Connecting neighbors and local shops so surplus food and other household items can be shared, rather than thrown away.
Notable Achievements
- Raised over $50m from venture capital funds, impact funds & angels
- Major clients include Tesco, Sainsburys and Asda
- Awarded a Momentum Award by the United Nations who highlighted Olio as a 'beacon' for the world
Currently Operating in Two Regions
Press Mentions
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...
Read on EU-Startups »February 5, 2026
The EU-Startups Podcast | Interview with Tessa Clarke, Co-founder and CEO of Olio
This week on the EU-Startups Podcast, we sit down with Tessa Clarke, Co-founder and CEO of Olio, a community-powered platform built to redistribute surplus food and household items at scale.
Read on EU-Startups »February 5, 2026
London-based risk management platform Bound secures €20.7 million to support EU regulatory approval and growth
OLIO, co-founded by Tessa Clarke, is a pioneering food-sharing platform addressing food waste by connecting neighbors to share surplus food. The company's innovative approach has garnered...
Read on EU-Startups »December 11, 2025
Chef To Business Owner To TV Personality: James Tanner’s Culinary Journey (xgnRj0alSKH)
OLIO, a food-sharing app, successfully connects users to reduce food waste by facilitating the sharing of surplus food. Through community engagement, OLIO promotes sustainability and fosters...
Read more »July 9, 2025
Top 10 Best Tech Startup Founders In UK 2025
The article features OLIO, a promising startup recognized for its innovative approach to reducing food waste. The company connects neighbors to share surplus food, fostering community engagement...
Read on NUBIA MAGAZINE! »July 2, 2025
Tessa Clark on Olio, Food Waste and Sharing Culture
OLIO, co-founded by Tessa Clark, addresses food waste by connecting neighbors to share surplus food. The platform empowers communities, fosters sustainability, and reduces waste. Recently, it...
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