Fat Brands Foundation
Official website for the FAT Brands Foundation, the 501(c)(3) charitable arm of FAT Brands Inc. (founded 2022). The site includes the foundation's mission, board biographies, annual impact reports, donation and an 'Apply For A Grant' link.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A 501(c)(3) or similar nonprofit running community-facing programs (food assistance, youth development, job training, emergency support) seeking modest project or program grants and able to supply marketing materials and a project budget.
Good Fit
- • 501(c)(3) status and basic compliance documents
- • Project-level requests in the small to mid grant range (~$1K–$10K typical)
- • Programs addressing food insecurity, youth services, workforce training, or emergency/community relief
- • Willingness to provide marketing materials, an operating budget and a proposed budget
- • Presence or activities in California (high share) or another U.S. state served by the foundation
Geography
The latest year shows grants to organizations in 22 states, indicating a multi-state/national footprint, although half of 2024 dollars were directed to California.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded 68 distinct recipients in 2024 with low dollar concentration (top five = ~15%) and a large share of new grantees, showing a broad and diverse recipient set in the observed year.
New Applicants
Behaviorally the foundation added 55 new recipients in 2024 (about 81% new) and maintains a public application page and contact routes; filings also mention 'preselected' which is inconsistent with the observed turnover, so openness appears high but applicants should note the preselection language.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
