Company Profile
Natural Grocers
Company Overview
Our company was founded in 1955 because we care — we care about the environment, we care about the health of our nation, the economy, the health of our communities, and we care about you. From the beginning, our company was built on our Five Founding Principles which we rely on to guide all our business decisions. They exemplify our deep commitment to our customers and the communities we serve. They were established to help guide and empower all of us to lead healthier, more vibrant lives.
Nutrition Education
We are dedicated to providing Nutrition Education to our communities. Empowering our customers and our good4u Crew to take charge of their lives and their health is the foundation upon which our business is built.
Quality
We are committed to Quality. Every product on our shelves must go through a rigorous screening and approval process. We sell only 100% organic produce and the highest quality groceries, supplements and body care products in town.
Always Affordable Prices
We are committed to providing the highest quality products at Always Affordable Prices. We work diligently to secure the best possible pricing so that everyone can afford to take care of their health and buy quality natural and organic products.
Community
We are committed to our Community. From free Nutrition Education and recipe demo classes to bag-free checkouts to sourcing local products to our donation program; we work hard to support the health and wellbeing of our communities.
good4u Crew
We are committed to our good4u Crew. Our Crew members are what make our company great and we strive to ensure that they live healthy balanced lifestyles. Our Crew members are provided with free Nutrition Education, good pay, ample advancement opportunities and excellent benefits. This fosters happy, healthy Crew members who are excited to provide world-class customer service.
Company History
It was 1955.
Margaret and Philip Isely, struggling, idealistic young parents, started Natural Grocers with $200 and a dream—a dream that everyone should be able to afford a healthy and active lifestyle. The inspiration for this dream came from their life experiences. Shortly after the birth of their second child, Margaret became ill. When conventional medicine was unable to help her, she turned to the health mavericks of that time: Adelle Davis and Roger J. Williams. She used the principles in Davis’ book, Let’s Get Well to heal her body with nutrition, which included eating nutrient-dense, natural foods, and taking dietary supplements.
It was a Call to Action.
After the remarkable improvement in Margaret’s health, brought on by following this simple nutrition regimen, our parents became true health crusaders. Borrowing $200 to help feed the family and put gas in the car, they went door-to-door in Golden, Colorado, lending out books on nutrition and giving out samples of whole grain bread. They would return a week or so later, discuss nutrition and take orders for supplements, bread, and other natural nourishing whole foods. Our parents taught us that Nutrition Education is the foundation for building health and being in control of your life, and that healthy living should be affordable.
Inspiring Change One Store at a Time.
Today, we are still making that dream of Nutrition Education and affordable health a reality. We are empowering the health and wellness in the communities we serve by offering the highest-quality products at Always Affordable prices, environmentally friendly practices, and by providing our employees with great jobs that pay well. Together we are spreading our parents' dream of igniting a good4u revolution across the country… and the world. What started out as a Colorado-based company, has now grown to over 140 stores and counting in 19 states, thanks to customers like you. Thank you for supporting our unique store — and story — but, most importantly our dream!
Benefits
Birthday bonus pay, In store discounts, in store credit