About Us

At MMAD! we use the power of music to bring people together, support musicians and venues, celebrate musical diversity, and raise contributions for local charities.

Music Makes a Difference! was founded by Bill Zorr in early 2017.  Bill was working regularly at a homeless shelter and supporting other organizations like Big Brothers/Big Sisters, but felt he could do more. Bill loves music and noticed how people of different backgrounds enjoyed musical events together, so it dawned on him to combine his passion for music with his passion for charitable causes and Music Makes a Difference! was born.

Music Makes a Difference! is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, staffed with volunteers, dedicated to supporting musicians with paid performances in venues around Madison and the surrounding area. Music Makes a Difference! then donates contributions it receives to local charitable organizations.

To date, MMAD! has accomplished the following:

Over 30 events at 15 different venues

Over $70,000 paid to musicians

Over $50,000 given to local charities

See our  2019 “Breaking into the biz” article in the Isthmus Here

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