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Mindfull Aus

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Address: 1 Queens Road 3004 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://www.mindfullaus.org

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25.01.2022 Happy Magicday! See, some people might see Monday as the start to a long week and there is others who use Monday to propel them into an enjoyable set of 7. Monday should be a day to be enthusiastic and to appreciate how we are blessed to have another week and another day of life; no matter how awesome the weekend was.... What makes your Monday, full of magic or magical? #lovedandworthwhile

23.01.2022 Exciting NEWS!! Our Partnering organisation The Compassionate Friends Victoria Inc. ONLINE CHAT SERVICE for bereaved siblings aged 18-30 years is available daily from 3.00 PM to 12.00 AM daily is NOW LIVE!! If you are a bereaved sibling aged 18-30 years, we encourage you to explore this service. What a relatable service to have, to know the people on the other end understand you.... Alternately, if you know of siblings in this age range, PLEASE share this information. A significant service gap for this age group has been identified and this is an amazing attempt to bridge this gap. (Please note: following this 6-month pilot and subject to demand/resources - and a Board decision - there are possibilities for TCFV to expand the online chat service beyond the current age range.) For more information head over to the link below : https://siblingsupport.tcfv.org.au

23.01.2022 - Did you know that two of our Primary School Facilitators, Matt & Matt completed their training abroad at Stanford & California State Universities? Pictured is Matt Searle and Matt Runnalls addressing Parliament in Canberra early this year as part of being 2020 ABC Trailblazers. ... Overseas the Matts trained in Quantum Learning strategies and how to best engage in young minds. Strategies built around the 8 keys of excellence, building emotional literacy, self esteem for young champions, self worth, confidence and accelerated academic techniques for development. Your kids can catch them at the upcoming school holiday program Online - Head over to Green Super Camp Australia for more information and PowerUP these school holidays - Green SuperCamp Australia

22.01.2022 Thor... must be something about Australians from Gippsland

21.01.2022 A fantastic article by ForteMagazine on our Mindfull Aus champion advocate and International DJ Brandon Mangion. As mentioned yesterday, we are extremely grateful for the inspiring, compassionate and caring individuals and businesses that surround us and walk beside us to change the narrative for Mental Health & Wellbeing. Brandon is the prime of example of this, stepping forward into the vulnerabilities of such a personal space to hold up a light and chase out the darkness f...or others. His fundraiser in just a few weeks has nearly amassed $6000.00 which is extremely important towards implementation of community engagement in such a difficult time. Mindfull Aus is launching a new website and some pretty exciting news, initiatives, campaigns, people, partnerships , professional services, evaluations, staff and new clothing line in the next 2 weeks.... All of which will include this superstar and many other amazing new faces at Mindfull Aus. Dont blink, were helping collaboratively #changethenarrative

21.01.2022 - Help support our mission today by purchasing our new you belong Beanie as part of our collaboration with Boulevar. Purchase this week and you will also receive a Loved & Worthwhile Mindfull Aus Lanyard and a Mindfull Aus Car Sticker.... Cant wait to see all these pics replicating an important message, let everyone know they too BELONG Purchase today - www.mindfullaus.org/shop

21.01.2022 What is one thing you are going to achieve this year? Those purposeful goals, let's hold each other accountable for an amazing year ahead Here is one of our goals - ... * To facilitate Healthier Hearts & Lighter Minds primary school program to over 2,500 students. Paired with Parent Information sessions and Self care workshops for the amazing teachers who give their all to looking out for these young champions!! If you would like to talk to us about our services for 2021 and kick off the year the right way by securing a booking in your community/workplace/sporting club or school, reach out to our team today. - [email protected] or [email protected] #commUNITY #lovedandworthwhile

20.01.2022 70 odd days into 12 months sobriety challenge, his video has been seen by over 30,000 people and raised a massive $5000 for Mindfull Aus in just over a week. Brandon Mangion is the smile and energy we all could do with. ... #lovedandworthwhile

