Marketplace of Possibilities
At Whole Foods Market, we understand that the heart and soul of our organization lies in the remarkable people who make up our team. We're more than a grocer; we're a community of diverse, talented individuals coming together to make a positive impact on the world through food.
Together We’re
We Sell the Highest Quality Natural and Organic Foods
We Satisfy and Delight our Customers
We Promote Team Member Growth and Happiness
We Create Profits and Prosperity
We Care About Communities and the Environment
Mission to Make a Difference
Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. We’re a purpose-driven company that aims to set the standards of excellence for food retailers. Quality is a state of mind at Whole Foods Market.
Nourishing Connections, Enriching Lives
Through our Nourishing Connections program, we connect local food banks and food rescue organizations with the resources they need to provide nutritious food to people in need. We provide grants, logistical support, and volunteer opportunities to help these organizations make a difference in their communities. Join us in making a difference.
Our Foundations
As a Whole Foods Market Team Member, you have limitless opportunities to give back to the community. From participating in stores' Community Giving Program all the way to flying across the world to help people in need, we empower you to make a meaningful impact.Quality standards don’t just apply to our products. We hold our buildings to the highest standards possible as well. Reuse, reduce and recycle is our way of life even when it comes to building our stores. We harness alternative energy to offset electricity use, recycle rainwater through on-site purification systems, and employ systems that turn food scraps into energy. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg! Some of our stores even feature rooftop greenhouses that grow produce that we sell in the store below.
Nourish your community beyond the checkout line with Whole Foods Market's Growing Communities program. From funding local food banks to supporting sustainable farms, your work fuels positive change while empowering individuals and strengthening neighborhoods. Join the movement to build healthier, happier communities, one bite at a time.
Whole Kids Foundation is focused on improving the lives of children in school. They provide schools with salad bars for healthier eating, subsidize school gardens, and offer cooking and nutrition education for teachers and staff. As a Team Member, you can help grow the foundation through paycheck donations and/or volunteer directly.
Whole Cities Foundation is focused on bringing quality food to cities in need. From creating food access solutions to hosting healthy eating classes, Whole Cities supports the health and nutrition of communities in various ways. As a Team Member, you are eligible to nominate a community organization for the Community First Grant Program. You can also give a portion of each paycheck to support this foundation.
Whole Planet Foundation funds poverty alleviation across the globe. Their mission is to empower the world’s under-served communities people with microcredit to create or expand a home-based business and lift themselves and their families out of poverty. As a Team Member, you can give a portion of each paycheck to this foundation.
