Food Export USA - Northeast
Food Export USA - Northeast is a 501(c)(6) business league organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Established in 1975, it operates as one of four nationwide State Regional Trade Groups (SRTGs) dedicated to helping U.S. food and agricultural companies sell their products in international markets. The organization specifically focuses on assisting small and medium-sized companies located in the U.S. Northeast in the exportation of agricultural products.
Key facts about Food Export USA - Northeast
- EIN
- 23-7422643
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $7,387,519
- Grants made (2024)
- 134
- Average grant
- $55,131
- Median grant
- $26,738
- New grantees (estimate)
- 25% first-time grantees (34 of 134, 2024)
- Total assets
- $3,939,069
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (40% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
Who Food Export USA - Northeast funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Food Export USA - Northeast's 134 itemized 2024 grants were New Jersey (40%), New York (30%) and Pennsylvania (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (13 grants), Brooklyn, NY (9 grants), Piscataway, NJ (3 grants) and Bayonne, NJ (3 grants). None of its 134 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Branded Program" (134 grants).
Is Food Export USA - Northeast open to new grantees?
25%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 34 of 134 grantees (25%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $29K; repeat grants $64K. How we count
Medians: $14K first-time, $35K repeat.
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$3.9M
-4.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$7.4M
+21.6% YoY
Grant Count
134
-0.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$55K
+22.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To assist small and medium companies located in the U.S. Northeast in the exportation of agricultural products.
Food Export USA - Northeast collaborates with member state agricultural promotion agencies and the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the USDA under the Market Access Program (MAP) to deliver services in three core areas:
- Exporter education
- Market entry
- Market promotion
The organization's work spans international development and relief services, with a primary focus on food, agriculture, and nutrition sectors.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization serves the Northeast region of the United States, with documented activity in New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 134 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Fiscal Year (2023):
- Total revenues: $13,422,838
- Total expenses: $13,333,610
- Total assets: $4,118,300
- Total liabilities: $1,220,000
Historical Financial Performance:
- 2023 total giving: $7,504,993
- Assets (2023): $3,939,069
The organization has demonstrated consistent financial stability and operational growth over its 52-year history.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $3,939,069 | $4,118,300 | $4,475,058 |
| Revenue | $14,545,540 | $13,422,838 | $14,431,820 |
| Expenses | $14,540,882 | $13,333,610 | $14,416,432 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $33 | $155 | $196 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
583 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Food Export USA - Northeast
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include International American Supermarkets Corp ($423,443), Knouse Food Inc ($380,796), Lovebug Nutrition Inc ($332,496).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| INTERNATIONAL AMERICAN SUPERMARKETS CORP Piscataway, NJ | BRANDED PROGRAM | $423,443 |
| KNOUSE FOOD INC Peach Glen, PA | BRANDED PROGRAM | $380,796 |
| LOVEBUG NUTRITION INC New York, NY | BRANDED PROGRAM | $332,496 |
| SEA BREEZE FRUIT FLAVORS INC Towaco, NJ | BRANDED PROGRAM | $305,838 |
| RASTELLI BROTHERS INC- RASTELLI FOODS Swedesboro, NJ | BRANDED PROGRAM | $276,087 |
| ALEXANDER MINN WINE GROUP Scarsdale, NY | BRANDED PROGRAM | $255,568 |
| MEHADRIN DAIRY CORP Elizabeth, NJ | BRANDED PROGRAM | $229,639 |
| LIBER CHOCOLATE AND FOOD PRODUCTS DBA LIEBERS KOSHER FOOD Bayonne, NJ | BRANDED PROGRAM | $225,555 |
| GLOBAL EXPORT MARKETING CO LTD New York, NY | BRANDED PROGRAM | $217,038 |
| ROYAL WINE CORPORATION Bayonne, NJ | BRANDED PROGRAM | $215,822 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Principal Officer: Brendan Wilson
The organization maintains a staff of 21-25 dedicated professionals.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryan Hurlburt | President | 2 | — |
| Anson Tebbetts | Vice President | 2 | — |
| Ashley Randle | Secretary and Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Kenneth Ayars | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Richard Ball | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Amanda Beal | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Shawn Jasper | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Russell Redding | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Michael Scuse | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Edward Wengryn | Board Member | 2 | — |
| Joe Atchison | Board Member Until March 2024 | 2 | — |
| Brendan Wilson | Executive Director / CEO | 40 | — |
| Robert Lowe | Chief Financial Officer | 40 | — |
| Laura England | Deputy Director / Chief Communications Officer | 40 | $136,882 |
| Gina Donio | Communications Program Manager | 40 | $115,390 |
Recent Activity & Impact
Recent developments and announcements
In 2024, Food Export USA - Northeast served over 1,100 participants, resulting in actual export sales of $574 million. In 2023, the organization served over 1,300 participants with export sales reaching $587 million. The organization maintains a documented 52-year history of generating strong returns on invested resources.
USDA Awards $212M in Export Funds to Farm Trade ... - AgrolatamContact Information
Address: 1617 John F Kennedy Boulevard, Suite 420, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Phone: 215-599-9111
Website: foodexport.org
EIN: 23-7422643
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Food Export USA - Northeast fund?
**Mission:** To assist small and medium companies located in the U.S. Northeast in the exportation of agricultural products. Food Export USA - Northeast collaborates with member state agricultural promotion agencies and the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) of the USDA under the Market Access Program (MAP) to deliver services in three core areas: • Exporter education • Market entry • Market promotion The organization's work spans international development and relief services, with a primary fo…
Where does Food Export USA - Northeast make grants?
The organization serves the Northeast region of the United States, with documented activity in New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts.
What size grants does Food Export USA - Northeast award?
In 2024, Food Export USA - Northeast awarded 134 grants totaling $7.4M — an average of about $55K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Food Export USA - Northeast's EIN?
Food Export USA - Northeast's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 23-7422643. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.