20.01.2022 A huge thank you to these amazing and generous supporters of Mindfull Aus that have thrown their support behind our End of Financial Year mission in the first 24 hours to provide evidence based training to 300 community members with a skill set that will help them identify and administer life changing support to our Youth, experiencing mental health challenges. If you would like to support our mission by donating any amount, you can do so by following the link below- https:...//300in30.gofundraise.com.au/cms/home All supporters will be receiving a little token of our gratitude in the mail shortly after Our youth are our future, let’s help support them by having skilled and qualified educators and caregivers around them. #bethechange

19.01.2022 FREE - Global Suicide Prevention Virtual Summit - Saturday September 26, 2020 Register @ www.HopeRising.one Dont miss Matt Runnalls as part of a list of incredible advocates and organisations represented across the globe. #LOVED&worthwhile

19.01.2022 The strength in love & positive affirmations

19.01.2022 Today is World Suicide Prevention Day Set the first task of today in checking in on the people you love and appreciate. If you are the fortunate one who is on the receiving end of one of these thoughtful check ins, we hope you feel the comfort and love to step forward and be brave with your feelings.... 1440 minutes today, Every 40 seconds we lose a beautiful life around the world to this cause. 2160 people will take their life, believing a narrative that we can all help shift. In the same time available today, we have a beautiful opportunity to make a real impact in the world, through the art of conversation, through the facilitation of evidence based services. To put preventative measures in place to build safe, supported environments for people to get access to help and support. Today & everyday our love, strength and continual thoughts are with all those impacted by the ripple effect of Suicide. You are Loved & Worthwhile Lifeline - 13 11 14 BeyondBlue - 1300 22 46 36 Kids Helpline - 1800 55 1800

18.01.2022 Matt Runnalls our CEO was on the Local Footy Show on TV Friday night 7pm talking all things wellness and the importance of our sporting clubs in our communities. Dont mind his footballing highlight reel, there isnt much to see there

17.01.2022 We are blown away by the beautiful, thoughtful and creative ways in which people show up everyday and choose to make a difference in the world. Odyssey Gifts Collective. - Please jump on over and give this amazing initiative a follow. Purchase these incredible gift sets of love, self care, compassion and wellness and know that you are not only supporting a local dream - but also changing the lives of those within your community! The team at Mindfull Aus is super grateful and ...blessed to be a part of the Odyssey Gifts Collective mission for a better tomorrow. #lovedandworthwhile #selfcareselfloveclub

17.01.2022 They’re off and racing... 100kms or 250 laps of the Warragul Geoff Watt Track $6,330 donated so far- an incredible community effort towards mental health ... If you want to support the unbelievable efforts of Jack & Paul- donate via the link below - https://mindfullausfundraiser.raisely.com

16.01.2022 With the upcoming cricket season fast approaching and maybe a Christmas treat for the young ones- Check out our Mindfull Aus custom Cricket Bat Complete sticker kit. What a way to spread an important message than during sport every Saturday. Thanks to all the cricketers out there labelling up their cricket kits in the aim of bringing light to mental health awareness. ... Find them over at www.mindfullaus.org/shop And if you need a green Grip to go with it or any of your cricketing needs, see our friends over at - INTERSPORT Warragul

16.01.2022 - Introducing two more very important team members of Mindfull Aus to you!! Two more board directors who each bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and talent to the team and wider community through our impact and reach.... Super grateful for the tireless work and advocacy of Sophie Cohen & Andrew Runnalls #lovedandworthwhile

16.01.2022 ** Last chance for this once in a lifetime opportunity! Applications are closing!! Thats right, were looking for people to undertake a life-changing 6-day journey in the first quarter of 2021... and star on national TV! ... Share this with your friends, family, work colleagues and social media pals and get set for the adventure of a lifetime! BONUS: net proceeds from this award-winning TV project will support Mindfull Aus Check out this short video below: https://vimeo.com/397313539 This ground-breaking filming & fundraising project is proudly produced by Charity TV Global Apply now to become one of our Adventure All Stars TV cast members: www.AdventureAllStars.tv

14.01.2022 "As parents we wonder what to say to our kids when theyre struggling. Here is one of the best questions ever!" www.greensupercamp.com.au/powerup Join Matt Runnalls & Matt Searle two of our primary facilitators at this amazing initiative for young champions this school holidays- Lots and lots of fun, learning and growing to be had in a time where it is really important.... #lovedandworthwhile

