Mad Foundation Inc.
Giving Philosophy
MAD bridges the gap when government funding falls short by providing fast, accessible, and practical support for equipment and services that would otherwise remain inaccessible. The foundation operates on principles of being voluntary (no paid staff), effective (direct support), trusted (absolute governance integrity), inspiring (generosity and participation), and connecting (strong partner networks). Applications are only accepted through healthcare professionals, ensuring funding reaches families with genuine need through a trusted referral system.
Tips for Applicants
Applications can ONLY be submitted by healthcare professionals (not families directly) who are known to MAD or associated with endorsed institutions like Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, Monash Children's Hospital, VPRS, Very Special Kids, Yooralla, or special schools. Use the online MAD Application Portal to register, fill out the standardized form, upload required documents, and submit. MAD emphasizes swift approval processes and direct payment to suppliers/providers. Focus applications on equipment and services that fill gaps in government funding and will have immediate, practical impact on the child's quality of life, mobility, communication, or care.
Notable Grants
- Funding for wheelchairs, hoists and slings for children with cerebral palsy
- Therapeutic beds for children with complex medical needs
- Communication and voice output devices for non-verbal children
- Home seating systems and car seats for safe transport
- Rehabilitation sessions through VPRS and partner hospitals
- Second skin garments for therapeutic support
Financial History (7 years)
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Surplus |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $487K | $264K | $876K | $223K |
| 2022 | $143K | $180K | $701K | $-37,560 |
| 2021 | $223K | $74K | $690K | $149K |
| 2020 | $357K | $278K | $541K | $80K |
| 2019 | $351K | $288K | $461K | $62K |
| 2018 | $557K | $226K | $402K | $330K |
| 2017 | $244K | $235K | $86K | $10K |
Community Evidence
External EvidenceIdentity
- GS ID
- AU-ABN-53727271011
- ABN
- 53727271011
- Sector
- community
- Website
- www.madfoundation.com.au
- Financial Year
- 2023
Focus Areas
Board & Leadership (6)
- Christopher Steigerofficeholder
- Damian Tooheyofficeholder
- Michael Thornofficeholder
- Andrea Boalother
- David Francisother
- Elizabeth Priddlesecretary
Financials
- Revenue
- $487K
- Assets
- $876K
Method
- Match Confidence
- registry
- Cross-references
- 1 dataset
- Match Key
- ABN
- Relationships
- 13
Matched by Australian Business Number (ABN) — high confidence. This entity was found across multiple government datasets using the same ABN.
Data Sources
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View on JusticeHubLocation Intelligence
- Postcode
- 3166
- Locality
- HUGHESDALE
- Remoteness
- Major Cities of Australia
- SEIFA Disadvantage
- Decile 8/10
- LGA
- Monash
- SA2 Region
- Oakleigh - Huntingdale
- Entities in Area
- 286
Disability Market Context
NDIS LayerThis organisation shows disability-related delivery signals. The strategic question is whether it sits inside a resilient market, a thin market, or a captured market where large providers take most of the money and local alternatives are scarce.