Nonprofit · EIN 46-2798419
FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION
Tax-exempt · FORT WORTH, TX 76116
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $369,585 | $350,914 | $18,671 | $625,554 | $84,617 | $540,937 |
| June 30, 2024 | 990 | $383,024 | $287,833 | $95,191 | $521,417 | $2,869 | $518,548 |
| June 30, 2023 | 990 | $470,466 | $203,967 | $266,499 | $426,352 | $2,995 | $423,357 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $228,399
- of which government grants
- $55,000
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $6,111
- Net income from fundraising events
- $135,075
- Other revenue
- $135,075
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $35,900
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $80,000
- Other salaries and wages
- $62,495
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $153,397
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $18,017
- Occupancy
- $32,030
- Travel
- $2,794
- Program services (functional)
- $145,077
- Management and general (functional)
- $137,464
- Fundraising (functional)
- $68,373
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $521,417
- Total assets, end of year
- $625,554
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $84,617
- Net assets, end of year
- $540,937
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $540,937
- Gross receipts
- $992,842
- Employees
- 4
- Volunteers
- 250
- Year formed
- 2013
- State of legal domicile
- TX
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanni Julianne Eastman | Executive Director Officer, Key employee | 40 | $80,000 | $0 |
| Crystal Vastine | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $9,055 |
| Russell Kirkpatrick | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Warren Prescott | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Johnathan Lively | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Melissa Mitchell | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Mitch Whitten | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Micheline Kuehn | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jeremy Byrd | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Richard King | Chairman of the Board Officer | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Jacob Ferguson | Director-Treasurer Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lanni Julianne Eastman | Executive Director Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $69,615 |
| Richard King | Chairman of the Board Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| Russell Kirkpatrick | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jacob Ferguson | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Melissa Mitchell | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Michele Sanchez-Soriano | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Mitch Whitten | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Micheline Kuehn | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jeremy Byrd | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Crystal Vastine | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Warren Prescott | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Johnathan Lively | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2023: 13 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LANNI JULIE EASTMAN | DIRECTOR/EXECUTIVE DIRECTO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $69,615 |
| RICHARD KING | CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| RUSSELL KIRKPATRICK | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| JACOB FERGUSON | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| JUNE NAYLOR | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| MELISSA MITCHELL | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| MICHELE SANCHEZ-SORIANO | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| MITCH WHITTEN | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| MICHELINE KUEHN | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| JEREMY BYRD | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| CRYSTAL VASTINE | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| WARREN PRESCOTT | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| JOHNATHAN LIVELY - PARTIAL YEAR | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 6777 CAMP BOWIE BLVD STE 216, FORT WORTH, TX 76116-7157
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Lanni Julianne Eastman, 6777 Camp Bowie Blvd Suite 216, Fort Worth, TX 76116
- Signed the 990
- Lanni Julianne Eastman, Executive Director
- Phone
- (817) 797-2315
- Website
- fwfwf.org
Mission
The Mission Statement of the Fort Worth Food & Wine Foundation is to honor the distinctive nature of the fort Worth cooking, food, beverage, and culinary traditions by promoting national and regional attention to the Fort Worth scene and assisting and sustaining chefs, restaurants, and the local ranches and farming communities to raise funds for local grant programs and culinary scholarships: to elevate the skills and culinary knowledge of the general consumer; and to provide internship experiences for those interested in pursuing a career in public relations or marketing.
Program accomplishments
- Scholarships, Grants, and Community Wellness: The organization fulfills its mission by providing critical financial and professional support to individuals pursuing or advancing careers in the culinary, hospitality, and food and beverage sectors. During the reporting year, the organization executed a multi-faceted support strategy: Emergency Relief & Mental Health: In partnership with the Southern Smoke Foundation, the organization funded six (6) emergency relief grants to hospitality workers facing crises such as medical emergencies or housing instability. Additionally, the organization funded eighteen (18) professional counseling sessions for four (4) industry professionals, addressing the high rates of stress and burnout within the sector to promote long-term workforce retention and resilience. Educational Scholarships: To bolster the talent pipeline, scholarships were awarded to students at The Culinary School of Fort Worth, Texas Christian University (TCU), and Tarrant County College (TCC). These awards covered tuition and essential expenses for students focused on culinary arts, hospitality, and nutrition. Professional Development: The organization sponsored two (2) scholarships for the FAB Conference, an intensive business workshop for women in hospitality. This initiative focused on leadership, operational strategy, and networking, empowering participants to advance into senior management and ownership roles.Expenses $49,085 · grants $35,900
- Special Events, Economic Support, and Market Access The organization utilizes ticketed special events, including the Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival and the Night Market event, to generate charitable support while providing direct economic benefits to local businesses. These activations serve as a platform for visibility and brand expansion: Financial Stipends: To ensure inclusivity and reduce barriers for emerging businesses, the organization distributed stipends to over 100 food and beverage participants. Stipends ranged from $400 to $500 per event, helping to offset the significant costs of food production, staffing, and logistics. Notably, these stipends were honored even for events canceled due to inclement weather (e.g., Rise + Dine), ensuring the financial stability of participating vendors. Market Exposure: The 2025 Festival introduced 20 new food participants to the regional market. According to post-event surveys of 130+ attendees, 100% of respondents were exposed to at least one new culinary participant, and 60% engaged with a brand they had not previously experienced, directly stimulating local economic growth and consumer discovery.Expenses $51,000
- CRAFT Conference - Workforce Development - The CRAFT Conference (Career Conference for the Next Generation of Hospitality Leaders) serves as the organization's flagship youth education initiative. This program bridges the gap between secondary education and professional careers for high school juniors and seniors: Equitable Access: Provided at no cost to 279 students from Tarrant and surrounded counties, the conference offered a comprehensive curriculum spanning culinary arts, agriculture, tourism, and hotel management. Industry Mentorship: Programming included a keynote speaker and ten (10) specialized breakout sessions led by industry experts. Topics focused on entrepreneurship, technical mastery, and operational excellence. Applied Learning Pathway: CRAFT serves as a prerequisite for the organization's hands-on volunteer program at the Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival. Under the supervision of Career and Technical Education (CTE) instructors, students gain real-world experience in customer service and event operations, creating a tangible pathway from the classroom to the professional workforce.Expenses $44,992
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 46-2798419
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2014
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Food, agriculture and nutrition (K99)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $625,554
- Income (IRS master file)
- $992,842
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | $369,585 | $350,914 | $625,554 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2024 | $383,024 | $287,833 | $521,417 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2023 | $470,466 | $203,967 | $426,352 | XML |
| 990 | June 2022 | $170,840 | $213,451 | $158,894 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 46-2798419).
Questions about FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION
- What is the EIN of FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION is 46-2798419.
- Is FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2014.
- Are donations to FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Lanni Julianne Eastman.
- Who are the officers and directors of FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 11 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $80,000 (Lanni Julianne Eastman, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does FORT WORTH FOOD & WINE FOUNDATION have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $369,585, expenses of $350,914 and total assets of $625,554 at year end.
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