UNFI Foundation
Preselected recipients only
UNFI Foundation is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $35,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
90% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.0 million | 66 | $768,329 |
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 64 | $836,508 |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 20 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
UNFI 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What UNFI Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $50,000 |
| Minnesota | 3 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $20,000 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $18,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Zero Foodprint | Annual Grant | $35,000 |
| United Indians of All Tribes Foundation | Q1 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Hilltown Community Development Corporation | Q1 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Anoka County Brotherhood Council Inc (ACBC Food Shelf) | Q1 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| McAuley Ministries | Q1 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| The Food Group Minnesota Inc | Q1 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Interfaith Human Services of Putnam | Q1 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Venture Cafe Foundation | Q1 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Nourish Colorado | Q1 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| The Food Trust | Q1 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Kim's Krew Inc | Q2 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Aspiring Texas Latinos Achieving Succeeding Together DBA La Tiendita | Q2 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Reaching Beyond the Walls RVA | Q2 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Sustainable Food Center | Q2 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Paul's Pantry Inc | Q2 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Common Ground Collective | Q2 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| Food Forward | Q2 Community Grant | $10,000 |
| 15 Minute Field Trips | Q1 Community Grant | $8,000 |
| 21 Roots Farm | Q2 Community Grant | $5,000 |
| CASE Community Alliance to Support and Empower | Q2 Community Grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Matt Echols
- Alisha Real
- Jeffrey Fontaine
- Anika Grubbs
- Michael Funk
- Thomas Dziki
- Andrew Hull
- Jody Hyvarinen
- Wendy Fresques
- Nadine Parris
- Raymel Bradford
- Emily Johnson
- Aliona Mikhed
Questions people ask
Does UNFI Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does UNFI Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs UNFI Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Matt Echols (Chairman), Alisha Real (Executive Director), Jeffrey Fontaine (Treasurer) and Anika Grubbs (Secretary) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does UNFI Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger.