EIN 02-0799621

The Non-GMO Project

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
48
Year formed
2007
Most recent tax filings
2023-06-01
Description
Non-profit verifying and educating about non-GMO food. Over 60,000 verified products with recognizable and trusted Non-GMO Project seal.
Total revenues
$6,847,088
2023
Total expenses
$6,230,879
2023
Total assets
$4,906,843
2023
Num. employees
48
2023

Program areas at The Non-GMO Project

Product verification program - The Non-Gmo Project is The most widely recognized and trusted third-party verifier of Non-Gmo food and products, with more than 64,000 Non-Gmo Project verified products on The market. Every product displaying The Non-Gmo Project "butterfly" logo has met The rigorous requirements of The Non-Gmo Project standard, and which is informed by industry experts and an internal research team, reflects a dynamic range of perspectives. This Non-Gmo standard remains The most meaningful and viable way for suppliers, brands and retailers to show their commitment to providing consumers with transparent informed choices in The marketplace.
Non-Gmo month - Non-Gmo month is an annual campaign that takes place every october. The campaign unites Non-Gmo project-verified brands with grocery retailers, shopping apps, consumers, and donors in celebrating The preservation and growth of a non-genetically modified product offerings. Programming also educates The public on The benefits and importance of having Non-Gmo choices and transparent labeling.
Outreach & education - outreach and education are key components of The Non-Gmo Project's mission. We provide The 5,800+ Non-Gmo Project verified brands with consumer research, marketing campaigns, scientific findings, and other support so they can inform retailers and shoppers about The importance of preserving and building The Non-Gmo product supply chain and retail offererings. We directly engage The public through curated content that is shared via our social media platforms, web site (www.nongmoproject.org ), publications, and industry events.

Who funds The Non-GMO Project

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Louis and Anne Abrons FoundationGeneral & Unrestricted$25,000
AmazonSmile FoundationGeneral Support$1,755
Bullard FoundationGeneral Support$1,500
...and 1 more grant received

Personnel at The Non-GMO Project

NameTitleCompensation
Cameron MillerBoard Member$114,683
Megan WestgateExecutive Director$178,552
Hans EisenbeisDirector of Mission and Messaging$101,982
Kathy WeinkleBoard Member
Maureen KirkpatrickBoard Chair$0
...and 3 more key personnel

Financials for The Non-GMO Project

RevenuesFYE 06/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$58,446
Program services$6,738,075
Investment income and dividends$25,259
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$2,612
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$22,696
Total revenues$6,847,088

Form 990s for The Non-GMO Project

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-062024-05-15990View PDF
2022-062023-05-15990View PDF
2021-062022-05-13990View PDF
2020-062021-05-11990View PDF
2019-062020-08-27990View PDF
...and 9 more Form 990s
Data update history
July 18, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
January 2, 2024
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $25,000 from Louis and Anne Abrons Foundation
November 25, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
July 4, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
June 25, 2023
Used new vendors
Identified 3 new vendors, including , , and
Nonprofit Types
Social advocacy organizationsFood and nutrition programsCharities
Issues
Human servicesFood and nutritionPublic policy
Characteristics
Tax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
11 Bellwether Way
Bellingham, WA 98225
Metro area
Bellingham, WA
County
Whatcom County, WA
Website URL
nongmoproject.org/ 
Phone
(360) 255-7704
IRS details
EIN
02-0799621
Fiscal year end
June
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2007
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
K05: Food, Agriculture and Nutrition Research Institutes and Public Policy Analysis
NAICS code, primary
813319: Social Advocacy Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
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