## Overview The Chipotle Cultivate Foundation is a nonprofit organization established in 2011 by Chipotle Mexican Grill with the mission of making real food accessible to all and cultivating a better world in the communities it serves[1][2]. The foundation embodies Chipotle’s commitment to sustainability, ethical sourcing, and community engagement, focusing on three core pillars: people, food & animals, and the environment[1]. ## Activities and Focus Areas The foundation primarily supports 501(c)3 nonprofits aligned with its mission, particularly those advancing sustainable agriculture, animal welfare, and environmental stewardship[1][5]. It operates through grants—awarded by invitation to organizations that demonstrate alignment with its goals—and offers employee-driven programs such as **Chip In**, which matches employee volunteer hours with monetary donations, and **Dish Out**, a financial match for employee contributions to nonprofits[1][2]. Notably, the foundation has contributed over $5 million to like-minded organizations since its inception[1][4]. It has partnered with entities like Niman Ranch to promote humane and sustainable livestock practices, and launched campaigns such as “Cultivate the Future of Farming” in collaboration with the National Young Farmers Coalition, raising significant funds and awareness for the next generation of farmers[1][3]. The foundation also runs accelerator programs, like Aluminaries 2.0, aimed at addressing key challenges faced by young farmers today[4]. ## Achievements and Impact A standout achievement was the 2019–2020 campaign that leveraged social media and high-profile events (e.g., the Rose Parade) to drive engagement, trend #Farmer on Twitter, and raise over $375,000 for young farmers—demonstrating the foundation’s ability to blend digital innovation with real-world impact[3]. The foundation’s grantmaking and employee match programs have fostered a culture of giving within Chipotle, amplifying the reach of its philanthropic efforts[1][6]. ## Curren