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Two grant cycles in 2026: Q2 deadline April 12, 2026 (voting April 28–May 10); Q4 deadline October 11, 2026 (voting October 27–November 8). Stored deadline was null; next open cycle is Q4 2026.
Store Giving is a grant from Whole Foods Market that funds nonprofit organizations focused on food access, environmental stewardship, or closely related community needs in areas surrounding Whole Foods Market store locations. The program is led by Whole Foods team members empowered to address needs in their local communities.
Financial support is provided biannually; the October 2026 application deadline is October 11, 2026, with voting from April 28 through May 10, 2026 for the spring cycle. Eligible applicants include US 501(c)(3) nonprofits, Canadian charitable organizations, and UK charitable incorporated organizations operating in communities near Whole Foods stores. Gift card and in-kind donations are not available through this program.
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Store Giving | Whole Foods Market Grocery Pickup & Delivery The Whole Foods Market Store Giving program is led by a network of our team members across the company who are empowered to address the needs within their local communities. The program aligns to Whole Foods Market’s higher purpose of nourishing people and the planet.
We provide financial support biannually for 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations focused on food access, environmental stewardship, or other closely related needs. Organizations can apply for consideration through Whole Foods Market’s Community Engagement Portal. We do not provide gift card donations or in-kind donations through Store Directed Giving.
- Application Deadline: April 12, 2026 - Voting Dates: April 28 – May 10, 2026 - Application Deadline: October 11, 2026 - Voting Dates: October 27 – November 8, 2026 To request support, please review the important Eligibility Guidelines below before proceeding to our Community Engagement Portal opens in a new tab .
Eligibility and Funding Guidelines - We donate to registered US 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, registered Canadian charitable organizations, and UK charitable incorporated organizations. All applicants must be able to demonstrate verified nonprofit status. - Donations must be designated to nonprofit program support in communities that surround our stores and align with Whole Foods Market Core Values opens in a new tab .
- Due to the high volume of inquiries we receive, it is not possible to fulfill every request.
- Political candidates or organizations - Organizations that discriminate toward any racial, ethnic or cultural group Recipient charities and organizations (“donee”) of Whole Foods Market (WFM) donations shall abide by these guidelines to remain a qualifying recipient: - Donee shall not issue or make, or permit to be issued or made, any publicity, advertising, press release, public statement or announcement or public communication of any kind, in any form, regarding this relationship and the ensuing Agreement, the Charity Share, or any aspects or terms thereof, or the relationship between donee and Whole Foods Market, or any denial or confrontation of any of the foregoing, without WFM’s prior written approval (which may be withheld or revoked at any time at Whole Foods Market’s sole discretion).
- Donee will not use the name, trade name, service marks, trademarks, trade dress, or logo of WFM (Whole Foods Market) in any manner or in connection with any publicity, advertising, press release, public statement or announcement, public communication, or similar activities without the prior written consent of Whole Foods Market (which may be withheld or revoked at any time a WFM’s sole discretion).
- Any approval by Whole Foods Market for donee to use the Whole Foods Market marks will be subject to donee's compliance with WFM’s then-current guidelines and/or policies related to such use, including but not limited to entering into a separate agreement relating to such use and any trademark guidelines.
- Priority consideration will be given to organizations that have not received another sponsorship or donation within the calendar year. Funding from Whole Foods Market Foundation opens in a new tab — including the projects of Whole Cities, Whole Kids or Whole Planet — is not disqualifying. - Our system will not allow for the same request to be submitted to various locations.
- Past support for an organization does not guarantee future support. - Organizations that have been awarded support will be notified each funding cycle. Requesters can also check their application status anytime by logging in to their online profile.
Donation requests for Whole Foods Market must be submitted through our Community Engagement Portal. opens in a new tab Our foundation also supports strategic programs that make an impact across the globe. Visit Whole Foods Market Foundation opens in a new tab to learn more.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: US 501(c)(3) nonprofits, Canadian charitable organizations, and UK charitable incorporated organizations focused on food access, environmental stewardship, or closely related needs, operating in communities surrounding Whole Foods Market stores. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Unspecified Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is October 11, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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Community Giving Program (In-Kind Donations) is a grant from Whole Foods Market that funds community-based nonprofit organizations through hyperlocal in-kind product donations rather than cash grants. The program nourishes people and the planet by directing surplus food and products to organizations whose missions align with food access, nutrition, and environmental stewardship. Eligible applicants are community-based nonprofit organizations with missions aligned with nourishing people and the planet. Donations are product-based and in-kind; monetary grant amounts are not applicable to this program.
Whole Foods Market Foundation Community First Grant Program is a grant from the Whole Foods Market Foundation that funds nonprofits focused on long-term fresh, healthy food access and nutrition education. Supported programs include community gardens, mobile markets, healthy cooking classes, and urban farms. Since launching eight years ago, the program has awarded 570 grants to 316 organizations in 188 cities, investing over $4.3 million. The grant cycle begins each summer with Team Member nominations, and applications open in July with awards announced in November. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits in the U.S. or registered charities in Canada, focused on adults and older youth (ages 16–22), and nominated by a Whole Foods Market Team Member.
NRA School Shield Grant Program is a grant from The NRA Foundation that funds security improvements at K-12 schools across the United States. Administered by the NRA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, this program provides financial assistance to public and private K-12 schools seeking to upgrade safety infrastructure and implement security measures. Eligible applicants include schools that are government-owned, incorporated as nonprofits, or hold an IRS 501(c) determination letter. The annual application deadline is August 1. Grant amounts vary based on project scope and need. Schools must demonstrate how requested funds will directly improve the safety and security of their campus and student population.
Farm to School Implementation Grant is sponsored by USDA Food and Nutrition Service. This program aims to increase the availability of local foods in schools and connect students to the sources of their food through education, taste tests, school gardens, field trips, and local food sourcing for school meals. Projects should incorporate both local sourcing and agricultural education efforts.
The Homeless Youth Program is a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services that funds services for homeless and at-risk youth across Illinois. Administered through the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, it supports nonprofit organizations delivering shelter, outreach, and support services to young people experiencing homelessness or housing instability. Eligible applicants are Illinois-based nonprofits with demonstrated capacity to serve youth. Awards range from $100,000 to $800,000 per year under CSFA number 444-80-0711. This is a FY 2026 funding opportunity with an application deadline of May 21, 2025.