The Community First Grant Program supports nonprofits focused on long-term fresh, healthy food access and nutrition education that are engaged with Team Members. This includes community gardens, mobile markets, healthy cooking classes and more.
Since 2016, we have awarded 406 grants in 149 cities, investing over $2,779,000. Nearly 240 Team Members from 140 Whole Foods Market stores and all Store Support offices have participated!
We’re excited to announce the 2024-2025 Team Members whose eligible nominations were selected for the program. Next, the nominated organizations will be invited to apply for the Community First Grant with the announcement of grantees coming in November.
CALIFORNIA
CENTRAL WEST
MIDWEST
NORTH ATLANTIC & INTERNATIONAL
NORTHEAST
SOUTHEAST
Get Inspired!
Check out our blog posts featuring CFG Team Members:
Additional Resources
- Looking to nominate a partner in 2025? Read through TM and Partner eligibility and expectations here.
- View the CFG TM Resources Page
- Meet Previous Community First Grant Partners
- Become a Whole Cities Champion
- Learn about Whole Cities Approach
- Read the Whole Cities Blog
- Listen to Whole Cities Healthy Food for All Podcast
