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Bosto 2024

By Gevaux Murata Lau Group

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$17,207

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$16,707

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Gevaux Murata Lau Bosto Group 2024

The Gevaux Murata Lau Bosto Group set a Purpose to hit the $50k mark in overall fundraising in 2024.

A new fundraising yearly record of $16,707.00 was required to achieve that figure, which was quite a big ask for a small team especially during a cost of living crisis and associated obstacles but our personal motivation and drive to honour Billie Gevaux was foremost in our minds and we just had to find a way.

Where there's a will there's a way.

The campaign went right down to the wire and 365 days later, on the 31 December 2024 our small team set a new yearly fundraising record of $17,207.00, surpassing our previous best by over $5,200, for an overall fundraising total of $50,501.00 for this important cause.

In what had been a devastating year we had found a way through never, never, never giving up and honoured Billie Gevaux through reaching the $50k mark.

An overall view of the Bosto 2024 Campaign:

This campaign was an extremely difficult journey and the road travelled was not easy. 

The Bosto 2024 team's motivation was very personal as we strived to honour the legacy of Billie Gevaux through supporting this important cause. 

The Bosto 2024 team's motivation and drive was high but the cost of living crisis and other factors were definitely an obstacle throughout the whole campaign.

We were constantly reminded that suffering is part of life and we certainly learnt about acceptance due to the enormous adversity and hurdles we faced throughout 2024.

What kept us grounded was our strong belief  and philosophy that your Purpose should define you, do what you say and say what you do is one of our mottos.

Please note, we use the word Purpose in preference to the word goal as we believe the word Purpose is powerful.

That's our belief and we will never apologise for being true to our word.

A number of people who initially supported our cause did not honour their word leaving the Bosto 2024 campaign in tatters. 

We choose to pick up the pieces of what at times appeared a fractured  campaign.

It was important to continue the good work, learnings and teachings of Billie Gevaux, whose ethos was to give back to society the best you can, regardless of the obstacles we faced.

The Obstacle is the Way was a learning we held on to during this whole campaign, and at times we had to step back and be kind to ourselvess, as we were going around in circles, but we took a punt to back ourselves and the rest is history.

It's not in our DNA to give up. 

You can wallow in negativity but our attitude in life is to keep going and that is also our attitude to our elite athlete training.

As mentioned, at times the task seemed insurmountable, especially as the year rolled on, but we stuck fat to our belief and kept chipping away at our target and the motivation increased as the progressive tally kept edging closer to the $50k mark.

The motivation and drive was to honour Billie Gevaux.

We stood by Billie's side throughout Billie's battle with Alzheimer's Disease, we were true to our word and our character stood the test of time whilst others failed in their duty of care which is their cross to bare.

I say to them: Selfless is always a better option than selfish. 

Bosto, was the star of this campaign, the champ appeared on a TV show and in the daily papers which provided a vehicle to promote our cause and reach a wide audience.

Bosto, more importantly, gave unconditional love to Billie Gevaux during her time of suffering and enormous team to the team.

Bosto played an important role in supporting life and in attracting supporters to this important cause.

Bosto is a star and we could not have achieved our Purpose within our trusted mascot.

As the 2024 year was drawing to an end Bosto had given everything to the campaign and could do no more. Unfortunately it seemed we wouldn't achieve our Purpose, meaning we would fall short of the target, but what happened next was the most beautiful thing and restored our faith in humanity.
 
As the 2024 year was drawing to a close time was running out, we had to find a way, so we rallied the troops and the good people, true believers in the cause stood up in a time of adversity, demonstrated their generosity and supported this important campaign taking us beyond our Purpose of $50k.

The Bosto 2024 Campaign Team sincerely thank all of our supporters but it's important to note the contribution of the following people that stood up when it really mattered. 

The Bosto 2024 Campaign  Team expressed our heartfelt gratitude to the following humans: Karam, Ron, Mary, Tami, Mel, Loretta, Andy, Britt, Kimi, Cass, Brother Jeff. and Lexi (USA).

To the Bosto 2024 team: Bosto and Karen, your unconditional love and care to Billie Gevaux, and relentless support throughout this campaign, enabling us to reach our Purpose defines your character, without your contribution this Purpose would not have been achieved. There is no greater gift in life than giving back to society the best you can.

Good people do good things and throughout this campaign you were selfless not selfish. 

What was achieved was a test of character, a test of wills and the lesson learnt was never, never, never give up because when you do that in life you take luck out of the equation and good things happen.

It went right down to the wire but we did it our way!

Throughout this journey we received a lot of encouragement, motivation and support from AFL Hall of Fame inductee David Parkin and former IBF Super Feather Weight World Boxing Champion Barry Michael. The learnings  Parko and Baz provided kept us grounded and focused on reaching the $50k mark.

We are grateful for their generosity and guidedance throughout this campaign.
 
The Bosto 2024 Campaign Team acknowledge Dementia Australia and in particular staff members: Caren, Kelly and Jasper and former staff member Jade, who we dealt with in 2024.

