FareShare North East are hosting a workshop with Jen Brown from Your Local Pantry, designed to showcase how they can support new and existing members on all aspects of setting up and maintaining a community food pantry.

You can book your place here.

When: Thursday 2nd July at 10am–12pm

Where: Unit 1A & 1B, Stephenson Court, Skippers Lane, Middlesbrough, TS6 6UT

What we will be exploring

• How community food pantries can move beyond emergency food aid, helping create lasting support
• Learn about the Your Local Pantry model and how it supports dignity, choice, affordability and community connection.
• Hear real-life examples of the impact pantries have on food insecurity, wellbeing and financial resilience.
• Discover how participation and lived experience can strengthen community projects and create lasting change.
• Find out about the support available through the Your Local Pantry Network, including a dedicated Development Coordinator, management software, training and practical resources.

For further information, please contact Alex, [email protected].

The Festival of Thrift brings together communities and creators to celebrate sustainable living in a way that’s fun and accessible. At its heart, the festival is about making the most of what we already have, something FareShare North East champions by redistributing surplus food across our region. The festival showcases creative ways to save money, reduce waste and live more sustainably, demonstrating how simple actions can make a real difference for people and the planet.

FareShare gets Thrifty!

In collaboration with Nourish Food School, we’ll be hosting hands-on workshops and showcasing tasty recipes made using surplus food – perfect inspiration for making the most of ingredients that might be lingering at the back of your cupboards. You will leave with easy recipe ideas you can try at home as well as trying some delicious healthy snacks to help boost your energy ready for more festival fun. (Under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult). Come along and get inspired.

Come and find us!

We will be there on both the 4th and 5th July. You can also find us at our stall where we will be showcasing all things surplus food, including tips on reducing food waste, how to become a Community Food Member, volunteering opportunities and much more.

Check out this short video on Instagram to find out more!

Volunteers’ Week is an annual UK-wide campaign held from the first Monday in June.

Celebrating Volunteers’ Week

Every year, Volunteer’s Week offers a moment for us to recognise the incredible people who give their time, energy, and compassion to support communities across our region. At FareShare North East, this week is more than a celebration. It’s a heart felt tribute to the volunteers who make it possible to reduce food waste and get it to those who need it most in our communities.

Each volunteer plays a key role in helping us save good food. Whether it’s sorting and packing orders in the warehouse, driving our delivery vans, or helping with office admin, their contributions make a real difference. Without them, we could not do what we do!

Making an Impact Together

During Volunteers’ Week, we celebrate the stories, dedication, and impact of our volunteer team. Their efforts enable us to support hundreds of charities, including food banks and community kitchens, reaching thousands of people every week.

Our volunteers bring more than just their time. They bring enthusiasm, invaluable skills, and a shared commitment to our mission. Volunteering also provides opportunities for new friendships, increased confidence, and a sense of purpose.

By bringing people together from all walks of life, FareShare North East creates a supportive and inclusive environment, building connections that go far beyond the warehouse.

A Thank You That Lasts All Year

While Volunteers’ Week is a special time to say thank you, our appreciation continues all year round. Every shift, every contribution, and every act of kindness does not go unnoticed.

To all our volunteers, thank you! Your dedication drives the impact that we make together.

Join the team!

If you’ve ever thought about volunteering, there’s never been a better time to get involved. Whether you can spare a few hours a week or want to support in other ways, you can be part of something meaningful.

This Volunteers’ Week, join us in celebrating the power of people coming together. Consider becoming part of the FareShare North East family!

The Tees Heritage Walk, organised by the Middlesbrough Erimus Rotary Club, is a fantastic opportunity to raise money for a charity of your choice while taking on a rewarding challenge.

On Sunday 17th May, a dedicated team of FareShare North East staff and volunteers will be stepping up to take on the 11-mile walk along the banks of the River Tees. Every mile they walk will help fuel our mission to rescue good food and ensure it reaches people and communities who need it most.

Supporting Our Work

By taking part, our team is helping to raise vital funds that enable us to continue redistributing surplus food across Middlesbrough and the wider North East – turning potential waste into valuable support for local charities and community groups.