14.01.2022 Join us in wishing a big Happy Birthday to our amazing team member, our superstar Mental Health Accreditation Facilitator, the Bipolar Warrior - Jason Rantall !! Having now facilitated over 150 people through evidence based training for Mindfull Aus and a big part of lots of our events, we are super proud of this champion but also super grateful to have his experiences, passion and skill sets part of the team. Jase, we hope you have a special day with your beautiful family.... We hope today is filled with as much love and magic that you share with us and the world every day. Happy Birthday Jason. Enjoy

13.01.2022 Thanks ABC Gippsland, super appreciative of your help in spreading positive messages. Remember our 4 important tips for R U OK Day 1.)Listen with no intent to reply, judgement, criticism, comparison, advice or answers... 2.)Eye contact- when you look into someone else eyes you will see your reflection back. The same way you dont want pain for yourself, is the same for them. Empathy! 3.) Reflex Head Nods, they show that even know you might not understand the circumstance or situation, you are still listening and trying to. 4.) Discipline - This conversation isnt for one day, then not two weeks, RUOK day and then not again until next year. Its everyday. The difference between how much we say we care and how much we show it is the difference the world needs and aches for. Be kind to you, but lets make a bigger effort to be more kind to those around us!! #lovedandworthwhile

13.01.2022 Plenty of mindful & meaningful conversations started over the weekend through sport and exercise Any snaps rocking the mindfull aus messages, send them in. We would love to feature you !! Thanks to Daniel Best & Chris Thomas/Jordy Wyatt for sharing these snaps from the cricket & Paul Pratt & Jack Symes from their mammoth 100kms efforts.

13.01.2022 Something to be proactive about and across as restrictions May begin to ease. The start of school is triggering anxiety for a lot of children. Those going to school in person may be anxious about separating from parents after so many months of being together 24/7. Thats on top of apprehension about going to school with masks and distancing and all the hand-washing, fears about getting sick, and the unsettling knowledge that their world might get turned upside down again at ...any time. The Child Mind Institute explore ways to help children work through their worries and make the best of an uncertain situation. Sending our love and strength to all these little champions as they navigate their way back into society and normal life structures. #lovedandworthwhile

12.01.2022 Being that we are only hours away from watching the Sydney Swans tonight, we thought we might rally the Mindfull Aus family to barrack for one of our own tonight. By that I mean... Welcome our newest Official Ambassador of Mindfull Aus ... Tom Papley! Tom Papley swapped his plumbing tools for a Sherrin when the Sydney Swans sprung a draft surprise in 2015 and the pocket-rocket forward has since become a crucial member of coach John Longmires side. Papley has played 20 or more senior games in every one of his four full seasons in the AFL and was at his best in 2019, topping Sydneys goal-kicking leaderboard and finishing fourth in the Bob Skilton Medal voting. In 2020, Tom represented the Big V Team alongside the AFLs best players, kicking 5 goals against the All Stars in the 2020 Bushifre Appeal Game. Now just 4 games away from 100 games at the top level, amassing 142 goals along the way. Tom has also utilised his platform away from Football to help raise vital funds, amassing $10,000 towards helping with food, clothes and most importantly money for them to pay rent for those who tragically lost their homes in the Bunyip fires in 2019. Tom is an exceptional young athlete in the AFL, but even more impressive off field and a wonderful representation of our backyard Gippsland. "I am incredibly passionate about working collaboratively with Mindfull Aus to get the message out there that its okay to not be okay and people are out there to help and support" We are looking forward to rolling out some new initiatives with Tom leading the charge and bringing hope, courage and acceptance to our young community of sporting superstars through Toms passion for mental health and wellbeing. Join us in Welcoming Tom!! #lovedandworthwhile

