m.a.d business

m.a.d.woman specialises in campaigns to improve our world. Our core business is in corporate social responsibility, public relations, communication, cause-related marketing, events, workshops and strategic philanthropic advice.

Set up by Melina Schamroth in 2001, m.a.d.woman was established to encourage, inspire and enable people to make a positive difference within the community.

In keeping with this philosophy, we are choosing to work with clients who share our vision - to show by example that it is possible to achieve business success while contributing to the communities we do business in, and beyond.

We also put our money where our mouths are - in addition to our pro bono projects, we also have the m.a.d.woman fund, a charitable sub-fund of the Melbourne Community Foundation. Money raised for the fund goes to supporting people and communities in need.

 



   

How to make a difference.

Inspire yourself, your staff, your clients and loved ones with a m.a.d. mini book. 

Written by former journalist and m.a.d.woman founder Melina Schamroth, How to be m.a.d (making a difference) and m.a.d. (making a difference) in a green way are available for $10 each through this website.

These books are filled with dozens of clever, practical and creative ideas to help you better contribute to your community and the environment.

Inside m.a.d. book Printed on recycled paper using soy ink and a waterless process, half the profits go to support social and environmental programs through the m.a.d.woman foundation.

Click here for more information and to BUY NOW!

Critters with a Cause

While most of us are afraid of finding something creepy crawly in our homes, the creatures of the Critter Collection are the type of critters you'll want to invite into your room. 

Not only will these Australian designed and made Critters  brighten rooms but part-proceeds of sales of these colourful characters will go toward funding special pictorial-based education programs to help give autistic kids a voice (through a special fund within the m.a.d.woman foundation). Click here to Buy Now.

The Critter Collection by Li'l El is designed by Melbourne mother Ellen Naismith whose five-year-old daughter Jessica has autism. You can read more about Jessie's story here.

Register to be m.a.d!

We would love to know more about the people who want to be m.a.d. (making a difference!).

Register with m.a.d.woman so that we can keep you updated with news, special events and ways in which you can make a difference, whether you are a business or an individual.

Rewrite your Relationships event

Here's an opportunity for Syndeysiders to improve business and personal relationships, meet new people - and raise funds for a Midwife on a Motorbike in Timor Leste! 

The event is at 6pm for 6.30pm on Tuesday 24 June 2008 in Pyrmont. Guest speaker is motivational psychologist and former Telstra Businesswoman of the Year - Westpac Business Owner award winner and author Eve Ash.

Tickets must be pre-purchased for this event  They are $69 with part-proceeds going to support this vital sexual and reproductive health initiative. Includes beer, wine and canapes. Limited numbers. 

Click on this PayPal button to buy your ticket.  



Contact us

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Single Volunteers - singles events

We already know that every single volunteer can make a difference. We also know that in this day and age it can sometimes be hard to meet like-minded people without going to bars or going online.

With that in mind, m.a.d.woman created the Single Volunteers program and we are planning some exciting new events where every SINGLE volunteer can make a difference, have an opportunity to meet new people - and maybe find something more!

Click here for more information and to register for Single Volunteers singles events (in any part of Australia).

Do you need our help?    

Do you regularly receive requests for money and goods from charitable and community organisations? Do you want to make a difference in the community but are not sure how?

m.a.d.woman is in the business of making a difference. We provide strategic advice for businesses of all sizes and industries, offering tailored solutions which can improve staff morale, enhance supplier relationships and boost media and community profiles, leading to a bigger bottom line.

The m.a.d.woman team specialises in helping organisations put back into the community while reaping rewards for their own business.

To arrange to discuss a tailored solution for your business or to find out how you can make a difference, please click here to contact us.


Help save our planet!

When it comes to looking after our environment and saving the planet, we say rubbish - waste management , that is!

Each year about 40 per cent of landfill could be managed in people's backyards! Use the  patented Earthmaker to turn your kitchen and garden scraps into organic waste - it's great for the garden and good for the planet!

 

Earthmaker is now available in Australia - exclusively online. Check out more at www.earthmaker.com.au

m.a.d.woman foundation

The m.a.d.woman foundation has been established to make a difference to a variety of social and environmental causes. We have registered as a deductible gift recipient (which means you can get a tax deduction for donations of $2 or more) and are just awaiting confirmation from the Tax Office. We'll let you know as soon as we have that so you can help us to make a difference!

Join us at MySpace!

www.myspace.com/madwomanworld

 

m.a.d and proud

After nine years on dialysis waiting for a kidney replacement, Melbourne woman Anita Narduzzo set up her own fundraising group to enhance the comfort levels of other dialysis patients. Her efforts to date have raised more than $150,000.



Are you our perfect match?

Could you be the right match for us? m.a.d.woman won't jump into partnership with just anyone - like any good relationship, we're looking for a great fit!