Our Story
We understand the challenges of dealing with chronic eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis. We also understand the challenges of living with other atopic or allergic conditions. Therefore, Eczema Support Australia aims to provide support to Australians who are significantly impacted by these conditions.
Eczema SUPPORT Australia was inspired by a family with twin boys who have severe allergies and eczema. Thanks to the initiative and drive of a friend, this family finally received wonderful community support, which has made all the difference. All families and individuals dealing with these chronic conditions deserve our community support.

Our Vision/Mission
Australians, living with eczema, overcome difficulties and thrive in their community through connection, support and understanding.
Eczema SUPPORT Australia Ltd is developing support network established and managed by volunteers. Originally named Hands to Hold, Eczema Support Australia Ltd is registered as a Public Benevolent Institution and is an Australian registered charity and endorsed as a deductible gift recipient (DGR).
Our Team
Management Team
Melanie Funk
Managing Director
Scott Campbell
Company Secretary / Non Executive Director / CFO
Scott is a CPA and Company Director who has over 30 years experience in multi national service related businesses. Scott is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and currently sits on the Board for two investment companies.
Lisa Knight
Senior Social Worker
Lisa is a Social Worker with extensive professional experience.She has also worked through recent years of managing allergies, food intolerances and health issues in her own growing family.
Marion Andersson
Development Officer
Marion is a Business Development Manager for a Global Education Publishing organization. Marion founded a community cause called ‘Two Little Boys to Avene’ in order to assist a close friend. As a result of this experience, Marion was inspired to support the wider community through Eczema Support Australia.
Anne Meehan
Medical Liaison
Anne a Registered Nurse with a professional development certificate in Allergy & Anaphylaxis. Along with a lifetime of nursing experience, Anne is a hands on grandparent of twin boys with extensive allergies and eczema.
Ingrid Singleton
Executive Assistant
Ingrid’s professional background includes supporting University researchers to deliver their projects by assisting with all types of administration. She is currently fully employed looking after her 3 adorable daughters, but hopes to rejoin the workforce some day. In the meantime she is volunteering her skills to assist Eczema Support Australia deliver real and practical support, connection and understanding.
Consultation Committee
Our Consultation Committee is comprised of several members, medical advisors and other professionals who are dedicated to assisting Eczema Support Australia.
Project Volunteers
As a volunteer based organisation, we have several individuals and organisations contributing to the practical support projects. If you would like to join this volunteer team, please contact us.