FSI is a philanthropic impact platform advancing science, markets, and society to improve food systems.
FSI’s Impact Platform
A philanthropic impact platform is a strategic hub that accelerates change by combining multiple tools and approaches under one roof. FSI acts as both a funder and operator, directly implementing programs while also empowering others.
FSI’s impact platform includes grantmaking, regranting, programmatic initiatives, fiscal sponsorships, fellowships, equity investments, and collaborative partnerships.
FSI braids these approaches together to rapidly test new ideas, accelerate hypothesis-driven innovation, bridge industry-wide gaps, invest in novel technologies, support high-impact nonprofits, and foster interdisciplinary collaboration, all in service of accelerating food system innovations.
This multifaceted approach equips the platform with an ecosystem-level understanding that informs strategic resource deployment, advances innovation with real-world impact potential, empowers innovators and entrepreneurs, and connects stakeholders to accelerate progress.
Our Vision
A food system that nourishes and sustains people and the planet.
Programs
We incubate and operate initiatives to accelerate the sustainable protein transition.
Philanthropy
We grant and re-grant to nonprofits, social enterprises, and research efforts advancing humane and sustainable food solutions.
Executive Team
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David Meyer
President & Co-Founder
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Max Elder
Chief Executive Officer
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Dr. Galina Hale
Co-Founder & Chief Research Officer
