Thanks for taking the time to visit Marlene & May Baking Co's JustGiving page.

We're an award-winning business specialising in Artisan baking mixes, sweet treats and gifts, packaged in recyclable & reusable glass jars and paper pouches, delivering all over the UK and beyond!

Our small family-run company is named after my Nanna May who passed in 2015 and my Grandma Marlene, who was diagnosed with Vascular Dementia in 2019. As the disease became more progressive, Grandma Marlene struggled more with everyday things she used to love and enjoy including gardening and baking. No longer able to quite remember which ingredients were which, or understanding how to work out the quantities, I began pre-weighing all the bits she'd need into food bags or bowls and setting up the kitchen ready for her. This allowed her to still have the freedom to add ingredients into the bowl and mix and whip up delicious treats, whilst having help on hand with what to do (although some of it was clearly pure instinct!).

They both taught me the love of baking (and making a mess!) and I wanted to be able to share that with the wider community. Dementia effects 1 in 3 people, and like many of you will know, can be heart-breaking for loved ones and oftentimes it can be a struggle.

Spending quality time with family, friends and loved ones is one of our core values, and we wanted to design products that not only taste great, but bring a smile to your face, and everyone else's. Our gifts are truly for all occasions and for everyone, no matter their skill or age. 

We've pledged to donate a portion of our proceeds to Alzheimer's Research UK, so that the vital work of finding a cure for all Dementia can be supported and realised.

If you're able to, we'd welcome your donation on our page, or alternatively, you can donate direct to the charity.

Thank you,

Amy, David & Lorraine.

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