Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc
501(c)(3) Donations tax-deductible
96% goes to programs $2 to raise $100 Declining revenue
Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Indianapolis, Indiana, registered in 1980, with $155,770,403 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A+, and it directs about 96% of spending to programs.
3737 Waldemere Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46241 EIN 35-1483868 Since 1980
Revenue (FY2024)
$155.8M
▼ 6.5% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2024)
$150.8M
Net assets
$73.5M
Employees
138
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A+
A+Program efficiency40% of the rating96% to programs · $2 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc: 96% to programs · $2 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating6 mo reserves · +3% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc: 6 mo reserves · +3% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Gleaners' mission is to be a leader in the fight against hunger
What they do
Since the covid-19 pandemic began in march 2020, food insecurity has risen dramatically around the globe. gleaners' 21-county service area is no different. programs and services have had to adjust to accommodate both increased need and the realities of serving in a time of social distancing. feeding america estimates over 378,000 hoosiers are dealing with food insecurity in our service area. even more concerning, nearly 1 in 4 children are faced with hunger. our programs focus on feeding families healthy, nutritious food, including fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meat and protein, dairy, and shelf-stable options that can be used to create meals. mobile pantries, school-based pantries, and a growing network of agency partners and community centers join together to meet the growing need. programs focused on nutrition, including summer nutrition club for kids, cooking matters and nutritionhub.org are geared toward improving the overall health of those we serve. snap outreach, including a snap hotline, assist clients with application and qualifications for financial assistance for food purchases. our ultimate goal is to provide food for today and hope for tomorrow, offering those who are ready a hand up to a path of self-sufficiency.
Contact & location
- Address
- 3737 Waldemere Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46241
- City
- Indianapolis
- State
- Indiana
- Category
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- Subcategory
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- Phone
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Financial trends
Revenue grew from $54.7M (FY2013) to $155.8M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $9.3MNet assets $73.5M
Operating margin
3.2%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$82.8M
Total liabilities
$9.3M
Net assets
$73.5M
Salaries & benefits
$14.4M
10% of expenses
Board members
20
20 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $155,770,403▼6.5% | $150,761,869▼5.5% | $73,509,291▲9.0% | $82,806,404▲7.3% | 990 |
| 2023 | $166,576,410▼11.1% | $159,618,635▼12.9% | $67,429,183▲17.3% | $77,182,407▲7.4% | 990 |
| 2022 | $187,397,959▲0.5% | $183,172,930▲3.3% | $57,493,294▲23.3% | $71,868,786▲24.8% | 990 |
| 2021 | $186,505,461▲9.6% | $177,254,309▲10.0% | $46,617,441▼3.3% | $57,600,145▲6.2% | 990 |
| 2020 | $170,114,349▲21.6% | $161,096,901▲19.7% | $48,231,656▲34.9% | $54,236,669▲31.3% | 990 |
| 2019 | $139,884,309▲61.4% | $134,612,338▲66.6% | $35,755,062▲20.1% | $41,319,775▲32.2% | 990 |
| 2018 | $86,669,256▲36.6% | $80,814,903▲25.0% | $29,762,635▲25.9% | $31,251,226▲22.6% | 990 |
| 2017 | $63,455,216▲14.0% | $64,638,680▲42.2% | $23,634,398▼2.8% | $25,495,411▼1.3% | 990 |
| 2016 | $55,675,602▲30.5% | $45,462,977▲1.7% | $24,318,304▲72.6% | $25,831,095▲62.3% | 990 |
| 2015 | $42,671,900▼6.4% | $44,722,953▼9.7% | $14,092,297▼12.7% | $15,915,537▼10.6% | 990 |
| 2014 | $45,576,433▼16.7% | $49,526,237▼12.3% | $16,143,083▼19.7% | $17,809,107▼19.4% | 990 |
| 2013 | $54,716,774 | $56,459,046▲6.6% | $20,100,886▼7.8% | $22,089,838▼9.4% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $52,945,566▲20.4% | $21,808,782▼7.0% | $24,379,236▼5.8% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $43,979,417▲28.5% | $23,458,376▲2.9% | $25,867,001▼0.4% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $34,232,008 | $22,789,886 | $25,978,581 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: George Frederick Glass — $383,631 (0.25% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Frederick Glass | President/ceo | 50 | $383,631 |
| Joseph Slater | Cfo (1/24-11/24)/coo | 50 | $295,804 |
| Gail Lowry | Chief Philanthropy Officer | 50 | $185,758 |
| Melissa Hill | Chief Hr and Admin Officer | 50 | $184,190 |
| Tiffany Stead | Director of Finance | 50 | $165,452 |
| Sarah Estell | Chief Communications & Adv | 50 | $165,136 |
| Shawna Caldwell Sims | Chief Programs Officer | 50 | $154,749 |
| Valerie Hunt | Cfo (12/24-7/25) | 50 | $8,461 |
| Amy David | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Ashish Batra | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Bill Stanczykiewicz | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Bud Graessle | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Chad Mayer | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Christina Hage | Secretary | 0.85 | — |
| Colleen Juergensen | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Darilyn Bedel | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Deon Rowie | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Erin Dorsey | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Erin Drake | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
| Georgiana Reynal | Board Member | 0.85 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Backhaul Direct LLC | Transportation | $1,969,081 |
| Counterpart | It Services | $332,520 |
| Armstrong Transport Group Inc | Transportation | $322,432 |
| K Launch LLC | It Services | $160,121 |
Grants received · $617.1M total
262 grants to Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc totaling $617.1M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feeding America | Fight hunger | 2024 | $37,001,849 |
| Feeding America | Fight hunger | 2024 | $18,904,590 |
| Central Indiana Community Foundation Inc | To be applied to september corteva match | 2024 | $741,732 |
| American Online Giving Foundation Inc | General support | 2024 | $355,878 |
| Indianapolis Foundation Inc | 2024 distribution | 2024 | $208,728 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Distribute to the hungry | 2024 | $156,155 |
| Indiana University Health Inc | Community benefit | 2024 | $106,734 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | Charitable donation | 2024 | $103,025 |
| Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisconsin | Food | 2024 | $99,843 |
| Farmlink Project | To provide healthy fresh produce to families in need | 2024 | $77,847 |
| Community Food Bank of New Jersey Inc | General | 2024 | $70,543 |
| United Way of Central Indiana Inc | Donor choice | 2024 | $60,311 |
| Community Health Network Inc | General support | 2024 | $45,000 |
| American Endowment Foundation | Food, nutrition | 2024 | $39,800 |
| The Us Charitable Gift Trust | For recipient's exempt purpose | 2024 | $31,750 |
Grants made · $116.2M in FY2024
3 grants totaling $116.2M in FY2024. All grants made by Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Non-cash Grants - 676 Agencies - Detail Available Upon Request | Food distribution to outside agencies | $116,203,373 |
| Westminster Neighborhood Services Inc | Truck | $25,000 |
| Messiah Lutheran Church | Commercial fridge | $5,244 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 35-1483868, based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc's EIN?
- Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 35-1483868.
- How much revenue does Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc report?
- Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc reported $155,770,403 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc's spending goes to programs?
- Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc spends about 96% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc A+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc's latest Form 990 is $383,631, paid to George Frederick Glass (President/ceo).
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Data for Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Inc (EIN 35-1483868) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.