
Over 2 million tonnes of perfectly good to eat food goes to waste by the food industry every year – whilst at the same time, 8.4 million people struggle to access good, nutritious food. We know that surplus food distribution isn’t a silver bullet answer to food poverty – but what people should know is that whilst 8 million UK citizens go hungry every year, food equivalent to at least 1.3bn meals is thrown away before it even gets to homes or schools
That food, if handled as we handle food that is sold, would provide the equivalent of 162 meals per year to all 8 million people currently trapped in food insecurity. FareShare provides food to 11,000 charities and community groups in all four nations across the UK – including school breakfast clubs, community centres, homeless shelters and food banks
We provide the equivalent of 2 million meals a week for people who might not otherwise eat
Two thirds of people accessing FareShare food are children and families
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How you can help
Volunteer with Us
Join FareShare and help fight food waste! We offer roles in warehouses, driving, customer service, and office support.
Support a Food Collection
Twice a year, Tesco hosts food collections – volunteer, donate, or spread the word. Check our website for upcoming events.
Share Your Skills
Offer pro-bono services in strategy, HR, marketing, legal, or media. Companies can help by providing free training or consultancy.
Donate Office Space
Have unused office space? We need meeting rooms for events, donor support, and workshops.
Give Surplus Food
Food businesses with excess food can partner with us to reduce waste and help those in need.
Fundraise for FareShare
From marathons to bake sales, fundraisers help provide meals to vulnerable people.
Partner with Us
Join as a corporate or brand partner to support FareShare while meeting CSR goals.
Contact: corporate.fundraising@fareshare.org.uk