EVERY DOLLAR. EVERY DESCISION. EVERY DETAIL.
At Alex Makes Meals, transparency isn't just policy - it's our promise. From boardroom decisions to kitchen operations, from donation tracking to impact measurement, we believe you have the right to see exactly how we operate and where your support goes.
GOVERNANCE TRANSPARENCY: A BEACON OF TRUST AND ACCOUNTABILITY
Professional board oversight with published minutes and policies
ENSURING COMPLIANCE ACROSS ALL LEVELS
Full regulatory compliance with all certifications publicly available
MEASURING IMPACT EFFECTIVELY
Real-time metrics and independently verified outcome measurements
GOVERNANCE & LEADERSHIP
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The board of directors plays a crucial role in guiding the strategic direction of an organization. They are responsible for overseeing management, ensuring accountability, and safeguarding the interests of stakeholders. By setting policies and making key decisions, the board helps to maintain the organization's integrity and long-term success.
CEO
Joining Alex Makes Meals as CEO in 2025, Byron Ko brings both a Masters in Food Security and 30 years of fund management experience.
OPERATIONS & KITCHENS TEAM
The Operations and Kitchens Team at Alex Makes Meals is essential, preparing meals efficiently and with care for those in need. Their dedication turns donations into community support.
LEADERSHIP WITH PURPOSE AND EXPERIENCE
Dedicated professionals committed to solving food insecurity in Melbourne.
Alex is an impact-first entrepreneur with a dedication to creating sustainable place-based solutions. Alex has wide reaching networks throughout the social change and charity space and utilises these to create collaborative solutions.
Byron Ko is Chief Executive Officer at Alex Makes Meals. A former funds manager at Hermsley Capital where he worked on portfolios in excess of $1 billion, Byron moved into the social sector after two years volunteering in AMM’s kitchen and was appointed CEO on 14 July 2025.
Jen Shaw is Operations Director & Chef at Alex Makes Meals, specialising in operations leadership and culinary management. Before joining AMM in October 2025, Jen served as Head of Operations at Free to Feed and as Catering Manager at Whittlesea Community Connections, and worked across catering and group chef roles (including Two Good Co).
Heather Meredith is Head Chef at Alex Makes Meals and leads AMM’s recipe design, kitchen operations and food-safety practice. Heather joined the team as Chef Manager in 2022 and has since been responsible for building consistent, high-quality menus, training kitchen teams and improving production systems to meet the needs of diverse partner communities.
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Amanda is an Australian legal practitioner with a focus on commercial, media disputes, property and insolvency matters. Qualifications include Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Arts (Double Major in Criminology and Media Communications).
Anthony is a Chartered Accountant from an audit and compliance background with extensive experience in assisting new and growing entities with finance, risk and management requirements necessary to succeed.
50+ VERIFIED PARTNERS ACROSS MELBOURNE
Every partner organization is thoroughly vetted, regularly reviewed, and publicly accountable.
Sacred Heart Mission provides comprehensive support services including meals, housing assistance, health services, and social programs to people experiencing homelessness and disadvantage in the St Kilda area.
Boutique Accounts provides pro bono accounting and financial advisory services, helping Alex Makes Meals maintain financial sustainability and transparency.
The Living Room is a primary health service addressing physical, mental, and social well-being for people experiencing homelessness through comprehensive support programs.
cohealth provides accessible, high-quality health and dental services across Melbourne's western suburbs, focusing on disadvantaged communities and those facing barriers to healthcare.
Melbourne City Mission supports young people experiencing homelessness through crisis accommodation, youth services, and pathways to stable housing and employment in the CBD area.
Berry Street delivers family services including child protection, family violence support, and family reunification programs across Melbourne's northern suburbs.
PICO is a Melbourne-based social enterprise that partners with Alex Makes Meals to support community meal programs. Through their collaboration, they help deliver nutritious meals to vulnerable community members across Melbourne.
Toyota Australia partners with Alex Makes Meals through corporate volunteering programs and financial support, helping deliver meals to vulnerable communities across Melbourne.
Nando's provides flame-grilled peri-peri chicken and resources for special community events, including Christmas dinners for people experiencing homelessness.
Alsco supports Alex Makes Meals through linen services and corporate partnerships, ensuring our kitchen operations run smoothly and hygienically.
Nelson Alexander is a leading Melbourne real estate agency with a deep commitment to community. Through the Nelson Alexander Charitable Foundation established in 2005, they've donated over $4.6 million to local charities and community groups, focusing on youth, education, and alleviating disadvantage.
Launch Housing delivers emergency accommodation and long-term housing solutions across multiple sites in Melbourne, helping vulnerable individuals and families secure stable housing.
Find A Penny Foundation is a registered charity dedicated to combating hunger, poverty, loneliness, and food waste. Through their volunteer-driven programs, they provide twice-weekly hot meals and grocery distribution from Hampton Park, serving the South East Melbourne community since 2014.
Kindness Community Inc. is an ACNC registered charity that has served over 60,000 meals since launching in March 2020. Each week they provide healthy meals and food aid, supporting over 100 people and their families experiencing homelessness in the Dandenong area.
Jika Jika Community Centre is a vibrant hub in the heart of Northcote, offering social, recreational and educational programs. The centre provides food relief to Darebin residents and social supports to people experiencing homelessness, fostering connection, learning and belonging.
North Carlton Railway Neighbourhood House has been providing community programs and support since 1984 from the historic old North Carlton railway station. They offer a wide range of activities, educational classes, and community garden programs, creating inclusive spaces for connection and belonging.
The Cranbourne Food Truck is owned and run by Cranbourne Uniting Church, providing free food and fellowship to the needy and disadvantaged since 2012. Volunteers serve hot meals, fruit, vegetables and food parcels three nights per week, winner of the 2017 Premier's Volunteer Champions Award.
YOUR DONATION JOURNEY
STEP 1: DONATION RECEIVED
✓ Instant email receipt with tax invoice
✓ Unique donation ID generated
✓ Added to weekly procurement budget
Time: Immediate
STEP 2: INGREDIENT PURCHASE
✓ Bulk buying from verified suppliers
✓ Your dollars converted to ingredients
✓ Receipt scanning for transparency
Time: Within 3-5 days
STEP 3: MEAL PREPARATION
✓ Chef-prepared in Darebin kitchen
✓ Portion controlled and labeled
✓ Batch tracking for quality control
Time: Within 7 days
STEP 4: DELIVERY TO PARTNERS
✓ GPS-tracked delivery vehicles
✓ Partner sign-off confirmation
✓ Temperature monitoring maintained
Time: Within 7-10 days
STEP 5: DISTRIBUTION TO RECIPIENTS
✓ Partner organizations distribute
✓ Anonymous recipient data collected
✓ Impact metrics recorded
Time: Within 10-14 days
MELBOURNE, YOU MAKE THIS POSSIBLE
3,247 meals this week. 50+ partner charities supported. 150+ volunteers in action.
Every meal represents a Melburnian helping a neighbour through crisis.
$1 = 1 MEAL. START YOUR IMPACT TODAY.
