EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE
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EastWest Food Rescue is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Washington, California, and Texas. The organization operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with EastWest Food Rescue can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE ACQUIRES OR PURCHASES SURPLUS FOOD PREDOMINANTLY FROM FARMERS AND DISTRIBUTES IT WITH EMPATHY TO PEOPLE IN NEED. AS A VOLUNTEER LED ORGANIZATION, WE COORDINATE EVERY STEP FROM FINDING NEW SOURCES OF NUTRITIOUS SURPLUS FOOD TO ORGANIZING TRANSPORTATION TO ENSURING RESCUED FOOD IS GIVEN TO PEOPLE WITH FOOD INSECURITY FOR FREE. WE SUPPORT THE FARMING COMMUNITY AND WORK TOWARDS SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS FOR THE FOOD SYSTEM.
Cause Areas
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Food aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
NATIONAL TRIBAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
$12M
20%
Hope for Life
$4.6M
8%
PRAISEALUJAH DISCIPLESHIP
$4M
7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE?
No. EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE give?
EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE primarily gives to organizations located in Washington, California, and Texas. 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 EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $26 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE make each year?
In 2024, EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $43 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE fund recently?
In 2024, EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include NATIONAL TRIBAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL, Hope for Life, and PRAISEALUJAH DISCIPLESHIP. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE?
EASTWEST FOOD RESCUE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.