11.01.2022 - (Repost - From Matt) One of the greatest gifts you can give to the world is to let others know they aren’t alone. This guy here Troy Jones, has selflessly done this over the last 70+ days. Doing something that is beyond belief, something that not many people in this world would do.... 70+ days of running. 70+ days sacrificing income. 3931 kilometres by foot. Perth to Sydney All to raise incredible awareness and funds for mental health initiatives. He epitomises the journey of strength and has given many people a new found hope and acceptance for their path to a better life, or to recovery. So glad I could be there on the weekend to see the big fella cruise in and meet such a wonderful community of support. As mentioned Saturday, this cheque represents more than money. It is lives impacted and a shift in perception for many young kids. It may even inspire someone, to save their own life. Troy, it’s a blessing to know you and work with you, you are the exact person this world needs more of mate. Thank you for punishing your mind and body for the betterment of others, selflessly. I appreciate you and the entire team at Mindfull Aus thanks you. If you would like to donate to Troy’s run before tax time, we are leaving the link open. You can find it here - https://mindfullaus.gofundraise.com.au/ A huge big thank you also goes to the hundreds of people who have donated, contributed, sponsored and supported Troy. You have such a beautiful community and Mindfull Aus is thoroughly looking forward to the opportunity to play a small part in it beside you all. - @harry_wiles

11.01.2022 With the 20/21 Victorian Premier Cricket Season upon us, we are pumped to be supported by Jordan Wyatt again for a second season. Last year Jordan made a pledge for $1 for every run he made and went about approaching his networks and community to support him. With no surprise, Jordan had an incredible year making 500 runs, including his maiden Century in the 1sts and donated a staggering $3,252 to Mindfull Aus to help further support communities with trainings & workshops. We...'re proud to be a Platinum Supporter of Jordan and the Casey-South Melbourne Cricket Club for the upcoming season and will be aiming to start many meaningful conversations and provide resources within the sporting fields. If you would like to Support Jordan and his mission for the upcoming season, check out the link, keep up to date with his runs and even create your own individual or team page if this is something you would like to do to support him and Mindfull Aus. All of this can be found via the link below - https://jordanwyatt.gofundraise.com.au/

11.01.2022 Join us in wishing our star Primary Facilitator of "Healthier Hearts & Lighter Minds" a big, big HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Matty Searle, from the team at Mindfull Aus- thank you for showing up everyday in the betterment of others. Your drive, energy and enthusiasm for the young champions of tomorrow is second to none and we are super grateful for all of your work on program development and facilitation. Trained at Stanford University, facilitated in 4 countries , a 2020 ABC Trailblaze...r recipient and one incredibly caring person. Join us in wishing Matty a huge happy birthday. If you want to catch Matty in his element, he will be facilitating a school holiday program this September Holidays called PowerUP! PowerUP is a leadership development program that will introduce your child to some of the key concepts from our GSCA programs and help them recover from the uncertainty of the Covid struggle and inspire them to tap into their inspiration and finish the year feeling positive and empowered. The link is below to register - dont miss out on the fun!! https://www.greensupercamp.com.au/powerup/ #lovedandworthwhile

10.01.2022 - New waves of beautiful young champions , our future or tomorrow growing up in a world where they know how to identify and articulate their emotion using purposeful colours and age appropriate wording and techniques. Healthier Hearts & Lighter Minds- in kindergartens and schools working with young superstars from 3+... If this brings you lots of JOY, leave a in the comments below. Check out our primary program on - https://www.mindfullaus.org/primary-schools #lovedandworthwhile

10.01.2022 Welcome our first official female Ambassador to our incredible team of passionate and caring individuals and advocates. Jaymee Munro of Meraki Mind. Having battled with chronic mental illness since late childhood, Jaymee had always struggled with the want to speak up, but the shame and stigma that came attached to having these illnesses. In the year following her near fatal suicide attempt, Jaymee had enough of the stigma and gained enough courage to speak out about her menta...l illnesses in hope to reduce the stigma attached, and show that even straight A, happy kids could go through this mental pain and anguish. Since deciding to speak out, Jaymee has become an advocate in the mental health space, striving to create awareness and show that mental illness doesnt discriminate, even if you seem to have it all. A speaker, workshop facilitator, Reiki Healer and trained in Root Cause Therapy, Jaymee is a fantastic advocate for emotional wellbeing. A real life example of one who has channeled pain and experiences for the betterment of others and made a big difference in doing so & we love having her a big part of Mindfull Aus. #lovedandworthwhile #changingthenarrative

