From public IRS filings
CIVIL EATS
COTATI, CA · Food, Agriculture & Nutrition
Mission
Civil Eats is a daily news source for critical thought about the American food system. We publish stories that shift the conversation around sustainable agriculture in an effort to build economically and socially just communities.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$1.1M
Total expenses
$1.1M
Total assets
$1.6M
Program expense ratio
73%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds CIVIL EATS
$2.7M in foundation grants on record from 31 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Community Trust | $775K | 4 |
| Schmidt Family Foundation | $525K | 2 |
| Vanguard Charitable Endowment Program | $300K | 3 |
| Elizabeth R & William J Patterson Foundation | $200K | 2 |
| Community Foundation for San Benito County | $155K | 3 |
| Marin Community Foundation | $105K | 3 |
| Clif Family Foundation | $80K | 2 |
| First Nations Development Institute | $80K | 2 |
| Panta Rhea Foundation | $60K | 1 |
| Ida and Robert Gordon Family Foundation | $55K | 3 |
Leadership
Naomi Starkman — CEO President of the Board (Principal officer)
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