Flying Food Group directs all taxable income to Chicago-based Sue L. Gin Foundation Trust

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Flying Food Group directs all taxable income to Chicago-based Sue L. Gin Foundation Trust

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Sue L. Gin, Founder, Flying Food Group | LinkedIn

By Sky Industry News

Oct 21, 2025

Flying Food Group notes on its website that it contributes all of its taxable income annually to the Chicago-based Sue L. Gin Foundation Trust, which supports healthcare, education, legal aid, and immigration rights.

According to Flying Food Group, the foundation channels the company's philanthropy toward civic priorities in Chicago and beyond. The focus areas include healthcare, education, legal assistance, and immigration rights. In April 2025, the foundation committed $15 million over five years to train Chicago Police supervisors. This initiative exemplifies large-scale, safety-focused giving aligned with community stability. These activities extend the legacy of founder Sue Gin through targeted grants and partnerships with local institutions.

Flying Food Group reported that 100% of its taxable income is contributed annually to the Sue L. Gin Foundation Trust, effectively turning company profits into philanthropy on a continuing basis. This commitment has been referenced in company sustainability materials and reiterated by leadership interviews in late 2024 and early 2025.

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According to IRS Form 990 data compiled by ProPublica, the Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust reported approximately $5.22 million in revenue and $9.01 million in expenses for 2024. The foundation holds total assets of about $81.3 million with no liabilities. These figures indicate a sizable philanthropic capacity and an asset base to support multi-year grants while absorbing year-to-year variance in contributions and disbursements.

Flying Food Group is a U.S. airline catering company founded in 1983 by entrepreneur Sue Gin and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The company serves global airline and retail customers and emphasizes quality cuisine and reliable service. Under CEO David Cotton, it highlights community engagement and philanthropy aligned with Gin’s legacy while maintaining a growth posture in large-scale catering operations.