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Abigail is an 11-year-old girl living with Sanfilippo Syndrome. This rare genetic condition causes progressive loss of function over time. Her family recently moved to Australia from India. They [...]

We’re proud to release the MAD Foundation’s 2025 Annual Report, celebrating 25 years of practical support for children and young people living with disability and facing significant hardship. [...]

River is a 10-year-old boy living with Autism Level 3, ADHD and an intellectual disability. He lives with his mother Ann, who is his main support. Over the past 18 to 24 months, River has made [...]

In 2024, MAD helped fund a custom wig for a teenage student recovering from serious illness. Her illness caused significant hair loss. This made her anxious about returning to school and being [...]

Konphil is a student who benefits from a tailored learning environment that supports his unique developmental needs. In 2024, MAD supported Konphil with funding for custom orthoses to assist with [...]

Azad is a cheerful and curious six-year-old diagnosed with Angelman syndrome, a rare genetic condition that affects his mobility, communication, and overall development. He attends childcare [...]

Luke is a baby with a rare neurodevelopmental condition called PURA syndrome—a diagnosis associated with significant physical and developmental challenges. From birth, he required extended [...]

Maryam is a bright and resilient infant with Coffin-Siris syndrome. This rare genetic condition has caused complex medical needs. She has profound muscle weakness and cannot feed safely by mouth. [...]

In 2025, the MAD Ball becomes the MAD GALA — a milestone celebration of 25 years of Making A Difference. Held on Melbourne Cup Eve at the iconic Plaza Ballroom, the MAD GALA will bring together [...]