Discover how a simple act of kindness grew into Mary’s Meals, a global movement feeding millions of children every school day. In this episode of the Philanthropy Impact Podcast, Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow OBE shares lessons on generosity, resilience, and reimagining philanthropy for lasting impact.

Join us for a conversation with Ross Piper, the new CEO of The Fred Hollows Foundation, as he shares insights from his journey across corporate finance, humanitarian leadership, and impact investing. In this episode, Ross reflects on leading a global eye health charity into its next phase of growth, the role of innovation and partnerships in creating lasting impact, and how philanthropy can drive meaningful change in global development.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Kristopher Gibbon-Walsh, CEO of FareShare, the UK’s largest charity fighting hunger and food waste. Kristopher shares his journey into social impact and what led him to champion the cause of food redistribution. We explore FareShare’s mission, the scale of its national operations, and how the organisation tackles the dual challenge of food poverty and food waste.

From powerful partnerships with businesses and government to real-life stories of impact, Kristopher offers an inside look at the logistics, challenges, and opportunities shaping FareShare’s work—especially in the face of a growing cost-of-living crisis. He also reflects on the role of philanthropy in driving systemic change and offers practical advice for those looking to make a difference. Whether you're a donor, wealth advisor, or simply curious about social impact, this episode is packed with insights on how to take action and support a fairer, more sustainable food system.

For more information please visit: www.fareshare.org.uk

Or contact: stephen.walker@fareshare.org.uk