09.01.2022 Happy Friday to all of your beautiful souls! Over the coming week we are going to be introducing you to the "NEW" Mindfull Aus.- Same purpose, same passion but just a behind the scenes look into all of our team, services, partnerships and ambassadors. We have been working tirelessly behind the scenes during this period to be in a greater position to help serve our community and the amazing people who may be experiencing some really challenging situations.... Firstly, we want to introduce you to our amazing team and today we introduce you to the Chairman of our Board Directors at the charity. Steven Browning. The governing body of a charity (Board of Directors) is the group of individuals who together are ultimately responsible for the governance of a charity - ensuring it is effectively and properly run and is meeting its overall purposes as set out in its governing document Steve has over 35 years experience in corporate financial services. Since 1985, he has held business and leadership roles for institutions including BT, Suncorp, AXA, AMP and MLC. In 2011, he started his own business, Finsight Consulting, to provide both SME and Corporate clients with leadership, mentoring, strategy advice and coaching services. Steve launched The Strategy Institute in 2016, to fuel ambitious business leaders who want to think through, choose and do the things that matter most for a wildly successful future. Since then, he has worked with a broad mix of corporate and SME clients in financial services, wholesaling, importing, construction, manufacturing, hospitality and not-for-profits. www.thestrategyinstitute.net.au We are extremely grateful to have Steve on board Mindfull Aus, a wealth of knowledge and a great mentor to Matt our CEO over the last 18 months. Welcome Steve!

07.01.2022 How will you improve your daily routine to incorporate that contributes to a better YOU? You deserve that

07.01.2022 Date appropriate time to share this old post from one of our Loved & Worthwhile community events in 2019. That 12 months has flown by and although huge have been outlawed, we thought its a nice reminder. Just in case we forgot just how important they are to our human condition. Who else is missing their hugs? Ever been to a Mindfull Aus event and ended up hugging and laughing with a group of the community? .... happens quite a bit ... #oxytocin #love #belonging #connection

06.01.2022 - You Belong Owning our story can be hard but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it. Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joythe experiences that make us the most vulnerable. Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light - Brene Brown ... www.mindfullaus.org/shop

06.01.2022 We hear kids say negative things about themselves all the time: I’m so stupid! Nobody likes me. And, of course, I’m fat. Or I’m ugly. Sometimes these things are throwaway lines, or fishing for reassurance. They may be harmless. But what experts call negative self-talk can also reflect an unhealthy tendency in kids to think the worst of themselves, and that can lead toor be a sign ofsomething more serious. Child Mind Institute

05.01.2022 Mindfull Aus is extremely grateful to of received a cheque as part of a really incredible initiative from our friends at OBrien Real Estate Clark after a very kind nomination from Darren & Sue Bishop at Hip Pocket Workwear & Safety who both have always been an amazing support to our mission in creating greater education and understanding around mind and behavioural health in Gippsland. With this wonderful generosity, we will be putting the funding towards our brand new Prima...ry Program Emotional Cue Cards & Resources in which we will be gifting to all Baw Baw Shire Primary schools upon their release in January of 2021. Building Healthier Hearts & Lighter Minds in Gippsland and beyond thanks to continual kindness and support of organisations like these two. Please check out Hip Pocket Workwear, #supportlocal and drop in to see Darren, Sue and the team - there’s none better !! www.hippocketworkwear.com.au/Warragul #commUNITY

04.01.2022 Recently, Kids Helpline have revealed that attempted suicide rates among Victorian teenagers soar by 184 per cent in past six months. It is our goal at Mindfull Aus to provide Youth Mental Health First Aid training FREE and accessible to the community in the next financial year. To those who support and work with our children, our youth and adolescents. If you can spare a dollar this tax time, the link to donate is below- And know that your contribution could help support a y...oung champion through the challenges they face and that’s pretty special. https://300in30.gofundraise.com.au/cms/home Thank you to the amazing, generous and compassionate people who have donated. Every dollar counts. #bethechange

03.01.2022 Join Matt tonight as he talks with amazing, caring and determined women Keezia Leigh and Stepha Doyle about what we can do to help prevent Suicide as those who genuinely care in community. Overnight, Keezia launched her new program and initiative with a giveaway, for every share of her launch post she personally is donating $10 towards Mindfull Aus early intervention initiatives. An incredible $1140 has been raised in several hours. What an amazing initiative!!... More meaningful conversations with Matt, & Stepha tonight over on Keezias facebook.

