Whole Foods Market Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Whole Foods Market Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $11.9 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $11.9 million and the largest $11.9 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$11.9 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$11.9 million
- Largest grant$11.9 million
- Assets$27.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5.4 million the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.4 million | 1 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $11.9 million | 1 | $27.6 million |
How to apply
Whole Foods Market Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $11.9 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Statement 25 | Various | $11.9 million |
Officers and trustees
- Glenda Flanagan
- David Schwartz
- Patricia Yost
- Jeff Turnas
- Brian O'Connell
- Keith Manbeck
- Jason Buechel
- Matthew Ray
- Alyssa Vescio
- Byron Kentor
- Carol Medeiros
- Scott Collier
- Catherine Kiely
Questions people ask
Does Whole Foods Market Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whole Foods Market Foundation give?
$11.9 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $11.9 million.
Who runs Whole Foods Market Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Glenda Flanagan (Director), David Schwartz (Director), Patricia Yost (Director, Secretary, & Treasur) and Jeff Turnas (Director) among 13 officers and trustees.