The Global Foodbanking Network
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 204268851 · Private foundation
The Global Foodbanking Network is a private foundation based in Chicago, Illinois. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2021) reports $9.5M in grants paid and $20.1M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 7 individual grants from this funder — $836K awarded across 2021–2025 — including its support for food & agriculture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Global Foodbanking Network funds
The Global Foodbanking Network's giving carries a documented focus on food & agriculture, substance use & recovery.
Populations it has supported include children.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Give 2 Asia Capacity Building: Warehouse rental, salaries, equipment purchase | Oakland, CA | $275K | 2021 |
| Feeding America support general operations and capacity-building projects | Chicago, IL | $204K | 2025 |
| Scholars of Sustenance COVID: Emergency Response | Cary, NY | $125K | 2021 |
How to apply for funding from The Global Foodbanking Network
The Global Foodbanking Network's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at foodbanking.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Global Foodbanking Network
- Does The Global Foodbanking Network accept grant applications?
- The Global Foodbanking Network's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Global Foodbanking Network fund?
- The Global Foodbanking Network's grants focus on food & agriculture. Example recipients include Give 2 Asia, Feeding America, Scholars of Sustenance. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Global Foodbanking Network give in grants?
- The Global Foodbanking Network reported $9.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $836K over 7 grants.
- Where is The Global Foodbanking Network located?
- The Global Foodbanking Network is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 204268851.
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