Charity Fundraising

CHARITY

FUNDRAISING

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Pink Ribbon Day Charity Success

(19th of November 2003)

The Integrated Martial Arts Academy of Burrum Heads/Hervey Bay recently joined forces with the Maryborough Youth Community Association (MYCA) to raise funds for breast cancer research and support. Students of the Integrated Martial Arts Academy along with various members of the MYCA group embarked on this fund-raising for charity venture and through their co-operation were able to raise a total of $282.00.

Youth Support Worker Michael Green was very proud of the thoughtfulness that was displayed from so many local youths in Burrum Heads, Hervey Bay and Maryborough to unite their efforts together for such a good cause. “It is very inspirational to see so many young people within the Fraser Coast region who are eager to make these kinds of generous contributions towards others”. “Fund-raising for charity can go a long way in helping to promote generosity and kindness throughout our communities and within society as a whole, and is also very spiritually uplifting and character building for all those involved.” “It was great to witness the high amount of support and encouragement that was given to these young people by their families and friends in order to be able to make such a contribution to the Qld Cancer Fund”.

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Local Youths Unite For Charity

(30th of March 2004)

Various students of the Integrated Martial Arts Academy from Hervey Bay and Burrum Heads recently joined forces to raise a total of $295.00 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Fund-raising for charity ventures are an essential requirement for all members within this local not-for-profit club’s self-development curriculum. The funds gained by each contributor are sent to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, which are then utilised for further research of the Muscular Dystrophy disorder and also to assist with the individual and family support of those in need.

The members of the Integrated Martial Arts Academy mostly consist of children between the ages of 4 and 17, who as part of their goal setting and personal achievements are encouraged to embark upon at least one major fund-raising for charity venture per year. Integrated Martial Arts Instructor and local youth worker Michael Green was once again very proud of all those involved in this latest group achievement. “Generosity and thoughtfulness towards others in life is an important virtue to share and express and can become a very character building catalyst for all those involved”.

“It is always great to witness people of such an early age uniting their energies and efforts together in order to help others. I am very grateful towards all of the children and also their families who participated as a whole to enable our small local club to make such a contribution to the Muscular Dystrophy Association”.

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The Walk Of Inspiration

(22nd of July 2007)

A total of 33 students and family members of the local Integrated Martial Arts/Self-Development Academy recently joined forces to raise a grand total of $829.50 for the GreenPeace organisation. The Fundraising event was named "The Walk Of Inspiration" and involved walking as a group along the coastline from Toogoom to Dundowran. To raise the money each participant was given generous sponsorship by various individuals and business owners within our community.

Fundraising for charity ventures are an integral aspect of the Self-Development training that all students within the Integrated Martial Arts/Development Academy are encouraged to be involved in. As part of their goal setting and personal achievement curriculum all members of the Academy are inspired to direct their energy not only towards their own self-development but also to focus it back into the world in which they live in the form of courage, kindness, generosity and mutual respect.

Integrated Martial Arts Instructor and local youth worker Michael Green was once again very proud of all those involved in this latest group achievement.

“It was very uplifting to see so many people willing to unite together to put in a strong effort towards such a worthy cause. On the morning of the event the weather was not the best so I was very proud of everyone who participated for stepping out of their comfort zone for the 3 hour journey along the coast line”.

“Every year our Academy embarks on at least 1 fundraising for charity venture and it is always a good feeling to be able to send the much needed funds away to the chosen organisations. We decided to choose GreenPeace this year because of the issues overseas with the killing of the whales and also in respect to making a stand against the problem of Global Warming and Environmental Degradation.”

"Congratulations to all of the students and parents who took part in this Inspirational event and thankyou to everyone in the community who supported us through their generosity and encouraged us along the journey.”


		“Have the Strength, to hear your Heart’s voice… and have the Courage, to be True to your Heart.”


	CHARITY FUNDRAISING ForgetMeNot Website ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Pink Ribbon Day Charity Success (19th of November 2003) The Integrated Martial Arts Academy of Burrum Heads/Hervey Bay recently joined forces with the Maryborough Youth Community Association (MYCA) to raise funds for breast cancer research and support. Students of the Integrated Martial Arts Academy along with various members of the MYCA group embarked on this fund-raising for charity venture and through their co-operation were able to raise a total of $282.00. Youth Support Worker Michael Green was very proud of the thoughtfulness that was displayed from so many local youths in Burrum Heads, Hervey Bay and Maryborough to unite their efforts together for such a good cause. “It is very inspirational to see so many young people within the Fraser Coast region who are eager to make these kinds of generous contributions towards others”. “Fund-raising for charity can go a long way in helping to promote generosity and kindness throughout our communities and within society as a whole, and is also very spiritually uplifting and character building for all those involved.” “It was great to witness the high amount of support and encouragement that was given to these young people by their families and friends in order to be able to make such a contribution to the Qld Cancer Fund”. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Local Youths Unite For Charity (30th of March 2004) Various students of the Integrated Martial Arts Academy from Hervey Bay and Burrum Heads recently joined forces to raise a total of $295.00 for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Fund-raising for charity ventures are an essential requirement for all members within this local not-for-profit club’s self-development curriculum. The funds gained by each contributor are sent to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, which are then utilised for further research of the Muscular Dystrophy disorder and also to assist with the individual and family support of those in need. The members of the Integrated Martial Arts Academy mostly consist of children between the ages of 4 and 17, who as part of their goal setting and personal achievements are encouraged to embark upon at least one major fund-raising for charity venture per year. Integrated Martial Arts Instructor and local youth worker Michael Green was once again very proud of all those involved in this latest group achievement. “Generosity and thoughtfulness towards others in life is an important virtue to share and express and can become a very character building catalyst for all those involved”. “It is always great to witness people of such an early age uniting their energies and efforts together in order to help others. I am very grateful towards all of the children and also their families who participated as a whole to enable our small local club to make such a contribution to the Muscular Dystrophy Association”. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Walk Of Inspiration (22nd of July 2007) A total of 33 students and family members of the local Integrated Martial Arts/Self-Development Academy recently joined forces to raise a grand total of $829.50 for the GreenPeace organisation. The Fundraising event was named "The Walk Of Inspiration" and involved walking as a group along the coastline from Toogoom to Dundowran. To raise the money each participant was given generous sponsorship by various individuals and business owners within our community. Fundraising for charity ventures are an integral aspect of the Self-Development training that all students within the Integrated Martial Arts/Development Academy are encouraged to be involved in. As part of their goal setting and personal achievement curriculum all members of the Academy are inspired to direct their energy not only towards their own self-development but also to focus it back into the world in which they live in the form of courage, kindness, generosity and mutual respect. Integrated Martial Arts Instructor and local youth worker Michael Green was once again very proud of all those involved in this latest group achievement. “It was very uplifting to see so many people willing to unite together to put in a strong effort towards such a worthy cause. On the morning of the event the weather was not the best so I was very proud of everyone who participated for stepping out of their comfort zone for the 3 hour journey along the coast line”. “Every year our Academy embarks on at least 1 fundraising for charity venture and it is always a good feeling to be able to send the much needed funds away to the chosen organisations. We decided to choose GreenPeace this year because of the issues overseas with the killing of the whales and also in respect to making a stand against the problem of Global Warming and Environmental Degradation.” "Congratulations to all of the students and parents who took part in this Inspirational event and thankyou to everyone in the community who supported us through their generosity and encouraged us along the journey.”