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Olio

Connecting neighbors and local shops so surplus food and other household items can be given away, rather than thrown away.

Tessa Clarke

Co-Founder & CEO at Olio

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olioapp.com

Employees 51–100

Headquarters United Kingdom

Olio is free app tackling the problem of waste by connecting people with their neighbours so they can give away rather than throw away their spare food and other household items. They also have over 100,000 food safety trained volunteers who collect unsold food from local businesses such as Tesco, Sainsburys, and Iceland and redistribute it to their community via the Olio app. Olio has over 9 million users.

Food & Water

Notable Achievements

Redistributed 140 million meals worth of food, and 16 million household items to date
Collecting surplus food from 8,500 business locations incl Tesco, Sainsburys and Asda
Raised over $50m from venture capital funds, impact funds & angels

Currently Operating in Three Regions

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Press Mentions

April 22, 2026

'Practical change': Top brands launch new UK Packaging Pact

OLIO, a leading food-sharing app, is making strides in combating food waste and promoting sustainability. By facilitating the distribution of surplus food, OLIO contributes positively to...

April 7, 2026

The war on waste has never been more urgent, or necessary

OLIO, a food-sharing app promoting sustainability, has emerged as a vital player in the fight against food waste. By connecting neighbors to share excess food, OLIO fosters community engagement and...

March 12, 2026

The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Refurbed founder Kilian Kaminski | EU-Startups

OLIO, a food-sharing app, plays a pivotal role in promoting sustainability by connecting users to share excess food, reducing waste. Recent discussions highlighted OLIO's growth and impact on...

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February 26, 2026

The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Enrico Giacomelli the Founder and Chairman of Namirial | EU-Startups

OLIO, a food-sharing app, exemplifies innovative solutions against food wastage, showcasing a commitment to sustainability. In the broader landscape of startups, including FoodForecast’s recent...

February 18, 2026

Why the language of ‘doing good’ must start with people

OLIO, a food-sharing app, fosters community through reducing waste and promoting sustainability. Its innovative approach connects individuals to share surplus food, reflecting a growing movement...

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February 12, 2026

The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Fridtjof Berge, Co-founder and Chief Business Officer at Antler | EU-Startups

OLIO, a food-sharing app, plays a vital role in promoting sustainability by connecting users to share surplus food. Through innovation and community engagement, OLIO significantly reduces food...

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