Forget Me Not - Geelong

15/09/2025

We are so proud to have raised over $120,000 for research over 2 events in 1 year apart. Something that is desperately needed with Dementia now the leading cause of death in Australia.

Thank you to Barwon Health Foundation and Geelong Advertiser for the article 🙏💕

As dementia touches more than 433,000 Australians today, and is set to nearly double within 25 years, the Forget Me Not - Geelong Committee is taking action. Born from friendship and sorrow, this group has already raised over $120,000 for dementia research. This Dementia Action Week, we share their story and their dream: to one day find a cure ❤

Read more in our latest Legacy Series article here: https://www.barwonhealthfoundation.org.au/blog/joining-the-fight-against-dementia

*please note, following our article submission to the Geelong Advertiser, new data has been released from AIHW Dementia in Australia, Summary - Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. This article has been updated to refelct the new data.
AIHW also states "The exact number of people with dementia in Australia (the ‘prevalence’) is currently not known. Estimates vary because there is no single authoritative data source for deriving dementia prevalence in Australia and different approaches are used to generate estimates"

02/09/2025

A night to remember.

On Saturday, we gathered for an evening of love, legacy and letting loose - all in support of dementia research here in Geelong.

The Romeo + Juliet-inspired Forget Me Not Ball was filled with music, art, cocktails and community.

Watch the magic unfold for yourself.

100% of proceeds support local dementia research with Barwon Health Foundation.

Thank you to everyone who danced, donated, dressed up and made it unforgettable.

We gratefully recognise our Platinum Partner

and our Silver Partners Wilsons Real Estate Geelong Dwyer Legal Warrnambool DXD Agency
Australian Multicultural Community Services
Nurse Next Door 1915 ReCreate Australiaai

and our Community Partners including PW Strategy, HBR Group Aesthetics Geelong bay 93.9 Geelong StraightUp Cocktails McDonald's Belmont

An unforgettable night of love, legacy and letting loose - all for dementia research. On August 30, 2025, the Forget Me Not Ball returned to Geelong's 1915…

01/09/2025

Spotlighting some of our insane auction items!

Breakfast with Mill and Nic in the morning.

You experience includes:
Light breakfast with Mill and Nic
Station Tour
Coffee

Auction closes 7th Sept at 5pm

All proceeds go directly to the Forget Me Not Fund for dementia research, win win! Get bidding!

https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/123132/auctions/185348/auction_items/6329307

01/09/2025

Spotlighting some of our insane auction items!

Friday Night Comedy at The Nash

A night of fun for up to 20-guests at the O’Kane Family – National Hotel. This unique prize includes:
• 1 x Drink on arrival & Canapés for up to 20-guests on the rooftop, followed by 20 tickets to our Friday night Comedy Show featuring some of Australia’s funniest Comedians.
Value: $1,200.00

All proceeds go directly to the Forget Me Not Fund for dementia research, win win! Get bidding!

https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/123132/auctions/185348/auction_items/6327473

01/09/2025

Spotlighting some of our insane auction items!

We are very excited to have these concert tickets up for grabs!

Lenny Kravitz
Justice
LeAnn Rimes
Guy Sebastian

Auction closes 7th Sept at 5pm

All proceeds go directly to the Forget Me Not Fund for dementia research, win win! Get bidding!

https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/123132/auctions/185348

01/09/2025

Spotlighting some of our insane auction items!

For all the Carlton fans out there, don't miss out on this 2025 signed Carlton Guernsey.

Value: Priceless

Auction closes 7th Sept at 5pm

All proceeds go directly to the Forget Me Not Fund for dementia research, win win! Get bidding!

https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/123132/auctions/185348/auction_items/6346877

29/08/2025

Ticket sales close at 5pm today!

25/08/2025

💬 ASK US ANYTHING!
What do you want to know about the Forget Me Not ball 2025?
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Drop your questions below - we’ll spill the details. 👇

24/08/2025

Yep that’s right. After selling out on Saturday, we have released our FINAL ticket allocation - available now via the link in bio.

DM and tag your friends who are yet to secure their ticket. Or, if you’re on the fence, consider this your sign to seal the deal!

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22/08/2025

🔥✨ 1 WEEK TO GO! ✨🔥

The countdown is on - in just 7 days we’ll be raising our glasses, hitting the dance floor, and throwing the most unforgettable cocktail party in Geelong.

Have you:
✔️ Got your ticket?
✔️ Planned your outfit?
✔️ Booked the babysitter?

This is your final call - don’t miss it. 🎟 Link in bio!

16/08/2025

Introducing Our Community Partners - the valiant hearts standing in the wings.

In fair Geelong, where we lay our scene,
Ten valiant hearts stand behind the curtain,
Moved by cause, bound by love, they give so freely
That Forget-Me-Not’s story might unfold in all its splendour.

Three cheers for:


Catherine Gray



HBR Group
McDonalds Belmont
Straight Up Cocktails


Each have stepped forward with generosity, bound by personal connection to our cause or steadfast support for our committee. They may not be in the spotlight tonight, but their presence powers every detail of our event.

We are deeply grateful to these individuals and businesses - and the extraordinary souls who drive them - for helping turn our vision into reality.

True community heroes, we invite you to recognise their selfless contribution and continue supporting their endeavours long after the curtain falls on this year’s Ball.