2026-08-17T12:51:51-05:00 2025-09-30 WITHUMSMITHBROWNPC 200 S ORANGE AVESTE 1200 ORLANDO FL 328013400 990 2024-10-01 474062821 4ROOTS FOUNDATION INC % KEEYON UPKINS 4ROO 4076874344 1918 W PRINCETON ST ORLANDO FL 32804 KEEYON UPKINS CFO 4076874344 2026-08-17 true true KATHRYN L ENNIS CPA P00446812 4078491569 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z KEEYON UPKINS 1918 W PRINCETON ST ORLANDO FL 32804 6385627 false X WWW.4ROOTSFARM.ORG X 2015 FL THE PURPOSE OF THE 4ROOTS FOUNDATION, INC (D/B/A 4ROOTS) IS TO PROVIDE PHILANTHROPIC SUPPORT TO VARIOUS COMMUNITIES AND/OR INDIVIDUALS IN NEED AND TO INVEST IN FOOD AND FARMING INITIATIVES THAT IMPROVE THE HEALTH OF OUR COMMUNITY. 12 12 61 750 0 0 9694032 4884198 0 0 126017 63313 581187 640846 10401236 5588357 317375 248588 0 0 1820948 3218751 0 0 771479 2616045 2267583 4754368 5734922 5646868 -146565 23425463 26035376 3126537 5883015 20298926 20152361 X THE PURPOSE OF 4ROOTS FOUNDATION, INC. (D/B/A 4ROOTS) IS TO PROVIDE PHILANTHROPIC SUPPORT TO VARIOUS COMMUNITIES AND/OR INDIVIDUALS IN NEED AND TO INVEST IN FOOD AND FARMING INITIATIVES THAT IMPROVE THE HEALTH OF OUR COMMUNITY. false true 215375 Meet the Need empowers individuals and communities experiencing nutritional insecurity by providing direct access to fresh, nutrient-dense produce and other healthy foods while offering educational resources and tools. The program supports participants in confidently preparing nutritious meals, growing their own food, and developing sustainable healthy eating habits. Through community partnerships, food distribution efforts, and nutrition education, Meet the Need works to improve food security, health outcomes, and long-term self-sufficiency throughout Central Florida. 223694 Fresh by 4Roots operates an online farmers market that connects the community with fresh, locally sourced food while supporting Florida agriculture. Through partnerships with 57 in-state farmers and producers, as well as produce grown at the 4Roots Farm Campus, the program provides seasonal fruits and vegetables, meats, dairy products, eggs, and pantry essentials to consumers. Fresh by 4Roots promotes healthy eating, strengthens local food systems, supports sustainable farming practices, and advances the organization's mission of reconnecting people with the land, local farmers, and the value of nutritious, locally grown food. 683579 427718 The 4Roots Caf, located at the Orlando Science Center, advances the Foundation's mission to build healthy communities by increasing access to fresh, nutritious, and sustainably sourced food. In partnership with local farmers and producers, including the 4Roots Farm Campus, the caf offers meals prepared with fresh ingredients that promote healthy eating habits and strengthen connections between consumers and local agriculture. The caf serves as a community resource that demonstrates the importance of a healthy and sustainable food system through a plant-forward menu featuring locally sourced products whenever possible. By supporting regional growers and emphasizing responsibly produced food, the program helps strengthen the local food economy, promote environmental stewardship, and improve awareness of the relationship between food, health, and community well-being. 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Therefore, no provision for income taxes has been included in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. Accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America prescribe requirements for the recognition of income taxes in the consolidated financial statements, and the amounts recognized are affected by income tax positions taken by the Foundation in its tax returns. The Foundation's status as an exempt organization is defined as an income tax position under these requirements. While management believes it has complied with the Internal Revenue Code, the sustainability of some income tax positions taken by the Foundation in its tax returns may be uncertain. There are minimum thresholds of likelihood that uncertain tax positions are required to meet before being recognized in the consolidated financial statements. Management does not believe that the Foundation has any material uncertain tax positions at September 30,2025. Management analyzed its various federal and state filing positions and believes that its income tax filing positions and deductions are well documented and supported. Additionally, management believes that no accruals for tax liabilities related to uncertain income tax positions are required. 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MAINTAINS RECORDS TO SUBSTANTIATE THE AMOUNT OF THE GRANTS OR ASSISTANCE, THE GRANTEES' ELIGIBILITY FOR THE GRANTS OR ASSISTANCE, AND THE SELECTION CRITERIA USED TO AWARD THE GRANTS OR ASSISTANCE. THE INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. X false false false false false false false false false FRANKLIN F SNELSON GRANTS DIRECTOR 146526 0 0 0 0 0 2984 0 6039 0 155549 0 0 0 THOMAS M WARD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 149368 0 0 0 0 0 6600 0 5840 0 161808 0 0 0 MONICA AGGARWAL CHIEF MEDICAL OFFICER 169330 0 0 0 0 0 7000 0 6854 0 183184 0 0 0 FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 8B: THE ORGANIZATION DOES NOT HAVE A COMMITTEE WITH AUTHORITY TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE GOVERNING BODY. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11B: A DRAFT OF FORM 990 IS DISTRIBUTED TO ALL BOARD MEMBERS FOR REVIEW BEFORE FILING WITH THE INTERNAL REVNEUE SERVICE. