Aramark UK, a leading foodservice and hospitality provider, has formed a three-year strategic partnership with The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation, the UK’s dedicated food allergy charity, in support of its mission to #MakeAllergyHistory.
Helen Milligan-Smith, President & CEO of Aramark UK, says: “We are delighted to be partnering with Natasha’s Allergy Research Foundation. At Aramark, we place the utmost importance on allergen awareness and food safety. We’re committed to supporting this critical cause to contribute to a future where everyone can enjoy meals with confidence and peace of mind.”
Founded in 2019 by Tanya and Nadim Ednan-Laperouse, The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation was established in memory of their daughter, Natasha, who tragically passed away at the age of 15 after a severe allergic reaction to sesame.
The charity’s mission is to #MakeAllergyHistory, with a particular focus on food allergies, by advancing campaigning, education, and research. Its goal is to improve the lives of the millions of people in the UK affected by food allergies. In recognition of their efforts, both Tanya and Nadim Ednan-Laperouse have been awarded OBEs for their work in the field of food allergy awareness.
The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation is the only UK allergy charity solely dedicated to medical research. Its mission is to uncover the causes behind the sharp rise in allergic diseases and to develop effective strategies to prevent, treat, and ultimately eradicate them—working towards a world where everyone can live safely and confidently.
Tanya Ednan-Laperouse, OBE, says: “The unprecedented rise in allergic disease over the last 30 years means there has never been a more important time to understand what is fueling the global allergy epidemic. So many people today are living with a food allergy, including 1 in 13 school children. We are delighted that Aramark UK is joining us in our mission to #MakeAllergyHistory. Its support is funding the important work we are doing to raise awareness of food allergies and carry out new scientific research.”