Fundraising Target

If you’re able to, please consider supporting the team by making a donation. Every contribution helps us rescue more good food and get it to those who need it most.

Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/fsneteeswalk2026

Thank you for your support, and good luck to everyone taking part!

Join Team Ripple Effect as they tackle the Coventry Building Society Great North Swim for FareShare North East! A team of our very own staff are taking on the challenge this June.

12- 14 June 2026 Lake Windermere, Lake District

The 1 mile distance is suitable for swimmers of all abilities. You will swim the equivalent of 64 lengths of a 25m pool and the average time to complete this distance is 40 minutes. Choose a leisurely breaststroke while taking in the scenery or kick into crawl for a faster time. You must be 16 years or above to enter this event.

Team Ripple Effect are swimming in the 1pm wave on Saturday 13th June. It’s not too late to join them, or, you can pop down to cheer them on!

You can support the team by donating here, with all proceeds helping us in our mission to save food from going to waste and supporting communities across the North East.

Why swim for us?

Every year, thousands of tonnes of good food go to waste – food that could be enjoyed by people and communities across the North East.

By swimming with us, you’ll help:

• Save good food from going to waste
• Support charities and community groups across the region
• Reduce the environmental impact of food waste

Your strokes won’t just get you to the shore – they’ll help keep good food moving where it’s needed most.

What you’ll get

• A guaranteed place in the 1 mile Great North Swim
• An optional behind-the-scenes depot visit to see how surplus food is sorted and shared across the region
• A post-race meet-up with Team FareShare, including a group photo to celebrate your achievement
• A “fuelled by FareShare” food moment after the race – a chance to refuel and experience the kind of good food you’re helping save and share
• Support from our team to help you reach your fundraising target

What we ask from you

• A registration fee of £20
• A commitment to raise £250

Every pound raised helps us rescue more good food and get it to where it’s needed most.

Limited places available

We have just 10 charity places, so we encourage you to apply early.

Prefer pavements to water? Our Great North Run places are now open!

How to Enter

To register your interest, complete the short form on this page and a member of our team will be in touch.

We are proud to say that our charity places for the Great North Run are now full!

If you are running the Great North Run this year through the ballot and would still like to support us, feel free to get in touch. Drop us an email: [email protected]

Thank you for your support!

Turn your miles into meals (and make a real difference along the way)

Take on the iconic Great North Run this September and join Team FareShare North East – helping to rescue good food, reduce waste, and support communities across our region.

With just 15 charity places available, this is your chance to be part of something practical, positive, and full of impact.

Why run for FareShare North East?

Every year, thousands of tonnes of good food go to waste – food that could be enjoyed by people and communities across the North East.

By running with us, you’ll help:

• Save good food from going to waste
• Support charities and community groups across the region
• Reduce the environmental impact of food waste

Your miles won’t just get you to the finish line – they’ll help keep good food moving where it’s needed most.

What you’ll get as part of Team FareShare

As part of Team FareShare North East, you’ll be joining a charity that takes a practical, hands-on approach to making a difference – and your experience will reflect that.

You’ll receive:

• A FareShare North East running vest to wear with pride on race day
• An optional behind-the-scenes depot visit to see how surplus food is sorted and shared across the region
• A post-race meet-up with Team FareShare, including a group photo to celebrate your achievement
• A simple “fuelled by FareShare” food moment after the race – a chance to refuel and experience the kind of good food you’re helping save and share
• Ongoing support, encouragement, and fundraising guidance from our team
• Real stories and updates showing the impact you’re making for communities and the environment

What we ask from you

• A registration fee of £40
• A commitment to raise £350

How it works

1. Register your interest using the form on this page
2. We’ll review applications and offer places
3. If successful, you’ll confirm your place and complete registration
4. We’ll register you with the Great North Run
5. You’ll receive an email to complete your official race entry
6. You start fundraising – and we’ll support you all the way

Limited places available

We have just 15 charity places, so we encourage you to apply early.

Not a runner? Take the plunge with our Great North Swim places!