{"id":2662,"date":"2026-10-28T12:25:07","date_gmt":"2026-10-28T12:25:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/?p=2662"},"modified":"2026-10-28T12:25:08","modified_gmt":"2026-10-28T12:25:08","slug":"how-to-safely-donate-surplus-food-from-your-events","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/2026\/10\/28\/how-to-safely-donate-surplus-food-from-your-events\/","title":{"rendered":"How to safely donate surplus food from your events"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your event finishes with trays of untouched sandwiches, pastries, salads or hot dishes, you can donate them easily and safely the very same day. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.worlds-better.co.uk\/post\/olio-s-impactful-approach-to-food-waste-in-the-event-industry\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.worlds-better.co.uk\/post\/olio-s-impactful-approach-to-food-waste-in-the-event-industry\">Olio<\/a> connects your event team with food-safety-trained volunteers who collect surplus food and share it with local families, often within 30 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once food is handed to a volunteer, Olio takes primary responsibility for its safety. That means your team can say yes to donating without taking on extra risk or extra admin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below, we&#8217;ll walk you through how collections work, how cooked food stays safe, and why hundreds of events companies, hotels and caterers already use Olio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Olio collections work at events<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"Olio for Events\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BItbWtOUJhs?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Donating your event surplus with <a href=\"https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/2026\/02\/04\/why-outstanding-events-dont-have-to-be-wasteful\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Olio takes three steps<\/a>, and your team only handles the first two.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1\ufe0f\u20e3 Let us know there&#8217;s food to collect.<\/strong> With the press of a button on your dashboard, your team notifies an Olio volunteer when surplus is ready. We work around your schedule, and can even facilitate last-minute, one-off post-event collections<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2\ufe0f\u20e3 Package up your surplus food.<\/strong> Your team boxes up the food before your volunteer arrives, so the handover takes minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3\ufe0f\u20e3 Our volunteer collects and shares it.<\/strong> A local Food Waste Hero picks up the food at an arranged time, and redistributes it safely to families nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What food can you donate?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Olio volunteers can collect and share every type of surplus food from catering and events settings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Buffet and canap\u00e9 platters:<\/strong> sandwich platters, pastries, fruit and cheese boards<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Hot or chilled cooked dishes:<\/strong> pasta, curries, roast veg and anything else from the hot counter or serving trays<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Packaged and wrapped items:<\/strong> boxed lunches, sandwiches, wraps, cakes, crisps and cereal bars<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Drinks:<\/strong> juices, soft drinks, milk and bottled smoothies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Prep kitchen ingredients:<\/strong> any fresh produce, bread, dairy and dry goods that didn\u2019t get used<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We ask for a minimum of 5 items or portions per collection, so the trip is worthwhile for volunteers. There&#8217;s no maximum, and our national network of 100,000+ volunteers means we can rescue surplus from events of any size across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Olio keeps donated event food safe<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;re the experts in food safety, so you don&#8217;t have to be. Once food is handed to an Olio volunteer, Olio takes primary responsibility for its safety. We have created a specific HACCP so you know exactly what can and cannot be donated and how.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Here&#8217;s what&#8217;s in place:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Trained volunteers:<\/strong> every single Olio volunteer must complete food safety training, and they won&#8217;t take anything that doesn&#8217;t meet our guidelines<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Short, local journeys:<\/strong> we recruit volunteers who live nearby, so collection and redistribution times stay short<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Clear date rules:<\/strong> food past its Use By date is never shared on Olio<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Allergen information passed on:<\/strong> we make sure your allergen information is passed on to requesters for each listing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Assured advice:<\/strong> our food safety processes are backed by assured advice from our Primary Authority<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f A proven track record:<\/strong> we&#8217;ve shared over 166 million meals without a single confirmed serious food poisoning incident<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;We&#8217;ve got no concerns there&#8217;s any risk involved.&#8221;<\/em> <strong>Stuart Thomson, Cluster Executive Chef, Grand Central Hotel Glasgow and Kimpton Blythswood Square<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your chef or caterer wants the detail, we have a one-page food safety guide you can pass straight on to them, as well as a more detailed Events HACCP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What events organisers get from Olio<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Donating with Olio means your surplus food feeds local families, and you get impact numbers you can report on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Surplus food gets eaten:<\/strong> volunteers collect what\u2019s left over, like buffet platters and boxed lunches, and share it with people living nearby<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Collections that fit your schedule:<\/strong> one-off pick-ups after an event or regular collections, arranged around you<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Impact reporting:<\/strong> monthly reports showing weight of food saved, CO2e avoided, water saved and number of families helped<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Stronger tenders and bids:<\/strong> add your Olio partnership and impact data to tenders, giving clients clear evidence of your sustainability credentials when you\u2019re pitching for new business<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f A good story for your guests:<\/strong> let attendees know any surplus will be shared locally, giving them another reason to feel good about your event<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Brand visibility:<\/strong> your logo can feature in the Olio app in front of thousands of local users (or stay anonymous if you prefer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f A team that feels proud:<\/strong> staff hear heart-warming feedback from the people who enjoy your food<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u2714\ufe0f Less to throw away:<\/strong> food that\u2019s collected stays out of your bins, which can help bring down waste volumes and disposal costs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Trusted by events companies, venues and caterers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hundreds of events companies, hotels and caterers already donate their surplus with Olio.