Nonprofit · EIN 94-2772549
FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC
Tax-exempt · EUREKA, CA 95502
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2025 | 990 | $8,913,421 | $7,802,961 | $1,110,460 | $12,931,145 | $173,263 | $12,757,882 |
| September 30, 2024 | 990 | $7,892,696 | $7,420,703 | $471,993 | $11,809,894 | $162,472 | $11,647,422 |
| September 30, 2023 | 990 | $8,518,924 | $6,723,328 | $1,795,596 | $11,301,273 | $125,844 | $11,175,429 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $8,807,419
- of which government grants
- $1,419,484
- Program service revenue
- $14,354
- Investment income
- $91,648
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $5,149,574
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $129,295
- Other salaries and wages
- $1,106,943
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $1,593,322
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Occupancy
- $127,302
- Travel
- $51,677
- Depreciation
- $316,101
- Program services (functional)
- $7,277,836
- Management and general (functional)
- $213,299
- Fundraising (functional)
- $311,826
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $11,809,894
- Total assets, end of year
- $12,931,145
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $173,263
- Net assets, end of year
- $12,757,882
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $7,685,260
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $11,002,152
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $1,755,730
- Gross receipts
- $8,913,421
- Employees
- 28
- Volunteers
- 312
- Year formed
- 1979
- State of legal domicile
- CA
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 September 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARLY ROBBINS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Officer | 40 | $117,561 | $11,734 |
| GARY BIRD | PRESIDENT Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| JOAN LEVY | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| SCOTT THOMPSON | SECRETARY Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ASHLIEGH DIEHL | TREASURER Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ROGER JAMES | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ALYSIA BIXLER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| GRETA STOCKWELL | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ANNIE BOLICK-FLOSS | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| CURTIS DAVID | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2024: 11 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARLY ROBBINS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Officer | 40 | $100,000 | $10,996 |
| GARY BIRD | PRESIDENT Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| JOAN LEVY | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| SCOTT THOMPSON | SECRETARY Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ASHLIEGH DIEHL | TREASURER Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ROGER JAMES | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| CHAD KAUL | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ALYSIA BIXLER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| KINTAY JOHNSON | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| GRETA STOCKWELL | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ANNIE BOLICK-FLOSS | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ANNE HOLCOMB | FMR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Officer | 40 | $112,471 | $14,286 |
| CARLY ROBBINS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Officer | 40 | $97,965 | $7,627 |
| GARY BIRD | PRESIDENT Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| JOAN LEVY | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| SCOTT THOMPSON | SECRETARY Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| TOM KINGSHILL | TREASURER Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| DEAN HART | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ANNE HARTLINE | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| ROGER JAMES | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
| DORINA ESPINOZA | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 4 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 4922, EUREKA, CA 95502-4922
- In care of
- % ANNE HOLCOMB
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- CARLY ROBBINS, PO BOX 4922, EUREKA, CA 95502
- Signed the 990
- CARLY ROBBINS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- Phone
- (707) 445-3166
- Website
- WWW.FOODFORPEOPLE.ORG
- Return prepared by
- West Davis & Company LLP
California records
California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 94-2772549 or by the name FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC.
- Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers
- Registration status and filed reports (CT-TR-1, RRF-1)
- Secretary of State, bizfile Online
- Corporation status, entity number, agent for service
- Franchise Tax Board
- Entity status letter (state tax exemption, good standing)
Mission
FOOD FOR PEOPLE IS WORKING TO ELIMINATE HUNGER AND IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH ACCESS TO HEALTHY AND NUTRITIOUS FOODS, COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY.
Program accomplishments
