2023-2024 Annual Impact Report
A Practitioner-Led Approach to Movement-Building Across the Food Chain
A snapshot of impact, learnings, and next-steps from GJF's 2023–2024 grantees. Download the full report to explore details.
$9M+
Total Awarded
57
Grantees Funded
5
Key Organization Types
What's Inside & Why It Matters
Since 2023, the Growing Justice Fund has awarded over $9 million to 57 grantees advancing infrastructure, policy, and organizing, and Native food pathway initiatives to shift values-based procurement.
Infrastructure & Equipment
Infrastructure & equipment was the top funding category: accounting for nearly 50% of all dollars awarded ($4.2M+), directly strengthening storage, processing, production, and distribution capacity.
48% of total funding
Organization Diversity
More than 70% of Growing Justice funding and grantees fall within five key food-system organization types, including Indigenous Food Sovereignty organizations, producer cooperatives, distribution hubs, and community coalitions.
72% in key organization types
Feature artwork by Favianna Rodriguez
Who We Funded & Where the Work Is Happening
Our investments are strategically directed toward communities that need it most, with significant focus on areas experiencing higher poverty rates and food insecurity.
Top State
$1.095M
New Mexico received the largest share of funding
SNAP Participation
70%
of grantee counties exceed national SNAP participation levels
Poverty Focus
17.4%
Average poverty rate in grantee counties vs 12.4% nationally
Poverty rates are higher where GJF funds are invested:
Our strategic focus on underserved communities ensures that resources reach those who need them most, creating lasting impact in areas experiencing economic challenges.
Lessons & Recommendations
Building Shared Learning
Download below to see how the Growing Justice Fund is working to improve impact and accountability in our grantmaking approach to build shared learning among grantees, practitioners, and the communities they serve.
Impact
Measuring and maximizing the effectiveness of our grantmaking
Accountability
Ensuring transparency and responsibility in our approach
Community
Building connections among grantees and practitioners
Who Should Download
This report is especially valuable for:
Foundations & Funders
Foundations, funders, and philanthropists working toward equitable food systems
Community Organizations
Community-based organizations, nonprofits, and social enterprises involved in good food purchasing, food justice, or agricultural equity
Researchers & Policymakers
Researchers, policymakers, and advocates looking for data on food insecurity, underserved producers, and regional equity
Institutional Purchasers
Institutional purchasers (schools, hospitals, public agencies) exploring partnerships with BIPOC/Indigenous producers
Food Justice Advocates
Anyone interested in systemic food justice and racial equity
"We were so happy to apply for this grant and utilize it to make a huge difference in our community in a direct impact. These funds have allowed us to ensure that formerly incarcerated individuals have access to clean, healthy, sustainable food as well. I would encourage anyone who wants to make a difference and an impact in their community in food justice to apply."
— PG ChangeMakers
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