<\/p>\n\n\n<section class=\"quote wp-block alignwide\">\n    <div class=\"quote__inner\">\n        <div class=\"quote__inner-content\">\n            <div class=\"quote__top\">\n                \n                \n                                    <div class=\"quote__content\">\n                        A really nice way to solve two problems at once. The environmental impact is obvious, but the fact that the food is being enjoyed by people who might not otherwise afford a hot meal is incredibly powerful.                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"quote__bottom\">\n                <div class=\"quote__author\">\n                    <div class=\"quote__author-image\">\n                                                    <img width=\"768\" height=\"769\" src=\"https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/KM-768x769.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-medium_large size-medium_large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/KM-768x769.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/KM-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/KM-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/KM.jpeg 799w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>                                            <\/div>\n\n                                            <div class=\"quote__author-content\">\n                                <h4 class=\"quote__author-name\">Katie McNeill, Events Manager, BeaconHouse Events<\/h4>\n\n                            <div class=\"quote__author-role\">\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"quote__icon\">\n                <svg width=\"193\" height=\"138\" viewBox=\"0 0 193 138\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path d=\"M93.8809 0C35.0542 4.81394 0 40.5174 0 83.843C0 118.744 22.1607 138 45.9331 138C69.7056 138 89.046 118.744 89.046 95.0756C89.046 72.2093 70.9143 53.3546 48.3507 52.1512C56.4091 37.3081 73.3318 31.2907 93.8809 28.4826V0ZM193 0C134.173 4.81394 99.1189 40.5174 99.1189 83.843C99.1189 118.744 121.28 138 145.052 138C168.825 138 188.165 118.744 188.165 95.0756C188.165 72.2093 170.033 53.3546 147.47 52.1512C155.528 37.3081 172.451 31.2907 193 28.4826V0Z\" fill=\"#ECE7EE\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/div>\n        \n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section class=\"quote wp-block alignwide\">\n    <div class=\"quote__inner\">\n        <div class=\"quote__inner-content\">\n            <div class=\"quote__top\">\n                \n                \n                                    <div class=\"quote__content\">\n                        It&#8217;s meaningful to know that the food is going to people who can use it. The volunteers have been fantastic: friendly, professional, and passionate about what they do.                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"quote__bottom\">\n                <div class=\"quote__author\">\n                    <div class=\"quote__author-image\">\n                                                    <img width=\"768\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/DB-768x768.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-medium_large size-medium_large\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/DB-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/DB-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/DB-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/olioapp.com\/business\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/DB.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/>                                            <\/div>\n\n                                            <div class=\"quote__author-content\">\n                                <h4 class=\"quote__author-name\">Dobromir Barosov, General Catering Manager, Royal College of Surgeons of England<\/h4>\n\n                            <div class=\"quote__author-role\">\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"quote__icon\">\n                <svg width=\"193\" height=\"138\" viewBox=\"0 0 193 138\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n                    <path d=\"M93.8809 0C35.0542 4.81394 0 40.5174 0 83.843C0 118.744 22.1607 138 45.9331 138C69.7056 138 89.046 118.744 89.046 95.0756C89.046 72.2093 70.9143 53.3546 48.3507 52.1512C56.4091 37.3081 73.3318 31.2907 93.8809 28.4826V0ZM193 0C134.173 4.81394 99.1189 40.5174 99.1189 83.843C99.1189 118.744 121.28 138 145.052 138C168.825 138 188.165 118.744 188.165 95.0756C188.165 72.2093 170.033 53.3546 147.47 52.1512C155.528 37.3081 172.451 31.2907 193 28.4826V0Z\" fill=\"#ECE7EE\"\/>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/div>\n        \n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And for the people on the receiving end, it can make a real difference to their day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8220;Olio saved me once again. I Haven&#8217;t eaten in two days and now I&#8217;m sat here eating cottage pie.&#8221;<\/em> <strong>Olivia, Olio user<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Make your next event zero waste<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s safe, it&#8217;s simple, and it makes a difference to families near your venue. 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Olio&#8217;s trained volunteers collect surplus food from events, venues and catering teams across the UK and share it with local families. Cooked, chilled, loose and packaged food can all be donated if it has followed all food safety standards up to collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is it safe to donate cooked buffet food?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, when it&#8217;s kept within safe limits. Hot food must stay above 63\u00b0C and be redistributed within 1.5 hours of collection. Chilled cooked food must stay below 5\u00b0C and be redistributed within 24 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who&#8217;s responsible for food safety once the food leaves your venue?<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Olio is. 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