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.
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
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 | — | — | — |
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
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Food Export Usa - Northeast
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
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 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
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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