CQS and 100 Women in Hedge Funds (100WHF) are funding a garden created to highlight the work of the national children’s charity WellChild.
The WellChild Garden at Chelsea aims to raise awareness of the important role gardens and outside spaces play in support to seriously ill children and young people.
It is funded by the multi strategy asset management firm CQS and 100 Women in Hedge Funds, a non-profit organisation for professionals in the alternative investments industry.
Michael Hintze, founder of CQS, says: “The dedication and commitment of WellChild’s staff is inspirational. I am delighted that through 100 Women in Hedge Funds we are able to support Olivia’s creation. This garden space enhances the 2014 Chelsea Flower Show and once transported to The Brook Special Primary School on Broadwaters will be enjoyed by so many children for years to come.”
A spokesperson from 100 Women in Hedge Funds says: “We are delighted to be working alongside CQS, to help fund such an important project. Philanthropic ventures are a core pillar of our organisation, and 100 Women in Hedge Funds is proud to engage with WellChild on such an inspiring move to support seriously ill children and young people.”
Created by Olivia Kirk, a previous Chelsea Flower Show Gold award winning designer, the garden will provide an enclosed central oasis representing the care and support families receive from the charity. From this space five paths representing the fingers on WellChild’s hand-shaped logo lead on a journey of exploration with raised beds, planted to appeal to all five senses, spilling into the central garden.
