The Worshipful Company of Butchers presents £60,000 to major Scottish charity
Funding support totalling £60,000 over the next three years has been presented by the Worshipful Company of Butchers (WCB) to Aberlour Children’s Charity, one of Scotland’s largest charities, which is committed to building brighter lives for children and young people.
The presentation, marking the first time WCB has allocated one of its main charity donations to a Scottish organisation, was made by WCB Master, Gwyn Howells, during a burger-making launch event in Glasgow.
“Liverymen of the Worshipful Company of Butchers throughout Great Britain are pleased and very proud to contribute donated funds, expertise and a great deal of enthusiasm to Aberlour to help meet the charity’s commitment in support of children and young people,” said Gwyn Howells.
(l-r) Alistair Donaldson, WCB; Scott Walker, SAMW; Madison Napier, Young Person supported by Aberlour Youthpoint Glasgow (AYG); Justina Murray, Aberlour Chief Executive; Daniel Lewis, Young Person AYG; Gwyn Howells, Master of the Worshipful Company of Butchers; and Kayleb McNeill, Young Person AYG; and Isla Roebuck, Dunbia.
The Master joined a group of four young people from Aberlour in a burger-making workshop run by Gordon Newlands, Brands Development Manager at Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).
It’s planned that many further opportunities will be created over the coming three years for young people from Aberlour to take part in food, meat, and farming experiences, enabled by WCB’s funding and carried through with the practical support of meat sector leaders in Scotland.
“We are delighted to be chosen as the charity partner of the prestigious Worshipful Company of Butchers for the next three years,” said Aberlour’s Chief Executive, Justina Murray. “Our young people will, as a result, have wonderful opportunities to participate in a diverse range of activities including those related to the food and farming sectors.
“Thank you so very much to everyone involved for your generous contribution, it is very much appreciated.”
The Scottish-based team behind the planning and preparation for WCB’s funding pledge was headed by Isla Roebuck of Dunbia. Strong support was also given by Alistair Donaldson, WCB; Iain Brown, Campbells Prime Meat; Christian Nissen, Highland Game; Alan Craig, Cosmo Pizza; Lucy Husband, Husband Business Consultancy; Amanda Buitelaar, WCB; Rory Duff, WCB; Alan Stevenson, WCB; Gordon Newlands, WCB; Dan Gilmore, WCB; Sarah Millar, CEO QMS; Scott Walker, Executive Manager SAMW; Gordon King, Scottish Craft Butchers; and Glasgow Fleshers.
About Aberlour
Aberlour is one of the largest Scottish children’s charities, helping to build brighter lives for Scotland’s children and young people. At Aberlour we know that not all children are born with an equal chance. Together, we will be brave for children, young people and families and will overcome poverty, disadvantage and discrimination.
Aberlour’s mission is to reach Scotland’s disadvantaged children as early as possible to stop damage being done, before families reach crisis point, before it’s too late. Taking action quickly, significantly improves long-term outcomes for children and young people.
Visit – www.aberlour.org.uk – for more information.
About the Worshipful Company of Butchers
The Worshipful Company of Butchers is one of the oldest of the 114 City of London Livery Companies – tracing its roots all the way back to 975 AD.
The Company, and its home at Butchers’ Hall in Smithfield, is at the heart of the British meat industry. Membership unites individuals from all sectors of the industry and beyond, who, together, embrace and seek to enhance the Company’s commitment to Charity, Education and Fellowship.
Visit – www.butchershall.com – for more information.