Founded in 1980 as one small store in Austin, Texas, Whole
Foods Market® is now the world's leading retailer
of natural and organic foods, with 169 stores in North
America and the United Kingdom. To date Whole Foods Market
remains uniquely mission driven: We're highly selective
about what we sell, dedicated to stringent Quality Standards,
and committed to sustainable agriculture.
We believe
in a virtuous circle entwining the food chain, human
beings and Mother Earth: each is reliant upon the others
through a beautiful and delicate symbiosis.
Whole Foods
We obtain our products locally and from all over the
world, often from small, uniquely dedicated food artisans.
We strive to offer the highest quality, least processed,
most flavorful and naturally preserved foods. Why? Because
food in its purest state—unadulterated by artificial
additives, sweeteners, colorings and preservatives—is
the best tasting and most nutritious food available.
Whole People
We recruit the best people we can to become part of
our team. We empower them to make their own decisions,
creating a respectful workplace where people are treated
fairly and are highly motivated to succeed. We look
for people who are passionate about food. Our team members
are also well-rounded human beings. They play a critical
role in helping build the store into a profitable and
beneficial part of its community.
Whole Planet
We believe companies, like individuals, must assume
their share of responsibility as tenants of Planet Earth.
On a global basis we actively support organic farming—the
best method for promoting sustainable agriculture and
protecting the environment and the farm workers. On
a local basis, we are actively involved in our communities
by supporting food banks, sponsoring neighborhood events,
compensating our team members for community service
work, and contributing at least five percent of total
net profits to not-for-profit organizations.
Caring About Our Communities & Our Environment
Sustainable Agriculture
We support organic farmers, growers and the environment
through our commitment to sustainable agriculture and
by expanding the market for organic products.
Wise Environmental Practices
We respect our environment and recycle, reuse, and reduce
our waste wherever and whenever we can.
Community Citizenship
We recognize our responsibility to be active participants
in our local communities. We give a minimum of 5% of
our profits every year to a wide variety of community
and non-profit organizations. In addition, we pay our
Team Members to give of their time to community and
service organizations.
Integrity in All Business Dealings
Our trade partners are our allies in serving our stakeholders.
We treat them with respect, fairness and integrity at
all times and expect the same in return.
Come Visit the Whole Lifestyle Center at your local
Whole Foods Market. Different and Exciting classes and
events offered monthly. Class sizes are limited; register
early for all events (excluding book signings) at www.wholefoodsmarket.com/
or call 314-968-7744.
Whole Foods Market
1601 S. Brentwood Blvd.
Brentwood, MO 63144
314-968-7744
www.wholefoodsmarket.com
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