About Us

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive in a healthy and prosperous community.

Widya | Sri Lanka | BMIC | Whole Planet

Our Mission


Whole Foods Market Foundation is on a mission to nourish people and the planet by providing access to essential resources to improve nutrition and create opportunities for financial stability.

Founded by Whole Foods Market, the registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is based in Austin, Texas.

Our Impact

Our Approach

  • Whole Foods Market Foundation: Kids Tending a Garden

    Who We Serve

    We prioritize communities facing significant barriers by providing essential resources to build healthy, and prosperous communities for the long term.

  • Whole Foods Market Foundation, Alleviating Global Poverty:  People in Global Tribe

    Where We Serve

    We serve both local and global communities where Whole Foods Market operates and beyond.

  • Whole Foods Market Foundation, Expanding Healthy Food Access: People at Produce Stand

    How We Serve

    Led by our Guiding Principles, we collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including community organizations, generous donors and WFM Team Members.

Our Guiding Principles

  • Whole Foods Market Foundation: Our Guiding Principles, People in Farm Field

    We Strive to Be a Catalytic Investor

    And, to create long-term solutions with our partner organizations, enhancing their outreach, depth and sustained impact.

  • Whole Foods Market Foundation: Our Guiding Principles, Child in Garden

    We Aim to Meet the Current Needs

    We strive to meet the needs not just our partners, but also the communities they serve. This is done through flexible funding, openness to diverse approaches, and shared accountability.

  • Whole Foods Market Foundation: Our Guiding Principles, Person with Bag of Produce

    We Offer a Network of Resources

    Including subject matter expertise, skills development, connections, and collaboration in service of our partners.

  • Whole Foods Market Foundation: Our Guiding Principles, People Cooking

    We Operate with a Deep Responsibility to Our Stakeholders

    We act with integrity, we are active listeners, and we
    seek win-win solutions to broaden our impact.