The Worshipful Company of Distillers’ online charity auction raised over £60000, with all proceeds going to The Drinks Trust's Your Round appeal to support those in the drinks industry facing severe hardship as a result of COVID-19. The Drinks Trust has experienced a huge increase in demand for its services, with many individuals from the industry now in desperate need. All lots in this charity auction were donated by the members of the Distillers’ Livery Company.
The Drinks Trust (Registered in England and Wales, charity number 1023376)
The Drinks Trust is the community organisation for the drinks industry, offering support and services to help its community thrive, to upskill, to broaden their knowledge, to network and to learn from one another. It will also be there to support them in challenging times, with wellbeing and financial assistance.
The Distillers’ Charity (Registered in England and Wales, charity number 1038763)
Charitable giving lies at the heart of The Worshipful Company of Distillers' purpose. The Distillers’ Charity was established in 1955. Its vision is to make a difference to young people by improving alcohol education, training and vocational opportunities and working with other Livery-related charitable causes, including within the drinks trade.