The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $17.7 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $5.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$17.7 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.9 million the year before.
17% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.9 million | 14 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $17.7 million | 13 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to North Carolina. It also paid $150,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 2 | $5.1 million |
| Illinois | 3 | $1.7 million |
| New York | 2 | $400,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $300,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $200,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $175,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rise Against Hunger Inc | Support general operations | $5.0 million |
| Feeding America | Support general operations | $1.0 million |
| American Red Cross of Greater Chicago | Support general operations | $500,000 |
| Heifer International Foundation | Support general operations | $300,000 |
| The Lunchbox Fund | Support general operations | $250,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Support general operations | $200,000 |
| No Kid Hungry | Support general operations | $200,000 |
| Cufa Go | Provide disaster assistance after flooding | $150,000 |
| The Brotherhood Sister Sol | Support general operations | $150,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community | Support general operations | $150,000 |
| Rise Against Hunger Inc | Support general operations | $100,000 |
| Grow Pittsburgh | Support general operations | $25,000 |
| National Scleroderma Foundation | Support general operations | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Valerie Vincent
- Jojo Lins de Noronha
- Jessica Vultaggio
- Rashida la Lande
- Crystal Andrews Banks
- Angel Shelton Willis
- Robert Scott
- Diana Frost
- Melissa Werneck
- Andrea Budelli
- Anna Oliveira
- Lynn Hootman
Questions people ask
Does The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation give?
$17.7 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Valerie Vincent (Member), Jojo Lins de Noronha (Member), Jessica Vultaggio (Member) and Rashida la Lande (Member) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, human services and international.