Thank you for your support and for providing this platform to honour the legacy of Billie Gevaux.

Billie Gevaux your immortal
words instilled in us to never, never, never give up was inspirational throughout the Bosto 2024 campaign. We have those words on display to inspire others.

Thank you Billie Gevaux. 

Your legacy will live on.

In conclusion one of the greatest learnings from the Bosto 2024 Campaign, was identifying the strongest factor in the human personality is the need to be consistent with how one defines themselves.

Do what you say, say what you do.

About Us:

The Bosto 2024 fundraising purpose is to honour the legacy of Billie Gevaux, a wonderful, caring and beautiful person who battled Alzheimer's Disease for nine years.

Billie instilled in us the importance of never, never, never giving up and giving back to society the best you can.

Mum, you will always be remembered as a person that made a difference and that is a wonderful attribute.

Bosto and I witnessed your brave battle and were with you right to the end. We can only hope we provided you with some comfort in your final hours.

Our hearts are broken without you in our world, we will carry on your good work of giving back to society the best you can.

Thank you for being you.

You were simply the best.

Bosto and I miss you more than words can express.

❤️ 



My Achievements

Received first donation

Added a profile photo

Reached fundraising target

Shared page on social media

Updated my page

Thank you to my Supporters

$40

Bosto

This is our final donation to the Bosto 2024 fundraising campaign. We are humbled that we surpassed our Purpose of $16,707.00 hitting $17,207.00 for an overall total of $50,501.00. Billie Gevaux we simply say thank you for all the learnings. There is no greater gift in life than giving back to society the best you can.

$21.10

Cass Partington

$58.02

Kim Murata

$150

Maries Family

Go Squad!

$105.50

Loretta Hero

Such an achievement!! Well done.

$105.50

Anonymous

$514

Karam Singh

$105.50

Tami Murata

$100

Bosto

Well done Bosto you have never, never, never given up on our purpose. The learnings from Billie Gevaux, in giving back to society the best you can, are a wonderful virtue. Target $50k, $600 to go time will tell. Keep up the good work.

$67

Bosto

This donation hits the $16k mark in 2024 in honour of Billie Gevaux. Well done Bosto.

$75

Ron & Mary Cahill

Our Billie lunches were full of good food, fun and laughter. Keep up the good work Bosto and Tony.

$100

Barry Michael

$58.02

Jeff Regan

$300

Bosto

Merry Christmas Billie Gevaux, my eyes are full of tears in writing this post but I know how proud you would be knowing Bosto, Tony and Karen, YOUR FAMILY, have continued your good work. This donation takes our progressive overall fundraising total to $49,000.00, we need to raise another $1000 to fulfil our purpose of $50,000.00. Time will tell. Fantastic job Bosto. Keep up the good work.

$200

Bosto

Billie Gevaux lived a virtuous life and chose virtue over fame. In fame, there is no virtue in virtue there is no fame. The learnings from Aristotle. Another step closer to our overall fundraising purpose. Progressive $48,700.00 Target $50,000.00. Time will time. Bosto, you are incredibly supportive and so unconditionally loyal. Good people give back to society the best they can, do what they say and say what they do and don't leave anybody behind. Thank you we are family.

$650

Bosto

Well done Bosto you have excelled in giving back to society the best you can. You are upholding the virtues of Billie Gevaux a wonderful person and I know Billie would be so proud that we have hit the $15k mark in fundraising for Dementia Australia in 2024. Our purpose of hitting the $50k milestone in overall fundraising is only $1500 away and we will do our utmost to achieve that figure and continue to honour the legacy of Billie Gevaux

$150

Bosto

Another step closer to reaching our overall fundraising purpose of $50K in honour of Billie Gevaux. Keep up the good work Bosto, and keep giving back, believing in what we do and hopefully, we'll find the remaining $2150 we need to reach our purpose.

$200

Bosto

Boston and the team spent time at Eastern Palliative Care this morning with Angela and Kirsty and appreciated their time they are great humans and do an incredible job. We discussed Billie Gevaux and her contribution to society. Afterwards Bosto, Tony and Karen organised a small fundraiser and as a result, another $200 was donated to the cause of honouring Billie Gevaux through fundraising for Dementia Australia. The Gevaux Murata Lau Bosto Group is now only $2300 short of our overall fundraising purpose of $50k. Thank you Angela and Kirsty for your kindness and inspiration.

$200

Bosto

Bosto thank you for providing another opportunity to honour Billie Gevaux. Another step closer to our overall fundraising purpose. Progressive total $47,500/$50,000.

$300

Bosto

Bosto, well-done champion. This donation takes our 2024 progressive fundraising total to $14K. 👏 On a personal note, we continue to honour the legacy of Billie Gevaux, as we continue her good work of giving back to society the best we can. Inch by inch we are closing in on our overall fundraising purpose of $50K. Keep up the good work.

$200

Bosto

In honour of Billie Gevaux, we are continuing your good work. Congrats Bosto on seeking out another donation. The Gevaux Murata Lau Bosto campaign has now hit $47K in overall fundraising.👏 $47K/$50K inch by inch we are doing whatever it takes. Keep up the good work.

