Equitable Food Initiative
- Assets
- $2.2m
- Revenue
- $2.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 18
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 06/2015
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 47-3123271
Organization Overview
Equitable Food Initiative is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 2015. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Equitable Food Initiative employed 18 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Equitable Food Initiative 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 12/2023, Equitable Food Initiative generated $2.5m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 9 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (7.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.6m during the year ending 12/2023. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
EFIS MISSION IS TO TRANSFORM THE PRODUCE INDUSTRY AND THE LIVES OF FARMWORKERS BY FACILITATING COLLABORATION AMONG WORKERS, AGRICULTURAL EMPLOYERS, RETAIL BUYERS AND CONSUMER ADVOCATES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
DURING 2023, OUR WORK PURSUED FOUR MAIN STRATEGIES:1.PROVIDE TOOLS TO GROWERS TO IMPROVE THEIR LABOR PRACTICES2.CERTIFY LEADING GROWERS TO RIGOROUS STANDARDS3.PROFESSIONALIZE THE AGRICULTURAL WORKFORCE4.EDUCATE THE INDUSTRY ABOUT THE ESSENTIAL ROLE OF FARMWORKERSSEE SERVICES PAGE FOR A DESCRIPTION OF THIS PROGRAM SERVICE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Kevin Boyle Business Development Director | Officer | 40 | $151,520 |
Kenton Harmer Managing Director | Officer | 40 | $148,559 |
Leanne Ruzzamenti Marketing & Communications Di | Officer | 40 | $145,445 |
Candace Mickens Operations & Finance Director | Officer | 40 | $140,819 |
Adriana Martinez Cerification Director | Officer | 40 | $134,917 |
Peter Odriscoll Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $133,509 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
University Of Arkansasfayetteville Software Developer | 12/30/23 | $153,429 |
Protea Software Developer | 12/30/23 | $616,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $279,861 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,338,032 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,617,893 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $879,572 |
| Investment income | $12,976 |
| 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 | $2,510,441 |
| 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. | $133,508 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $93,456 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,910,966 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $400,186 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $19,370 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $732,047 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $60,665 |
| Information technology | $10,508 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $12,824 |
| Travel | $123,449 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $48,508 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $27,024 |
| All other expenses | $18,334 |
| Total functional expenses | $3,602,661 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,222,920 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $371,986 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $7,397 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $595,467 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $1,700 |
| Total assets | $2,199,470 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $481,282 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $634,183 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,115,465 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $59,374 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,024,631 |
| 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 | $2,199,470 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Equitable Food Initiative has awarded $230,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
FARMWORKER JUSTICE FUND INC PURPOSE: program support | $200,000 |
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON PURPOSE: program support | $30,000 |