Charity
The Chiswick Cheese Market was born out of twin concerns for the plight of UK cheesemakers and the state of the high street during the pandemic. As a group of local women volunteers, community has been at the forefront of our endeavour.
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£30,000
Raised for various causes to date
£8,070
Aid to Ukraine raised
2
Community Recognition Awards
£20K
donated to the Upper Room last year
9
grants for new cheesemakers with Academy of Cheese
3
Sponsorships with Academy of Cheese and Affineur of the Year
We have been proud to donate ???? to the Hammersmith based, Upper Room, a charity devoted to providing support to people experiencing homelessness, from meals, toiletries, clothing and bedding to support into employment.
In February 2023 the Chiswick Cheese Market hosted a Ukrainian Winter Appeal to highlight the ongoing crisis in Ukraine. A total of £8,070 was raised to support the vital work of the British-Ukrainian Aid and First Aid Ukraine charities (£690 was donated from market funds).
In recognition of the market’s contributions to the area, Jeremy Vine presented the Chiswick Cheese Market with a Community Recognition Award in 2023 on behalf of the Chiswick Calendar for helping to enrich the area and enhance the profile of Chiswick.
Chiswick Cheese Market Cheesemakers Grant
To help ensure the future health of the cheese industry, the Chiswick Cheese Market Grant, in association with the Academy of Cheese, is awarded annually to novice cheesemakers to gain Academy of Cheese certifications and cheesemaking experience to improve their knowledge, skills and career opportunities. Bespoke support and mentoring are provided for 12 months, as well as exposure at the Chiswick Cheese Market and to the Academy of Cheese’s global network.