$300

Bosto

Honouring Billie Gevaux, fantastic effort Bosto you are honouring what so many people fail to do, giving back to society the best you can. A step closer to our purpose. Keep up the good work.

$200

Bosto

Bosto, well-done champ you are a true believer in honouring Billie Gevaux a wonderful human who is deeply missed. A step closer to our purpose of $50,000 in overall fundraising for Dementia Australia.

$150

Bosto

Wow, with such a small crew the Bosto 2024/25 Team has hit the $13K fundraising mark for this year. Really proud of our efforts, hopefully, we'll reach our overall purpose of $50K in honour of Billie Gevaux, who we miss more than words can express. Thank you Bosto for being a truly loyal.

$50

Bosto

Well done Bosto for securing another donation towards our purpose. We miss you Billie Gevaux.

$48

Bosto

A small step towards our purpose. We miss you, Billie Gevaux.

$52.75

Lexi Spinks

$1,000

Bosto

In honour of Billie Gevaux. Your love will always be our guide. Bosto, you are guiding us towards our purpose and making the impossible possible. Thank you. $46k/$50k

$1,000

Bosto

In honour of Billie Gevaux. Billie, you are forever in our hearts. Bosto, what can I say you are amazing. $45k/$50k.

$1,000

Bosto

In honour of Billie Gevaux. You taught us about honour, respect and courage. We miss you and will honour your legacy. Bosto, you gave Billie great support and continue to assist us in our fundraising endeavours. Thank you.

$1,000

Bosto

In honour of Billie Gevaux. There are no goodbyes, wherever you be you will be in my heart. Bosto, you are incredible. Inch by inch we are edging towards our 2024 Purpose.Thank you. $43k / $50k.

$1,000

Bosto

In honour of Billie Gevaux. Your presence I miss your memory I treasure loving you always forgetting you never. Bosto, thank you for leading us on a walk closer to our 2024 fundraising purpose. $ 42k / $50k.

$1,000

Bosto

In honour of Billie Gevaux who fought a courageous battle against Alzheimer's disease. If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. Thank you Bosto for providing the opportunity to take us closer to our 2024 purpose. $41k / $ 50k.

$650

Bosto

Vale Billie Gevaux you fought a brave battle. We miss you. Thank you Bosto for continuing to create new fundraising opportunities for this important cause. Through our eyes, you are Australia's number 1 fundraising canine.

$1,000

Bosto

On 16.8.24 Billie Gevaux lost her 9-year battle with Alzheimer's Disease. My Mother was the most caring, thoughtful and beautiful person. Bosto and I miss Mum but we intend to honour her legacy through our fundraising efforts for Dementia Australia by giving back to society the best we can which was a value instilled in us through the wonderful Mum. Thank you, Mum.

$50

Rebecca Sheahan

$1,000

Bosto

Bosto, Within difficulty lies opportunity. Thank you Bosto for providing another wonderful opportunity to support this great cause. Gevaux Murata Lau Group keep up the good work.

$1.01k

Karen Murata Lau

The Gevaux Murata Lau Group are in awe of our mascot Bosto and believes he is Australia's champion fundraising, canine. Bosto opened another fundraising door, by being the unique English Staffordshire Terrier that he is, and as a result, we are another $1000 closer to reaching our fundraising Purpose of $50K. Bosto you are a Hero.

$650

Bosto

Bosto, Dementia Support Dog 24/7 - 365 Days Per Year. The Face of Gevaux Murata Lau Target $50 K Fundraising Campaign. Celebrity Dog. Making a Difference Dog. Commando Roll Dog. That's the Definition of an Everyday Hero. We appreciate you and thank you for opening the door for another donation towards this great cause.

$350

Bosto

When the opportunity presents itself, we take it. Bosto, you champion. Thank you.

$150

Bosto

Never Never Never Give Up.

$50

Rebecca Sheahan

$300

Bosto

Bosto, the face of the Gevaux Murata Lau Group 2024, has secured another donation and this particular generous support has taken our overall fundraising total to over $35,000. Thank you Bosto you are a hero in every sense of the word. 👏👌🏼🙏

$815

Bosto

Gevaux Murata Lau Group 2024: The Inches Promotion: Life is a game of inches. The inches we need are everywhere around us. On this team, we fight for that inch, cause we know when you add up all those inches we will reach our fundraising Purpose for 2024. Keep up the good work Karen, Wasabi, Coach Tony and Bosto. You are the true believers.

$105.50

Kim Murata

Go team!! Your efforts for Dementia awareness and research is helping many - we are starting to see breakthroughs in the research. Well done for all of your efforts 💜

$200

Rebecca Sheahan

$300

Bosto

Well done to the Gevaux Murata Lau Group on securing JL for a Q&A event in support of the Australian Dementia Research Foundation. 4 donations to attend. Bosto

$79.13

Anthea Hancocks

Looking forward to the event with Justin Langer. What a great initiative.