Food Roots
- Assets
- $436.9k
- Revenue
- $587.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 7
- Location
- Tillamook, OR
- Founding
- 07/2007
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 20-5371832
Organization Overview
Food Roots is located in Tillamook, OR. The organization was established in 2007. According to its NTEE Classification (S32) the organization is classified as: Rural Economic Development, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Food Roots employed 7 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Food Roots is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2021, Food Roots generated $587.3k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 18.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $459.1k during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 20.0% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO GROW A ROBUST AND EQUITABLE FOOD SYSTEM IN TILLAMOOK COUNTY THROUGH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, EDUCATION, FARMER AND ENTREPRENEUR SUPPORT, AND INCREASING ACCESS TO LOCALLY GROWN FOOD.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FARM AND FOOD BUSINESS SUPPORT ADMINISTER AND MANAGE THE INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT ACCOUNTS (IDA) PROGRAM TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SKILLS TRAINING AND MATCHED SAVINGS ACCOUNTS TO LOCAL FARM AND FOOD-BASED BUSINESS ENTREPRENEURS. OPERATE THE FARMTABLE LOCAL FOOD STOREFRONT IN DOWNTOWN TILLAMOOK, WHICH PROVIDES LOCAL FOOD PRODUCERS AND AREA CONSUMERS TILLAMOOK'S ONLY FOOD OUTLET DEDICATED EXCLUSIVELY TO NORTH COAST-GROWN AND PRODUCED FOOD PRODUCTS.
LOCAL FOOD PROGRAMS PROVIDE SNAP ACCEPTANCE AND A MATCHING INCENTIVE PROGRAM AT FOOD ROOTS FARMTABLE LOCAL FOOD STOREFRONT THAT PROVIDES INCREASED ACCESS TO FRESH, HEALTHY, LOCALLY-GROWN FOOD FOR ADULTS FACING FOOD INSECURITY. PARTNER WITH COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS AND FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS TO PROVIDE FREE LOCAL FOOD BOXES FROM FARMTABLE STOREFRONT TO COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN NEED. PROVIDE GARDENING EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
FARM TO SCHOOL PROVIDE FARM TO SCHOOL AND GARDEN-BASED EDUCATIONAL LESSONS AND ACTIVITIES AT MUTLIPLE SCHOOLS THROUGHOUT TILLAMOOK COUNTY, IMPACTING OVER 1,000 STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE FARM FIELD TRIPS, CLASSROOM FARMER VISITS, LOCAL PRODUCE TASTING TABLES, AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS. ALSO ASSIST SCHOOLS WITH LOCAL FOOD PROCUREMENT EFFORTS AND SCHOOL GARDEN DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE, INCLUDING BY ENGAGING COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Melissa Gehrkens Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Heidi Luquette Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Melissa Carlson-Swanson Chair | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Nanette Sheldon Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Erica Johnson Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Linda Mcneill Director | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $5,835 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $90,126 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $275,798 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $371,759 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $215,138 |
| Investment income | $445 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $587,342 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $51,991 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $51,991 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $154,007 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $14,999 |
| Payroll taxes | $15,024 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $500 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $3,965 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $29,563 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,977 |
| Office expenses | $1,807 |
| Information technology | $329 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $15,252 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,157 |
| Insurance | $7,520 |
| All other expenses | $26,451 |
| Total functional expenses | $459,050 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $30,638 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $342,111 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,544 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $58,193 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $450 |
| Total assets | $436,936 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,157 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $44,422 |
| Other liabilities | $260 |
| Total liabilities | $45,839 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $147,509 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $243,588 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $436,936 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 8 grants that Food Roots has recieved totaling $62,747.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Oregon Community Foundation Portland, OR PURPOSE: Human Services | $27,500 |
Robert D And Marcia H Randall Charitable Trust Portland, OR PURPOSE: FARM TO SCHOOL PROGRAM | $10,000 |
Juan Young Trust Lake Oswego, OR PURPOSE: FARM TO SCHOOL PROGRAM | $8,000 |
The Stimson-Miller Foundation Portland, OR PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $7,500 |
Community And Shelter Assist Corp Sherwood, OR PURPOSE: FINANCIAL LITERACY/CASE MANAGEMENT | $6,695 |
Roundhouse Foundation Irrv Charitable Tr Sisters, OR PURPOSE: NATURALIST LEARNING KITS FOR TILLAMOOK COUNTY | $2,500 |
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Food Roots Tillamook, OR | $436,936 | $587,342 |
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