Houston Food Bank
- Assets
- $174.7m
- Revenue
- $452.6m
- Investments
- $380.7k
- Employees
- 520
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Founding
- 01/1984
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 74-2181456
Organization Overview
Houston Food Bank is located in Houston, TX. The organization was established in 1984. According to its NTEE Classification (K31) the organization is classified as: Food Banks & Pantries, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Houston Food Bank employed 520 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Houston Food Bank 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 06/2021, Houston Food Bank generated $452.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $427.5m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 14.0% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Houston Food Bank has awarded 6,885 individual grants totaling $1,955,431,863. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION IS TO PROVIDE FOOD FOR BETTER LIVES. LAST YEAR WE PROVIDED 150 MILLION NUTRITIOUS MEALS IN 18 COUNTIES THROUGH OUR 1,600 COMMUNITY PARTNERS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
FOOD DISTRIBUTION - FOOD DISTRIBUTION IS THE HOUSTON FOOD BANK'S CORE FUNCTION. FOOD AND OTHER SELECT PRODUCTS ARE DISTRIBUTED TO HUNGER-RELIEF AGENCIES THAT THEN PROVIDE DIRECT SERVICE TO MORE THAN 1 MILLION LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS EACH YEAR. DURING THIS YEAR, WE HAD A SIGNIFICANT RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. WE PROVIDED 207 MILLION NUTRITIOUS MEALS, INCLUDING OVER 91 MILLION POUNDS OF PRODUCE. THE VALUE OF THE TOTAL DISTRIBUTED WAS OVER $355 MILLION IN DONATED AND PURCHASED FOOD. THE HOUSTON FOOD BANK HAS THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF FOOD DISTRIBUTION IN THE FEEDING AMERICA NETWORK OF FOOD BANKS.
CHILD HUNGER INITIATIVES - APPROXIMATELY 60% OF CHILDREN IN THE HOUSTON AREA RELY ON FREE AND REDUCED LUNCH DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR. PROPER NUTRITION IS VITAL TO THE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN. CHILDREN WITHOUT PROPER NUTRITION HAVE DIFFICULTIES CONCENTRATING IN SCHOOL, EXPERIENCE TARDINESS, AND ARE MORE PRONE TO CHRONIC ILLNESS THAT CAN HINDER THEIR GROWTH AND ADVANCEMENT. THE HOUSTON FOOD BANK OPERATES FIVE PROGRAMS THAT EQUIP CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH TOOLS THEY NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL: BACKPACK BUDDY, KIDS CAFE, SCHOOL MARKET, TEACHERS AID, AND NUTRITION EDUCATION. LAST YEAR, 11.0 MILLION MEALS WERE PROVIDED TO CHILDREN THROUGH ONE OF HFBS CHILD HUNGER-RELIEF PROGRAMS.
CLIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - CLIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM HOUSTON FOOD BANKS COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (CAP) IS FOCUSED ON RAISING AWARENESS IN THE SERVICE AREA OF AVAILABLE SOCIAL SERVICES AND PROVIDES APPLICATION AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FOR STATE-FUNDED SOCIAL AND HEALTH SERVICES., INCLUDING SNAP (FOOD STAMPS), WIC, MEDICAID, CHILDREN'S MEDICAID AND OTHERS. SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE IN ENGLISH, SPANISH, AND VIETNAMESE. IN FY21 18 MILLION MEALS WERE ACCESSED THROUGH CAP ASSISTANCE. NUTRITION ED CLASSES IN NUTRITION, FOOD SAFETY, MEAL PREPARATION, AND BUDGETING ARE TAUGHT IN COLLABORATION WITH FOOD BANK PARTNER AGENCIES BY HOUSTON FOOD BANK'S TEAM OF DIETICIANS AND NUTRITIONISTS. LAST YEAR, 193 CLASSES WERE PROVIDED BY HFBS NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAM; 1,861 INDIVIDUALS PARTICIPATED. SENIOR BOX THE SENIOR BOX PROGRAM MANAGES THE COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM (CSFP) - A FEDERALLY-FUNDED NATIONAL FOOD DISTRIBUTION EFFORT FROM THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENTOF AGRICULTURE (USDA) THAT IS DESIGNED TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND NUTRITION OF INCOME-ELIGIBLE SENIORS (60+). THROUGH THIS PROGRAM SENIORS RECEIVE A BOX OF NON-PERISHABLE FOOD (VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $50) EACH MONTH, WHICH HELPS STRETCH THEIR AVAILABLE GROCERY DOLLARS. THE SENIOR BOX PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY SERVING OVER 11,250 SENIORS EACH MONTH. THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA) THAT IS DESIGNED TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND NUTRITION OF INCOME-ELIGIBLE SENIORS (60+). THROUGH THIS PROGRAM SENIORS RECEIVE A BOX OF NON-PERISHABLE FOOD (VALUED AT APPROXIMATELY $50) EACH MONTH, WHICH HELPS STRETCH THEIR AVAILABLE GROCERY DOLLARS. THE SENIOR BOX PROGRAM IS CURRENTLY SERVING OVER 11,250 SENIORS EACH MONTH.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Brian Greene President | OfficerTrustee | 38 | $346,394 |
Amy Ragan Chief Development Officer | Officer | 40 | $178,772 |
Nicole Lander Chief Impact Officer | Officer | 40 | $172,499 |
Matthew Toomes Chief Operating Officer | Officer | 40 | $157,940 |
Kathy Fountain Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 39 | $152,668 |
Reginal Young Director | 40 | $122,727 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Ymca Of Greater Houston Staffing Services | 6/29/21 | $2,429,428 |
Rkd Alpha Dog Mailing Services | 6/29/21 | $1,013,707 |
Mendware Llc Management Services | 6/29/21 | $477,000 |
