Whole Foods Market – Store Giving Program (Q2 2026)
Community-Based Funding for Food Access & Environmental Stewardship
Whole Foods Market invites nonprofit organizations to apply for its Store Giving Program, a biannual, team member–led funding opportunity designed to address local community needs while advancing Whole Foods Market’s purpose of nourishing people and the planet.
Organization
Whole Foods Market
Grant Name
Store Giving Program – Quarter 2 (Q2) 2026
Support Type
Cash donations (program support only)
Geographic Focus
Communities surrounding Whole Foods Market store locations (U.S., Canada, UK)
Key Dates (Q2 2026)
📅 Application Deadline: April 12, 2026
🗳️ Voting Period: April 28 – May 10, 2026
📩 Notifications: Organizations awarded support will be notified following the funding cycle
About the Program
The Store Giving Program is led by Whole Foods Market team members who are empowered to support local nonprofit organizations addressing community needs aligned with the company’s core values. Funding is provided twice per yearand is intended for nonprofit program support—not gift cards or in-kind donations.
Funding Priorities
Whole Foods Market provides financial support to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations focused on:
- Food access
- Environmental stewardship
- Other closely related, mission-aligned community needs
Funding must benefit communities located near Whole Foods Market stores.
Eligibility & Funding Guidelines
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations
- Registered Canadian charitable organizations
- UK charitable incorporated organizations
- Applicants must demonstrate verified nonprofit status
Ineligible Requests
Whole Foods Market does not fund:
- Individuals
- Political candidates or political organizations
- For-profit businesses
- Organizations that discriminate against any racial, ethnic, or cultural group
Important Use & Publicity Restrictions
Organizations receiving Store Giving support must comply with strict brand and publicity guidelines, including:
- No public announcements, press releases, or communications about the donation without prior written approval
- No use of the Whole Foods Market name, logo, or trademarks without written consent
- Any approved use is subject to Whole Foods Market’s trademark and communications guidelines
Additional Considerations
- Priority is given to organizations that have not received another Whole Foods Market donation or sponsorship in the same calendar year
- Funding from the Whole Foods Market Foundation (including Whole Cities, Whole Kids, or Whole Planet) does not disqualify applicants
- Only one request per organization may be submitted per funding cycle
- Past funding does not guarantee future support
- Due to high volume, not all requests can be funded
Applicants can check their application status at any time through their online profile in the Community Engagement Portal.
Application / Learn More
➡️ Apply through the Community Engagement Portal:
https://media.wholefoodsmarket.com/community-giving/store-giving/
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This program is a strong fit for organizations that:
- Are place-based and serve communities near Whole Foods Market stores
- Focus on food access or environmental sustainability
- Seek program-specific operating support
- Can comply with brand and publicity restrictions
- Have not already received Whole Foods Market Store Giving support in the current year
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Biannual, team member–led voting
Deadline: April 12, 2026
Funding Use: Program support only (no gift cards or in-kind)
Best Suited For: Local nonprofits aligned with food access and environmental stewardship
