Support the Mission
Donate to SmartBar.
SmartBar is a non-profit. Every donation funds independent research, transparent scoring, and free access to food education — for everyone, regardless of income.
Any donation of $9 or more grants 1 year of Member access.
Choose your tier
Four ways to support SmartBar.
From a single annual donation to a full partner relationship — pick what works for you.
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Member
$9+
One-time donation · 1 year access
- Full scanner access
- Calculator with all 12 micronutrients
- My Kitchen pantry tracking
- Monthly newsletter
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Ambassador
$49+
Application required · Annual donation
- Everything in Member
- Priority access to new features
- Digital Ambassador badge
- Exclusive events & community
- Coach application eligibility
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Coach
$199+
Credentials & application required
- Everything in Ambassador
- Verified Partner listing in directory
- Coach toolkit & client-sharing tools
- \”Verified\” badge on profile
- Listed in app coach finder
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Manufacturer
$999+
Brand audit & certification
- Full product line transparency audit
- SmartBar certification program
- Listed in transparent-brand directory
- Quarterly improvement reports
- Direct line to SmartBar research team
Where your donation goes
Every dollar funds independence.
We don\’t accept advertising. We don\’t sell user data. We don\’t take money from the brands we rate. Your donations are the entire reason SmartBar can stay honest.
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Research
Funding the nutrition science team that builds and refines our scoring methodology — peer-reviewed, transparent, always updating.
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Platform
Keeping the SmartBar app, website, and scanning infrastructure running, secure, and free for the people who need them most.
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Education
Producing the educational content, Whole Foods Library, and community resources that turn data into real understanding.
Common Questions
Donation FAQs.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Yes. SmartBar is a registered non-profit and your donation is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. You\’ll receive a receipt by email immediately after donating.
What does the $9 minimum unlock?
Any donation of $9 or more grants 1 full year of Member access — full scanner, all calculator features, My Kitchen tracking, and the newsletter. Larger donations help us reach more people.
Can I cancel or manage my donation later?
Yes — once you create an account, you can view, update, or cancel any donation from your dashboard at any time.
How do Ambassador, Coach, and Manufacturer tiers work?
The three higher tiers require an application in addition to a donation. You\’ll fill out an application form, our team reviews credentials (for Coaches) and brand information (for Manufacturers), and we get back to you within 7–10 business days.
Stand for honest food.
Your donation keeps SmartBar independent — and keeps food transparency accessible to the people who need it most.