the situation and any fundraising efforts they are undertaking.