EIN 81-1251197

Food System 6 Accelerator

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
4
Year formed
2016
Most recent tax filings
2022-12-01
Description
Food System 6 Accelerator supports the transformation of how we grow, produce, and distribute food towards a just and regenerative food system. The organization runs a comprehensive accelerator program to achieve this goal and is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Total revenues
$223,721
2022
Total expenses
$395,159
2022
Total assets
$200,428
2022
Num. employees
4
2022

Program areas at Food System 6 Accelerator

Food System 6 ("fs6") ) is a non-profit based in the san francisco bay area whose mission is to support the transformation of how we grow, produce, and distribute Food towards a just and regenerative Food system.the organization runs a comprehensive Accelerator program that mentors both for-profit and non-profit entrepreneurs by coaching them through a wide range of business and organizational needs. Fs6 also works to educate stakeholders on the unique capital needs as related to trasforming the Food System towards one that is optimized for the health of people and planet. The fs6 program prioritizes working with entrepreneurs who are building a Food System that focuses on health, sustainability, and justice - whether through food-tech, supply chain, or access-focused solutions.in addition, fs6 runs programs and performs research on the economics of supporting farmers in their conversion to regnerative agricultural practices. This work focuses on scaling sustainable solutions, building networks of connectivity, restoring biological and cultural diversity, positively impacting health outcomes for everyone, and nurturing both our soils and our spirits.

Who funds Food System 6 Accelerator

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Grantham Foundation for the Protection of the EnvironmentNatural Resource Conservation and Protection$500,000
Village CapitalFinancial Support for Early-Stage Social Venture Committed To Promoting Equity and Economic Well-Being.$30,000
The Keith Campbell Foundation for the EnvironmentGeneral Support$15,000
...and 1 more grant received

Personnel at Food System 6 Accelerator

NameTitleCompensation
Caesare AssadChief Executive Officer$71,313
Patrick AhernChief Operating Officer$36,346
Peter HerzSecretary$0
Renske LyndePresident / Chief Executive Officer$0
Caesare AssadfinalPast Chief Executive Officer$160,000
...and 1 more key personnel

Financials for Food System 6 Accelerator

RevenuesFYE 12/2022
Total grants, contributions, etc.$223,702
Program services$0
Investment income and dividends$19
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$223,721

Form 990s for Food System 6 Accelerator

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-11-11990View PDF
2022-122023-11-10990View PDF
2021-122022-11-14990View PDF
2020-122021-11-11990View PDF
2019-122021-04-02990View PDF
...and 3 more Form 990s

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Data update history
January 18, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
January 13, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
December 24, 2023
Received grants
Identified 6 new grant, including a grant for $50,000 from Marin Community Foundation
November 25, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
June 3, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
Research centersFood and nutrition programsCharities
Issues
Science and technologyHuman servicesFood and nutrition
Characteristics
Conducts researchTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
541 Jefferson Ave 100
Redwood City, CA 94063
Metro area
San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley, CA
Website URL
foodsystem6.org/ 
Phone
(650) 761-4752
IRS details
EIN
81-1251197
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2016
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
K00: Food, Agriculture, and Nutrition: General
NAICS code, primary
5417: Scientific Research and Development Services
Parent/child status
Independent
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