The scrunchie raises money for the 4EK Foundation, raising meningococcal awareness and supporting families impacted by the deadly bacteria infection.The foundation is the legacy of Emma-Kate McGrath, who died from meningococcal septicaemia strain W in 2017 in what was her first year of nursing studies.

Emma-Kate was a friendly face to Ms Godson in the halls at Loreto, where they were a year apart in their studies, and she was also a friend of Ms Godson's cousin.

Ms Godson said someone like Emma-Kate was always in your thoughts. In a time when there is so much focus on a global pandemic, Ms Godson said it was still important people be aware of other health issues.

Plus, Ms Godson hoped to add a pop of colour to people's lives in isolation. She took to social media on her business page, Glow by Ellie, and posted photos and video of her bright, rainbow eyes.

"This was a bit of colour and fun. I wanted to try and brighten someone's day," Ms Godson said. "I've got some good feedback (from the post). People have said a lot of good things and that makes you feel good as well."

WATCH BELOW: Ms Godson also posted a video, showing how she created the look.

She encouraged people to get behind 4EK, both checking out their merchandise - like the Kat Clegg Design scrunchies - and, importantly for more information about meningococcal.

There are 13 strains of meningococcal globally, with five strains mainly responsible for cases in Australia.

Young people are most likely to spread the bacterial disease to each other and everyone is urged to check with their doctors about the vaccination.

Trained pharmacists can give meningococcal ACWY vaccinations to teenagers aged 15 years or older under Victoria's stage three coronavirus lockdowns. The meningococcal ACWY vaccine is free to adolescents aged 15-19 in Victoria.

Meningococcal Australia recommends vaccination as best prevention, due to the wide-ranging symptoms and rapid progression of the disease.

Ballarat's 4EK Foundation has captured attention nationwide for increasing discussion on meningococcal awareness.

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