We’re a hands-on, no-frills,
compassionate bunch.

The MaraWay is a social enterprise in Cairns rolling up its sleeves to tackle the tough issues in our community.

But we’re doing it a little bit differently.

Here’s how

How do we fund this new approach?

We are driven by a social mission and are financially sustainable. We use innovative ways to generate revenue through the commercial market, our profits help fund our social objectives. Yes, we are also a not-for-profit organisation - but we like to say a profit-for-purpose.

Find out why

What does The MaraWay mean?

Mara means ‘hands’ in the Djabugay language.

You see, we lend a pragmatic hand  to help people help themselves.

We also believe it’s time to put the future of our community into local hands and get off the merry-go-round of good intentions and wasted resources.