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C: PERIODIC REVIEWS ARE CONDUCTED. BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION ARE REVIEWED TO DETERMINE IF REASONABLE. PARTNERSHIPS, VENTURES, AND ARRANGEMENTS WITH MANAGMENT ORGANIZATIONS ARE REVIEWED TO DETERMINE IF THEY CONFORM TO THE ORGANIZATION'S WRITTEN POLICIES AND ARE RECORDED IF THEY REFLECT REASONABLE INVESTMENT OR PAYMENT FOR GOODS AND SERVICES. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19: THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ITS GOVERNING DOCUMENTS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST VIA U.S. MAIL OR INSPECTION AT ITS OFFICE. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7A AND 7B: THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS HAS THE POWER TO ELECT PERSONS OF THE GOVERNING BODY. GOVERNANCE DECISIONS ARE REVIEWED BY THE BOARD AND SUBJECT TO APPROVAL. FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15: THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS PERFORMS A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF COMPARABLE LOCAL AREA NON-PROFIT COMPENSATION PACKAGES AND OTHER MARKET STUDIES TO DETERMINE THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S COMPENSATION. FORM 990, PART III, LINE 3: The Florida Farmer Film program was a prior-year initiative that ended in September 2024. The organization did not conduct activities related to this program during FY25. FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4D: Donations Donations Made To Local Orlando Schools And Churches In Order To Promote After-School Programs In A Safe Environment That Helps Youth Excel In School And Life. Education Programs: Inspiring the Next Generation Education Programs provide hands-on learning experiences that connect students and community members with food, agriculture, nutrition, and environmental stewardship. Through educational programming, farm field trips, and interactive activities at the 4Roots Farm Campus, participants learn where food comes from, how it is grown, and the importance of sustainable food systems. Visitors engage in experiential learning opportunities such as planting seeds, harvesting crops, composting, water conservation, and sustainable farming practices, helping to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world agricultural experiences. The program also includes the Food Heroes Exhibit at the Orlando Science Center, which provides interactive STEM-based education highlighting the roles of farmers, chefs, beekeepers, and other contributors to the food system while promoting nutrition and healthy food choices. Through these experiences, the program fosters environmental responsibility, advances food literacy, and inspires future farmers, chefs, healthcare professionals, and food system leaders to build healthier and more sustainable communities. Culinary Health Institute (CHI) The Culinary Health Institute (CHI) advances a food-first approach to health and wellness through education, research, clinical innovation, and community engagement. In partnership with healthcare providers, community organizations, and industry leaders, CHI promotes the use of nutrition and healthy food as tools to prevent disease, improve health outcomes, and support whole-person care. CHI provides educational programs, culinary instruction, wellness workshops, conferences, and hands-on training that help individuals, families, healthcare professionals, and students better understand the relationship between food and health. Through nutrition-focused initiatives, including Food as Medicine produce programs, participants gain access to fresh, nutrient-dense foods and practical knowledge to support healthy lifestyles and manage chronic health conditions. The program also supports research and education related to sustainable agriculture, nutrition, and preventative healthcare, while fostering collaboration among healthcare, agriculture, and community partners to strengthen the health and well-being of Central Florida residents. Reverse Demand Initiative The Reverse Demand Initiative strengthens local food systems by connecting farms directly with consumers and institutional purchasers through an aggregated produce purchasing network. Working with more than 50 local farms, the program creates reliable market opportunities for farmers while increasing community access to fresh, responsibly grown fruits and vegetables. By shortening the distance between farm and table, the program helps deliver fresher, more nutritious produce, reduce food waste, and lower the environmental impact associated with food transportation. The initiative also supports the economic sustainability of local agriculture by creating consistent demand for locally grown products and strengthening the regional food economy. Through streamlined ordering and distribution systems, the program improves access to seasonal produce for individuals, families, and community partners while advancing the Foundation's mission to build healthier communities through increased availability of fresh, locally sourced food and support for sustainable agriculture. FORM 990, PART VI, LINE 4: Effective September 17, 2025, the organization adopted amended and restated bylaws eliminating members, establishing enhanced board governance provisions including term limits and staggered terms, formalizing conflict-of-interest requirements, and authorizing director compensation. 4ROOTS CAMPUS INC 210 N PARK AVE WINTER PARK FL 32789 880877331 SUPP ORG. FL 501(C)(3) LINE 12A NA true false false false true true false false false false false false false false false false false true false true 4ROOTS CAMPUS INC E,Q 12212775 COST 4ROOTS CAMPUS INC E 1079368 COST 4ROOTS CAMPUS INC d 97816 COST