Thermo King Of Houston Llc Truck Services | 6/29/21 | $530,641 |
Mobile Temporary Services Staffing Services | 6/29/21 | $455,670 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $47,545,861 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $403,018,806 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $330,501,346 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $450,564,667 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,145,420 |
| Investment income | -$40,725 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $849,109 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $99,425 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $4,484 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $452,622,380 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $360,654,095 |
| 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. | $1,143,628 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $234,269 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $21,181,101 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $325,110 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,257,438 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,803,147 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $148,053 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $10,445,073 |
| Advertising and promotion | $160,604 |
| Office expenses | $3,644,382 |
| Information technology | $1,589,425 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $3,472,152 |
| Travel | $228,782 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $133,964 |
| Interest | $153,774 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,917,165 |
| Insurance | $810,990 |
| All other expenses | $2,268,098 |
| Total functional expenses | $427,475,898 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $74,842,284 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $6,327,037 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $5,801,603 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,988 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $4,763,187 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $24,566,097 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $1,678,784 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $53,702,736 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,648,352 |
| Investments—other securities | $380,662 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $20,000 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $174,736,730 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $7,630,795 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $20,585,385 |
| 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 | $3,545,014 |
| Total liabilities | $31,761,194 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $140,326,436 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,649,100 |
| 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 | $174,736,730 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Houston Food Bank has awarded $383,687,042 in support to 817 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
HFB SPECIAL EVENT PURPOSE: Food Distribution Program | $29,376,378 |
TEACHERS AID CENTER PURPOSE: Food Distribution Program | $17,998,841 |
Texas City, TX PURPOSE: Food Distribution Program | $10,546,945 |
SENIOR BOX (CSFP) PURPOSE: Food Distribution Program | $9,004,988 |
HFB - KEEGAN KITCHEN PURPOSE: Food Distribution Program | $8,134,453 |
HISD DISTRIBUTION CENTER PURPOSE: Food Distribution Program | $7,324,067 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 19 grants that Houston Food Bank has recieved totaling $331,950.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Beaumont Foundation Of America Beaumont, TX | | $100,000 |
Baroness Kandy Kaye Horn Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: EXEMPT FUNCTION | $75,000 |
Patrick G Bromley Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | $70,000 |
Energy Transfer Sunoco Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: FLEET SPONSORSHIP | $25,000 |
Jack Webster Grigsby Foundation Shreveport, LA PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $15,000 |
The Powell Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: DESIGNATED GRANT: GENERAL OPERATING AND SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $7,574,326 |
| Earnings | $2,468,647 |
| Net Contributions | $47 |
| Other Expense | $52,434 |
| Ending Balance | $9,990,586 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Houston Food Bank Houston, TX | $174,736,730 | $452,622,380 |
El Pasoans Fighting Hunger El Paso, TX | $40,884,153 | $290,096,565 |
San Antonio Food Bank Inc San Antonio, TX | $108,784,731 | $224,409,662 |
North Texas Food Bank Plano, TX | $158,266,901 | $243,470,711 |
Tarrant Area Food Bank Fort Worth, TX | $50,743,185 | $143,106,183 |
Central Texas Food Bank Inc Austin, TX | $84,022,611 | $143,237,011 |
Roadrunner Food Bank Inc Albuquerque, NM | $51,163,005 | $120,843,441 |
Regional Food Bank Of Oklahoma Oklahoma City, OK | $36,553,416 | $95,465,627 |
Community Food Bank Of Eastern Oklahoma Inc Tulsa, OK | $69,259,421 | $97,549,817 |
Food Bank Of The Rio Grande Valley Inc McAllen, TX | $25,577,096 | $58,037,752 |
Regional East Texas Food Bank Tyler, TX | $32,550,822 | $58,808,251 |
Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank Inc Baton Rouge, LA | $22,656,649 | $36,802,762 |