Back in 1980, Whole Foods Market started out with one small store in Austin, Texas. Today, they're the world's leader in natural and organic foods, with more than 270 stores in North America and the United Kingdom. Whole Foods Market still honor their original ideals, and they think that has a lot to do with their success.Who are Whole Foods Market? Well, they seek out the finest natural and organic foods available, maintain the strictest quality standards in the industry, and have an unshakeable commitment to sustainable agriculture. Add to that the excitement and fun they bring to shopping for groceries, and you start to get a sense of what they're all about. Whole Foods Market is a mission-driven company too.
Whole Foods Market often talk about their mission in terms of Whole Foods - Whole People - Whole Planet. Basically, they think these elements all play a huge role in their success.
Whole Foods - Search for the highest quality, least processed, most flavorful and natural foods possible because they believe that food in its purest state - unadulterated by artificial additives, sweeteners, colorings and preservatives - is the best tasting and most nutritious food there is.
Whole Planet - Whole Foods Market are committed to helping take care of the world around us, and our active support of organic farming and sustainable agriculture helps protect our planet. And while they assist our global neighbors through their Whole Planet Foundation's micro-lending operations, they also step out the back door of each of their stores to support food banks, sponsor neighborhood events and donate to local non-profit groups.