Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank
Meets Standards
Standards For Charity Accountability
Governance
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Board Oversight
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Board Size
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Board Meetings
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Board Compensation
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Conflict of Interest
Measuring Effectiveness
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Effectiveness Policy
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Effectiveness Report
Finances
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Program Expenses
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Fundraising Expenses
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Accumulating Funds
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Audit Report
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Detailed Expense Breakdown
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Accurate Expense Reporting
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Budget Plan
Fundraising & Info
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Truthful Materials
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Annual Report
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Website Disclosures
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Donor Privacy
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Cause Marketing Disclosures
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Complaints
Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank meets the 20 Standards for Charity Accountability.
Stated Purpose:
The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank provides nutritious food to people in need, advocates for the hungry, and educates the public about hunger-related issues.
Year, State Incorporated:
2005, CA
Also Known As:
San Diego Food Bank
The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank (San Diego Food Bank) operates as a central repository and distribution point for USDA commodities and donated food. Through its own direct distributions and an extensive network of local nonprofit hunger-relief agencies, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank distributes approximately 50 million pounds of food annually to people in need throughout San Diego County. On average, the organization supports over 400,000 individuals monthly with food assistance.
The Emergency Food Assistance (TEFAP) program provides monthly emergency and supplemental food to individuals and families who meet income guidelines set by the Federal Government. This government sponsored program provides USDA commodities to community members in need.
The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) is a federally supported program that provides food and nutrition education to seniors over the age of 60. The program provides participants with a 40 pound box of food every month that is filled with a variety of nutritious food items. With private philanthropic support, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is able to enhance these boxes with fresh produce and frozen proteins, creating a more balanced, nutritious menu.
Food to Nonprofits Program - In addition to its direct distributions, Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank partners with more than 450 nonprofit organizations who receive food from its warehouses to distribute across San Diego County, from urban centers to rural communities. The organization's nonprofit partners include soup kitchens, low-income day care centers, senior centers, after-school programs, homeless shelters, and multi-service agencies.
Client Choice Food Pantry - The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank's North County warehouse operates a food pantry that is set up like a small grocery store. This unique shopping experience promotes dignity and autonomy, allowing individuals to choose the healthy foods that align with their food preference, cultural needs, and dietary requirements. By giving its neighbors the ability to select their own groceries, the San Diego Food Bank reduces food waste while also ensuring that families within the community receive nutritious options that best support their health and well-being.
Food 4 Kids Backpack Program - The Backpack Program ensures that children relying on free school breakfasts and lunches have food to eat over the weekend. Each Friday during the school year, Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank discretely provides a backpack with healthy and easy-to-prepare food to children that have been identified by their teachers and school nurses as chronically hungry. The organization works with schools across the county to feed over 3,000 students each week.
The Diaper Bank Program and Period Supply Program address critical, yet often overlooked barriers that prevent individuals from working, attending school, and achieving self-sufficiency. Day care centers often require parents to supply a minimum number of diapers daily. Without them, children cannot attend and parents are unable to work or go to school. Beyond financial relief, access to clean diapers reduces health risks for babied and toddlers, helping to ensure they grow up in a safe and healthy environment.
For the year ended June 30, 2024, Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank's program expenses were:
| Non-government programs | $68,207,422 |
| Government programs | $25,962,358 |
| Total Program Expenses | $94,169,780 |
Chief Executive
Casey Castillo, CEO
Chair of the Board
Sandy Kerl, Board Chairperson
Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Retired from San Diego County Water Authority
Board Size
24
Paid Staff Size
106
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Television, Radio, Grant proposals, Internet, Appeals via Social Media (Facebook, etc.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank's audited financial statements - consolidated for the year ended June 30, 2024.
Source of Funds
| Contributed food and commodities | $72,862,290 |
| Contributions | $17,523,866 |
| Government contracts | $15,508,256 |
| Investment income | $9,987,415 |
| Rental income | $1,912,470 |
| Special events revenue, less direct benefit to donors | $726,709 |
| Shared maintenance fees | $690,501 |
| In-kind contributions | $429,121 |
| Other income (loss) | $-34,125 |
| Total Income | $119,606,503 |
Programs: 91% Fundraising: 5% Administrative: 3%
| Total Income | $119,606,503 |
| Total expenses: | $103,037,599 |
| Program expenses | $94,169,780 |
| Fundraising expenses | $5,484,116 |
| Administrative expenses | $3,383,703 |
| Other expenses | $0 |
| Income in Excess of Expenses | $16,568,904 |
| Beginning Net Assets | $80,473,486 |
| Other Changes In Net Assets | $0 |
| Ending Net Assets | $97,042,390 |
| Total Liabilities | $19,222,307 |
| Total Assets | $116,264,697 |
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Report completed by:
Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest