First Cadogan Community Grant Recipients Announced
The Chelsea Theatre and Midaye, a local charity supporting migrant communities, have been awarded £15,000 from the recently launched Cadogan Community Grant Programme, a collaboration with the Kensington + Chelsea Foundation.
Last year, Cadogan, in partnership with the Kensington + Chelsea Foundation, launched the Community Grant Programme to support local not-for-profit initiatives that aim to enhance the environment, foster community spirit, promote health and wellbeing, and support the arts and culture in Chelsea. The Chelsea Theatre and Midaye are among the first to benefit.
The Chelsea Theatre will use the funding to enhance its Youth Theatre Holiday Programme, offering young people aged 7-15 the opportunity to develop theatre skills and gain invaluable experience in the arts. Meanwhile, Midaye will allocate its grant to support its Women’s Space programme, which provides a peer-led support network for 35 migrant women, offering a safe and welcoming environment for connection and empowerment.
Each of these organisations is committed to making a lasting, positive impact in Chelsea, with the funding from the Community Grant Programme helping them to reach more people and amplify their work.
The Community Grant Programme, launched by Cadogan in partnership with the Kensington + Chelsea Foundation, provides grants of £5,000 and £10,000 to not-for-profit organisations in the borough.
Hugh Seaborn, chief executive of Cadogan, said: “We have been part of the Chelsea community for centuries, and this new initiative further builds on our commitment to creating a thriving neighbourhood for generations to come. The Kensington + Chelsea Foundation has unparalleled knowledge of the issues affecting local people and grassroots charities. Working together allows us to make a bigger difference and reach those who need it most.”
This programme aligns with Cadogan’s broader strategy, Chelsea 2030, which aims to foster an environmentally and socially responsible community by 2030. Along with commitments to achieving net-zero emissions and improving air quality, the strategy includes significant investments in community development and wellbeing.
Victoria Steward Todd, director of the Kensington + Chelsea Foundation, said: “We are thrilled to be working with Cadogan to provide meaningful support to grassroots organisations making a real difference to the Chelsea community. We look forward to visiting the successful applicants to see their work in action and sharing their impact with Cadogan’s partners.”
The grant recipients were selected by an expert panel, including representatives from Cadogan, the Kensington + Chelsea Foundation, and local authorities. The panel reviewed a range of applications from local organisations demonstrating a clear understanding of the challenges facing residents and presenting innovative, impactful solutions.
For more information visit The Cadogan Community Grant Programme, email grants@thekandcfoundation.com or read Chelsea 2030 Report