- FOOD FOR PEOPLES FOOD DISTRIBUTION SERVICES INCLUDE SEVERAL INITIATIVES TO PROVIDE HUNGER RELIEF SERVICES IN HUMBOLDT COUNTY. THE PANTRY NETWORK THAT PROVIDES FOOD FOR 26 PANTRIES AND TWO CONGREGATE MEAL PROGRAMS (SOUP KITCHENS) THROUGHOUT HUMBOLDT COUNTY. THE CHOICE PANTRY SERVES INDIVIDUALS AND HOUSEHOLDS LIVING IN THE GREATER EUREKA AREA USING THE CHOICE STYLE OF FOOD DISTRIBUTION WHICH INVITES PEOPLE TO SELECT THE FOODS THEY WANT AND THAT FIT THEIR DIETARY OR CULTURAL NEEDS. THE MOBILE PRODUCE PANTRY TAKES A REFRIGERATED TRUCK FULL OF FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES TO SPECIFIC LOCATIONS ACROSS HUMBOLDT COUNTY FOR DISTRIBUTION ON A MONTHLY SCHEDULE. THE FREE PRODUCE MARKETS PROVIDE SEASONAL FREE FARMERS MARKET-STYLE PRODUCE DISTRIBUTIONS FOR LOW- INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES. THE NONPROFIT NETWORK ALLOWS LOCAL NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS SERVING LOW-INCOME CHILDREN AND/OR ADULTS TO ACCESS DONATED FOODS AT A LOW, PER POUND COST ESTABLISHED BY FEEDING AMERICA. THE EMERGENCY AND COMMUNITY FOOD RESPONSE PROGRAM WORKS WITH COMMUNITY PARTNERS THROUGHOUT HUMBOLDT COUNTY TO MAKE FOOD AVAILABLE TO HOUSEHOLDS EXPERIENCING HARDSHIPS DUE TO NATURAL DISASTERS INCLUDING WILDFIRES, EARTHQUAKES, WINTER STORMS AND MORE. OVERHEAD AND LABOR ASSOCIATED WITH RECEIVING, TRANSPORTATION, AND LOGISTICS OF THE DISTRIBUTION PROGRAMS; INCLUDING TRACKING COSTS FOR FOOD DONATED AT COMMODITY PRICES IS DONE BY THE ORGANIZATIONS WAREHOUSE.Expenses $6,507,164 · grants $5,149,574 · revenue $14,354
- FOOD FOR PEOPLE OPERATES SENIOR & CHILD NUTRITION PROGRAMS SPECIFIC TO POPULATIONS WHO ARE ESPECIALLY VULNERABLE TO THE NEGATIVE EFFECTS OF HUNGER AND FOOD INSECURITY. THE COMMODITY SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD PROGRAM PROVIDES A 30-40 POUND BOX OF NUTRITIOUS FOOD MONTHLY FOR INCOME-ELIGIBLE SENIORS (AGE 60 AND OLDER). ALL BOXES COME WITH THE ADDITION OF BREAD AND UP TO 10 LBS OF FRESH PRODUCE. THE SENIOR BROWN BAG PROGRAM HAS BEEN OPERATING SINCE 1987 AND PROVIDES A MONTHLY BAG OF GROCERIES FOR LOW INCOME SENIOR HOUSEHOLDS AT 16 SITES COUNTYWIDE. DRIVE-THROUGH DISTRIBUTIONS ARE OFFERED AT SITES THAT CAN ACCOMMODATE THE VEHICLE TRAFFIC. VOLUNTEER DRIVERS DELIVER TO THOSE WHO ARE UNABLE TO PICK UP THE FOOD ON THEIR OWN. THE HOMEBOUND DELIVERY PROGRAM PROVIDES A MONTHLY BAG OF GROCERIES FOR ADULTS UNDER AGE 60 WHO ARE TOO ILL OR DISABLED TO LEAVE THEIR HOMES. REFERRALS ARE ACCEPTED FROM HOSPITALS, MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS, SOCIAL WORKERS, ETC. THE BACKPACKS FOR KIDS PROGRAM PROVIDES A BAG OF KID-FRIENDLY FOOD EVERY FRIDAY DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE CONSIDERED AT RISK FOR HUNGER OVER THE WEEKEND. THE KIDS SUMMER FOOD PROGRAM OFFERS WEEKLY FOOD BOXES AT SIX SITES IN HOOPA, WILLOW CREEK, MANILA, LOLETA, BRIDGEVILLE AND REDWAY WHICH ARE CONSIDERED MORE REMOTE AND RURAL AREAS WHERE RESOURCES ARE LESS AVAILABLE. THE NONPERISHABLE FOODS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY FRESH PRODUCE FROM LOCAL FARMS THANKS TO OUR LOCALLY DELICIOUS FARMER FUND.Expenses $608,114
- FOOD FOR PEOPLES COMMUNITY OUTREACH SERVICES AIM TO ENGAGE CLIENTS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS BY PROVIDING TOOLS AND RESOURCES TO ELIMINATE HUNGER AND CREATE A HEALTHY COMMUNITY. THE CALFRESH OUTREACH PROGRAMS HELP HOUSEHOLDS APPLY AND RECERTIFY FOR CALFRESH. THE NUTRITION EDUCATION PROGRAM OFFERS COOKING VIDEOS, COOKING DEMOS, TASTE TESTS, AND RECIPES TO ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO EAT HEALTHY ON A BUDGET. THE ADVOCACY PROGRAM WORKS WITH PARTNERS THROUGHOUT THE STATE TO IDENTIFY POLICIES, PROGRAMS AND LEGISLATION THAT REDUCE HUNGER AND POVERTY AT THE LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL LEVELS. THE LOCAL FOOD RESOURCES PROGRAM IDENTIFIES AND DIVERTS LOCAL FOODS TO THE FOOD BANK FOR DISTRIBUTION. THE GLEANING PROGRAM ACCESSES DONATIONS OF FRESH LOCAL PRODUCE AND MEATS FROM COMMERCIAL FARMS, ORCHARDS, FARMERS MARKETS AND RANCHERS. THE FOOD DRIVE PROGRAM COLLECTS NONPERISHABLE FOOD COMMUNITY FOOD DRIVES AND EVENTS.Expenses $162,558
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 September, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | September 30, 2026 | February 16, 2027 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | September 30, 2025 | February 17, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | September 30, 2024 | February 18, 2025 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 94-2772549
- 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
- 1982
- Accounting year ends
- September
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Food, agriculture and nutrition (K31Z)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $12,931,145
- Income (IRS master file)
- $8,913,421
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | September 2025 | $8,913,421 | $7,802,961 | $12,931,145 | XML |
| 990 | September 2024 | $7,892,696 | $7,420,703 | $11,809,894 | XML |
| 990 | September 2023 | $8,518,924 | $6,723,328 | $11,301,273 | XML |
| 990 | September 2022 | $7,350,692 | $5,230,441 | $10,064,686 | IRS |
| 990 | September 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 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 94-2772549).
Questions about FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC
- What is the EIN of FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC is 94-2772549.
- Is FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1982.
- Are donations to FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC 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 FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending September 30, 2026) is due February 16, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended September 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 names CARLY ROBBINS.
- Who are the officers and directors of FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 lists 10 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $117,561 (CARLY ROBBINS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR).
- How much revenue does FOOD FOR PEOPLE INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $8,913,421, expenses of $7,802,961 and total assets of $12,931,145 at year end.
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