The Global FoodBanking Network
AI Summary
The Global FoodBanking Network is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on addressing food insecurity through strategic partnerships and grantmaking. In 2025, it awarded a total of $204.4K across six grantees, emphasizing a relationship-based approach to funding. Notably, the organization does not accept unsolicited proposals and grants are made by invitation only; nonprofits interested in collaboration can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The Global FoodBanking Network (GFN) is a global, nonprofit organization that provides food to people facing hunger while reducing food loss and waste, (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)
Cause Areas
3
Food banks
Food aid
International development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
SCHOLARS OF SUSTENANCE
Cary, NC
$622K
44%
GIVE2ASIA
Oakland, CA
$392K
28%
Feeding America
Chicago, IL
$204.4K
15%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Global FoodBanking Network?
No. The Global FoodBanking Network does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does The Global FoodBanking Network give?
The Global FoodBanking Network primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, California, and Illinois. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are The Global FoodBanking Network’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Global FoodBanking Network fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $71 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Global FoodBanking Network make each year?
In 2025, The Global FoodBanking Network awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $204 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Global FoodBanking Network fund recently?
In 2025, The Global FoodBanking Network awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include SCHOLARS OF SUSTENANCE, GIVE2ASIA, and Feeding America. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Global FoodBanking Network?
The Global FoodBanking Network does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.