Food Strong
- Assets
- $114.9k
- Revenue
- $137.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- South Euclid, OH
- Founding
- 08/2018
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 83-1580187
Organization Overview
Food Strong is located in South Euclid, OH. The organization was established in 2018. According to its NTEE Classification (K99) the organization is classified as: Food, Agriculture & Nutrition N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Food Strong 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 12/2021, Food Strong generated $137.4k in total revenue. All expenses for the organization totaled $65.8k during the year ending 12/2021.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
OUR MISSION IS TO STRENGTHEN AND EMPOWER COMMUNITIES THROUGH FRESH, LOCAL FOODS. WE PROMOTE THE CULTIVATION, PURCHASE AND CONSUMPTION OF FRESH, LOCAL FOODS WHILE SIMULTANEOUSLY PROVIDING LINKAGE TO THE OTHER VITAL SERVICES AND RESOURCES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CARE-A-VAN IS A FOOD-FOCUSED PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES A VARIETY OF RESOURCES TO THOSE IN NEED WHILE FOSTERING EXCITEMENT OVER FRESH, LOCAL FOODS. CARE-A-VAN PROVIDES NUTRITION EDUCATION, ARTS AND CRAFTS, BOOKS, MUSIC, HEALTH SCREENINGS, FOOD DEMONSTRATIONS, COMMUNITY RESOURCES, AND MUCH MORE AT THE EVENTS WE PARTNER WITH. WE BRING OUR CARE-A-VAN EVENTS TO A VARIETY OF COMMUNITY SETTINGS SUCH AS FARMERS MARKETS, COMMUNITY POTLUCKS, ARTS FESTIVALS, AND SCHOOL EVENTS.
CARE STRONG PROJECT EVENTS FOCUS ON OFFERING FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS, EDUCATION, AND INFORMATION TO THOSE WHO ARE LESS FORTUNATE. SCREENINGS ARE MADE POSSIBLE BY OUR PARTNERS: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY MEDICINE AND THE CASE WESTERN RESERVE UNIVERSITY PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT PROGRAM. EVERY PERSON SCREENED RECEIVED COUPONS TO SPEND ON FRESH PRODUCE AT THE NEARBY COIT ROAD FARMERS MARKET.THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, WE ARE MAKING MONTHLY VISITS TO THE SALVATION ARMY IN EAST CLEVELAND TO PROVIDE THEM WITH THESE RESOURCES, AS WELL AS THE ZELMA GEORGE SHELTER DOWNTOWN (NOT OPEN TO PUBLIC). ADDITIONALLY, THESE FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS ARE OFFERED DURING CARE-A-VAN EVENTS ONCE A MONTH MAY-OCTOBER.
LEARING GARDENS IN 2016, FOOD STRONG FOUNDER SARA CONTINENZA BEGAN TO WORK CLOSELY WITH THE CLEVELAND METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT TO BUILD A SCHOOL GARDEN TOOLKIT AND CURRICULUM BASED ON OHIOS LEARNING STANDARDS. FOOD STRONG HAS SINCE GUIDED STUDENTS AT 2 CMSD SCHOOLS THROUGH THE DESIGN, PLANTING, MAINTENANCE AND HARVEST OF ONSITE FRESH FOOD AND FLOWER GARDENS. A LARGE EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON STEM LEARNING, ENTREPRENEURSHIP, ENVIRONMENTALISM, ART AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT. WE HAVE ALSO PARTNERED WITH LOCAL ARTISTS TO GUIDE OUR STUDENTS THROUGH THE DESIGN AND CREATION OF FOOD FOCUSED MURALS TO SPREAD AWARENESS WHILE BEAUTIFYING OUR COMMUNITIES. THE MURAL PROJECT WAS FUNDED BY CUYAHOGA ARTS AND CULTURE. FOOD STRONG ALSO OPERATES A LEARNING GARDEN AT THE URBAN FARM AT THE COIT ROAD FARMERS MARKET WHICH SERVES AS AN ONSITE LOCATION WHERE VARIOUS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS CAN BE HOSTED.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Joseph Jerdonek Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Marissa Gerdes Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Sally Gabra Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Nicole Salerno President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Sara Continenza Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $0 |
Susan Carroll Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $137,386 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $137,386 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $137,386 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $28,154 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $3,004 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,889 |
| Office expenses | $6,018 |
| Information technology | $490 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $325 |
| All other expenses | $3,044 |
| Total functional expenses | $65,804 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $112,927 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $2,000 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $114,927 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $11,200 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $11,200 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $103,727 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $114,927 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Food Strong has recieved totaling $27,282.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Good360 Alexandria, VA PURPOSE: TO ASSIST THOSE IN NEED. | $17,282 |
Physician Assistant Foundation Of The American Academy Of Physician Alexandria, VA PURPOSE: IMPACT GRANT | $10,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Chester County Food Bank Exton, PA | $14,718,999 | $9,745,576 |
Eastern Market Corporatioin Detroit, MI | $12,535,453 | $5,663,087 |
State Fair Of West Virginia Inc Lewisburg, WV | $7,745,539 | $6,147,107 |
Ohio Restaurant Assn Columbus, OH | $2,879,456 | $2,138,506 |
City Market Inc Bay City, MI | $0 | $954,437 |
Mason County Fair Inc Point Pleasant, WV | $309,354 | $907,373 |
Common Market Mid-Atlantic Incorporated Philadelphia, PA | $1,938,202 | $6,499,769 |
Grand Rapids Downtown Market Education Foundation Grand Rapids, MI | $961,102 | $1,653,390 |
Louisville Grows Inc Louisville, KY | $561,055 | $787,169 |
Urban Creators Philadelphia, PA | $367,166 | $665,737 |
Michigan Farmers Market Association East Lansing, MI | $449,598 | $616,537 |
Wine And Spirits Wholesalers Of Kentucky Louisville, KY | $1,342,471 | $862,988 |