Food trucks are serving limited-edition cheesy creations for one-day-only fundraising events as part of the nationwide Galloway Gathering Project. Customers are encouraged to donate to FareShare via QR codes at the trucks.
The campaign launched on Friday 25th July as Wanderers Kneaded Pizza, Wanderers Kneaded Street Food and Lazeez dished up a bespoke menu made with Galloway Cheddar at Innis & Gunn’s On The Mound site.
Kirsty Ford, head of fundraising at FareShare, said: “We are so grateful to everyone at Galloway Cheddar for supporting this campaign. The donations made to FareShare from this initiative will help us get good-to-eat food, which might otherwise go to waste, to people who need it.
“Every day, food from FareShare is redistributed to a network of charities including homelessness shelters, after school clubs, refuges, and older people’s lunch clubs. By donating to FareShare via the food trucks, supporters help power the redistribution of surplus food, supporting essential services that strengthen communities and improve lives. Thank you.”
Following previous years of success, this year’s ‘Galloway Gathering Project’, will see the equivalent of 90,000 meals donated to those in need.
Mark Morris, managing director at Wanderers Kneaded, added: “Since starting Wanderers Kneaded in 2018, it’s been amazing to see the way the people of Edinburgh gather around food and socialise.
“By doing something as simple as using Galloway Cheddar on our pizzas and burgers for the day, we’re able to turn that shared love of food into something meaningful – helping raise funds and awareness for those facing hunger and isolation in our communities.”
To donate to The Galloway Gathering Project, visit: https://www.justgiving.com/page/gallowaygatheringproject2025