Means Database Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Washington, DC, that operates as a food recovery platform. The organization was founded in 2015 and became tax-exempt in February 2016. In January 2024, the organization rebranded to FoodRecovery.org while maintaining the same team and mission.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$832K
+14.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$113.5M
Grant Count
108
Avg Grant Size
$1.1M
Mission & Focus Areas
Means Database Inc operates under the mission of addressing two interconnected issues: reducing food waste and redirecting surplus food to feed people facing food insecurity. The organization is categorized under Food Service and Free Food Distribution Programs (NTEE code K30).
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization operates nationally across the United States, with documented activity in multiple cities including Philadelphia, Orlando, and Salt Lake City. The organization has regional operations and volunteer coordination in California.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2024 (Most Recent):
- Total Assets: $832,491
- Total Revenue: $161,641,196
- Total Expenses: $161,561,055
- Number of Employees: 14
2023:
- Total Assets: $728,200
- Total Revenue: $102,268,690
- Total Expenses: $102,096,988
- Number of Employees: 16
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $832,491 | $728,200 | $519,190 |
| Revenue | $161,641,196 | $102,268,690 | $1,013,026 |
| Expenses | $161,561,055 | $102,096,988 | $668,990 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $10,825 | — | — |
| 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
51 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Farm Share ($26,670,327), Hands of Hope ($11,771,179), El Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Ban ($7,864,514).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Agape Distribution Sidney, OH | — | $1,790,389 |
| Alameda County Community Food Bank Oakland, CA | — | $509,600 |
| Blessings of Hope Leola, PA | — | $663,610 |
| Arm Full of Help New York, NY | — | $2,910,957 |
| Cache Community Food Pantry Logan, UT | — | $10,343 |
| Billing Food Bank Billings, MT | — | $50,073 |
| Birch Community Services Portland, OR | — | $110,113 |
| BMore Community Food Baltimore, MD | — | $624,206 |
| Borderlands Produce Rescue Nogales, AZ | — | $67,630 |
| California Emergency Foodlink Sacramento, CA | — | $306,857 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Maria Rose Belding is listed as the Principal Officer of the organization.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samantha Paul | Executive Director | 36 | $69,932 |
| Grant Nelson | Board Member | 8 | — |
| Maria Rose Belding | Chair | 5 | — |
| Julia Shullman | Board Member | 2 | — |
Recent Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In 2023, the organization recovered and distributed over 52 million pounds of food and supplies nationwide. The organization received additional funding from the Grubhub Community Fund to support the Community Meal Program. In 2024, the organization recovered 81,386,380 pounds of food, drinks, and other essential items through its core food recovery program.
[PDF] Return of Organization Exempt From Income TaxSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Means Database Inc fund?
Means Database Inc operates under the mission of addressing two interconnected issues: reducing food waste and redirecting surplus food to feed people facing food insecurity. The organization is categorized under Food Service and Free Food Distribution Programs (NTEE code K30).
Where does Means Database Inc make grants?
The organization operates nationally across the United States, with documented activity in multiple cities including Philadelphia, Orlando, and Salt Lake City. The organization has regional operations and volunteer coordination in California.
What size grants does Means Database Inc award?
In 2024, Means Database Inc awarded 108 grants totaling $113.5M — an average of about $1.1M per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Means Database Inc's EIN?
Means Database Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-4262060. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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