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The Good Food Institute Inc is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in California, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C. The organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, granting funds exclusively by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with The Good Food Institute can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
WE ARE DEVELOPING THE ROADMAP FOR A SUSTAINABLE, SECURE, AND JUST PROTEIN SUPPLY. WE IDENTIFY THE MOST EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS, MOBILIZE RESOURCES AND TALENT, AND EMPOWER PARTNERS ACROSS THE FOOD SYSTEM TO MAKE ALTERNATIVE PROTEINS ACCESSIBLE, AFFORDABLE, AND DELICIOUS.
Cause Areas
3
Health
Agriculture
Agriculture, fishing and forestry
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL
$847K
11%

Meridian Institute
$544.9K
7%

PURDUE UNIVERSITY
$480K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
6
Median 1st year grant
$239K
Median 2nd year grant
$158K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC?
No. THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC give?
THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC primarily gives to organizations located in California, Massachusetts, and District Of Columbia. 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 GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $239 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC make each year?
In 2024, THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC awarded about 6 grants, totaling nearly $1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC fund recently?
In 2024, THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS LOWELL, Meridian Institute, and PURDUE UNIVERSITY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC?
THE GOOD FOOD INSTITUTE INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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