FareShare Yorkshire CEO Nominated for Yorkshire Leadership Awards

We are proud to announce that Jonathan Williams, Chief Executive Officer of FareShare Yorkshire, has been nominated for the Yorkshire Leadership Awards in the category of Public and Third Sector Leader.

Since joining FareShare Yorkshire in 2017, Jonathan has led the charity through a period of transformative growth. Under his leadership, we have expanded food redistribution, strengthened partnerships with donors, funders, and local authorities, and delivered millions of meals to those in need. Jonathan oversees every aspect of the organisation, from strategy and finance to frontline operations, while fostering a culture of openness and collaboration.

His hands-on leadership and strategic vision have enabled FareShare Yorkshire to support hundreds of charities and secure long-term sustainability, making him an indispensable leader in the fight against food insecurity. Jonathan embodies compassion, integrity, and excellence, and his unwavering commitment to our mission has touched thousands of lives and built a stronger, more resilient community.

The winners of the Yorkshire Leadership Awards will be announced on March 12th, 2026, and we couldn’t be prouder to see Jonathan recognised for his incredible contribution to the sector.

Stay tuned for updates and join us in wishing Jonathan the very best of luck!

270,000 tonnes of perfectly edible food gets wasted by the food industry each year.

That’s enough for nearly 650,000,000 meals

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