2023-10-12T09:29:38-07:00 2022-12-31 311717077 Support Kansas City 6750 Antioch Rd Suite 305 Merriam KS 66204 990 2022-01-01 472377396 FOOD EQUALITY INITIATIVE INC FOOD 8168000884 10000 Marshall Dr Lenexa KS 66215 Alicia Poole President 8165888402 2023-10-12 1 1 Karen Cubbage P01286851 9138314752 2023-10-12 1 11 1 AAL2 2022 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z X Erin Martinez 10000 Marshall Dr Lenexa KS 66215 619546 0 X www.foodequalityinitiative.org X 2014 KS Food Equality Initiative fights for nutrition security and health equity for all through increasing access to nourishing food as medicine. 10 10 6 15 0 0 1122711 618550 215 996 9722 0 5124 0 1137772 619546 381538 254924 0 0 284371 285934 12250 3136 98217 253482 190276 931641 734270 206131 -114724 430658 332577 3808 20450 426850 312127 Food Equality Initiative fights for nutrition security and health equity for all through increasing access to nourishing food as medicine. 0 0 375338 254924 996 In 2022, Food Equality Initiative (FEI) implemented an updated mission: Food Equality Initiative fights for nutrition security and health equity for all. This update allowed FEI to fully embrace food as medicine. Food Is Medicine Access Program (FIMAP) is FEI's direct service program that provided clients with a monthly voucher of $155 and home delivery of voucher-purchased and self-selected food from an online marketplace. Selected foods met their diet and preference needs. In 2022, FEI provided over $310,825.00 in nourishing foods to 264 clients enrolled in FIMAP which equals an increase in the number of people served by more than 15% from 2021 to 2022. With increased access to appropriate foods, clients were able to improve their quality of life. Our partnership with Northwestern University strengthens our evidence-based approach as the first follow up study to our initial research study with Stanford University. The studies look at nutrition intervention for patients with food allergies. The Advocacy program served as a voice for low-income individuals diagnosed with a diet-treated and managed condition through raising awareness, civic engagement, and community organizing. In April 2020, FEI had its first article in a major journal published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice titled, "Food Insecure and Allergic in a Pandemic: A Vulnerable Population." In 2022, FEI participated in and contributed to Proceedings of a Roundtable Conducted by the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology on Racial Disparities in Atopic Dermatitis and Food Allergy which was published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 12/16/2022. FEI also strengthened research efforts through our science alliance to include Northwestern University and Baylor/Texas Children's. Through the education program, clients are instructed in how to understand food labels and ingredients and how to thrive with a diet-treated condition. In 2022, FEI continued to publish the Free-From Magazine to provide client centered education. This lifestyle magazine shares the health journey of one of our clients, recipes, tips from experts and patients. 107240 0 0 The Advocacy program serves as a voice for low-income individuals diagnosed with a diet-treated and managed condition through raising awareness, civic engagement, and community organizing. In April 2020, FEI had its first article in a major journal published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology: In Practice titled, "Food Insecure and Allergic in a Pandemic: A Vulnerable Population." In 2022, FEI participated in and contributed to Proceedings of a Roundtable Conducted by the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology on Racial Disparities in Atopic Dermatitis and Food Allergy which was published in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 12/16/2022. FEI also strengthened research efforts through our science alliance to include Northwestern University and Baylor/Texas Children's. 53620 0 0 Through the education program, clients are instructed in how to understand food labels and ingredients, how to thrive with food allergy and/or celiac disease diagnosis, and are informed on where to shop for allergen-free and gluten-free foods. In 2022, FEI continued to publish the Free-From Magazine to provide client centered education. 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RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Schedule C, Part II-B, Line 1 Food Equality Initiative participated in state-level lobbying activities, including signing on to a letter of support urging Kansas lawmakers to pass a straight-forward bill to end the food sales tax and submitted a letter of support for HB 3002, for Asthma and Allergy Equipment and Training for all of Missouri's public schools. Broader lobbying activities conducted in 2022 include co-authoring a letter on behalf of the Food Allergy Collaborative to the White Conference on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health bringing awareness to the experiences of the food allergy and celiac disease communities in this space; submitted a comment for the Women Infant & Children (WIC) nutritional package's cereal requirements to the Office of Management and Budget; and participated in a virtual roundtable discussion on Increasing the Diversity of Patient and Caregiver Engagement for the University of Maryland, joining 12 other speakers from advocacy organizations to individual caregivers across the country. Five FDA representatives attended to listen and understand why we should care about surveying a diverse population when developing drugs. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9838 9838 0 0 619546 0 0 0 0 0 619546 0 0 0 619546 734269 0 0 0 0 0 734269 0 1 1 734270 Schedule D, Part XII, Line 4b Rounding 1 Assistance provided includes subsidized access to nourishing food as medicine, education, and advocacy. 264 0 254924 Fair Market Value Assistance provided including, but not limited to items such as gluten-free breads, pastas, baking mixes, and flour; allergen-free, low-sugar, and low sodium snacks such as granola bars, breakfast bars, seed bars, popcorn, and pretzels; dairy-free milk alternatives; egg-free substitutes such as applesauce; protein sources such as beef jerky, variety of nut and seed butters; and ready meals such as soups and Indian lentils and rice. Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 Procedures for monitoring: There are two qualifications for services. (1) You must have a Rx Diet Order Form completed by your doctor confirming that you have a diet-treated or managed condition. (2) You must be at or below 250% of FPL. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Board members are emailed a draft of the 990 before the 990 is filed. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c The organization requires all officers and board members to annually complete and sign a conflict of interest statement. Should any potential conflicts of interest be disclosed, the board member or officer would be asked to refrain from participation in any deliberation or decision with regard to matters in the affected relationship. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 When establishing compensation for officers and other positions the board referenced the UMKC Midwest Center for Nonprofit Leadership salary survey report. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Upon Request Form 990, Part IX, Line 2 Free From Marketplace, Inc. (FFM) is a for profit entity incorporated in 2021 and organized by the Organization's former Executive Director. The Organization and FFM share a common focus of improving the lives of people diagnosed with food allergies or celiac disease. FFM focuses specifically on providing access to personalized, nutritious groceries for those living with chronic health conditions. In February 2021, the Organization entered into a Services Agreement with FFM to provide food delivery, storage, and access to an e-commerce marketplace to clients of the Organization. During the years ended December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Organization paid FFM $328,825 and $175,831, respectively, for these services which is reported as program expenses in the statement of functional expense. In February 2021, the Organization entered into a contribution and assignment agreement with FFM, in which the Organization contributed and assigned certain assets and intellectual property to FFM. In exchange for the Organization's contribution, FFM agreed to pay $70,000 of expenses incurred by the Organization in developing and creating the contributed assets. The contributed assets consist of the ecommerce website and website materials, trademarks, user information, permits and licenses, tangible personal property and contracts. As of December 31, 2022 and 2021, the Organization has a receivable balance in the amount of $0 and $70,000, respectively, due from FFM, which is included with grants and contributions receivable on the statements of financial position. In January 2022, the Organization entered into an Independent Contractor Agreement with the former Executive Director of the Organization and Founder of FFM (Contractor), to provide consulting services to the Organization. Per the agreement, the Contractor will provide services to the Organization starting January 1, 2022 through September 30, 2022, or until services are no longer needed by the organization. The Contractor will be paid for up to 25 hours/month at an hourly rate of $125 by the Organization. The Contractor was paid $14,488 in 2022. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g Marketing and contract services. Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Rounding