03.01.2022 An incredibly powerful video. Some familiar faces in this amazing initiative from Movember Australia who do a mountain of important work. Included in the video you may recognise some of the advocates being Kevin Hines, Joe Williams, Joe Williams and Justin Geange all friends of Mindfull Aus.... Remember, use a couple of minutes each day to REACH IN to those around you, dont wait until they reach out. To speak to someone immediately if in crisis situations ring the incredible team at Lifeline on 13 11 14

02.01.2022 ** Mentions of Suicide. If you or anyone you know is experiencing mind and behavioural health challenges please ring Lifeline on 13 11 14. A 30th birthday message from the CEO!... Welcome to 300 in 30. To help bring in a big, bold 30th Birthday for our Founder, Matt and help support his birthday wishes - , it is our goal is to raise $30,000 in 30 days so that we can train 300 community leaders in Youth Mental Health First Aid. A big component of our work at Mindfull Aus, is in our proactive approach to helping young champions through our primary programs to identify, control and express their emotions in positive ways. But it doesn’t stop there. Our goal is to support those who want to support our youth. Training up 300 people in our communities will ensure that those who directly work with our youth are equipped with the knowledge and skills to identify, assess and administer life saving mental health first aid to support those most at risk. "I found the course to be truly beneficial and useful to me as I interact with a good number of secondary school students on a daily basis. After attending the course, I have the necessary tools as a mental health first aider to recognize and help those in need. - Luca Join Mindfull Aus in helping change the way we approach these challenges by donating just $30. Your $30 contribution has the potential to help provide a skillset that will enable a young one to feel a sense of hope, to feel heard and understood in their emotional pain. To find comfort in seeking appropriate support and help and that's a beautiful thing. Please donate via the link today, just $30 to help Mindfull Aus proactively roll out trainings across high risk areas of the country, giving tools and skills to those who work with our beautiful young champions and lives. https://300in30.gofundraise.com.au/cms/home Our big birthday wishes go out to Shaun & Matt. #bethechange

02.01.2022 What better way to start a Tuesday than to reveal a NEW PARTNERSHIP! Mindfull Aus is proud to be officially partnering with The Compassionate Friends Victoria Inc. Over the years Mindfull Aus has been in operation we have received an overwhelming amount of questions about grief, bereavement and loss.... While Mindfull Aus was founded on the experience of loss and bereavement and have many wonderful advocates who have some really hope filled messages and experiences around it, it is important that we are working with the right organisations so families in our beautiful communities are best supported through some really challenging times. This is why we love working with TCFV. Did you know TCFV have support groups spread right across Victoria from Gippsland to Geelong to Bendigo, to Mildura to Portland. The key to positive change isnt about creating the NEW. The key to change is about making the established, well structured and effective services known to community. This country houses some of the most amazing organisations, advocates, groups and services in the world in the mind and behavioural space- we must make our communities known to them. We are only as good as the information we possess when we need it. Mindfull Aus will ensure that it continues to advocate for these established and incredible services to as many people as humanly possible! Stay tuned later this week for an exciting new service from TCFV and some more announcements. Its our 4th Birthday as a Not-Profit Health Promotion Charity with the Australian Charities Commission and for the celebration of 4 years - were unloading on new NEWS, EVENTS, PARTNERS, AMBASSADORS, BOARD MEMBERS AND WEBSITE. www.mindfullaus.org #Lovedandworthwhile

02.01.2022 One of the bravest ladies we know with an incredible share - Bec, you are inspiring, your words will help many. Although hard to read, lots of learnings and hope in seeking both professional help and help of community. ** CONTENT WARNING - Mentions of Suicide, bereavement & loss. If you or anyone you know is experiencing some challenging situations or in crisis - please ring lifeline on 13 11 14....Continue reading

02.01.2022 The difference between how much we say we care and how much we show it is the difference the world is aching for therefore to be able to be working collaboratively with inspiring and enthusiastic young change agents like Brandon will give us great excitement that he will impact and reach numerous amounts of young champions that otherwise may not of, Runnalls says. He has a unique story that will appeal to many and we are grateful for people who show up and choose courage... on these hard and sharp edges of love and life. Brandon Mangion recently uploaded a video telling his story and has already helped raise almost $6,000 so far.