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Amazon Launches Unlimited Grocery Delivery for Prime, EBT Users

Published April 29, 2024

Amazon has launched a grocery delivery subscription benefit for Prime members and customers using EBT in more than 3,500 cities and towns across the United States. At $9.99 per month for Prime members, this subscription offers unlimited grocery delivery on orders over $35 from Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market and a variety of local grocery and specialty retailers on Amazon.com, and provides access to even more convenient delivery and pickup options.

Customers with a registered EBT card can experience the same grocery subscription benefits without a Prime membership for just $4.99 per month. A free 30-day trial is available so customers can see how this grocery delivery subscription works for them.

“This new grocery subscription benefit provides even more value and savings on delivery fees for customers who regularly order groceries from Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market, and the variety of local grocery and specialty retailers on Amazon.com,” said Tony Hoggett, senior vice president of worldwide grocery stores at Amazon. “Our goal is to build a best-in-class grocery shopping experience—whether shopping in-store or online—where Amazon is the first choice for selection, value, and convenience. We have many different customers with many different needs, and we want to save them time and money every time they shop for groceries.”

For customers who prefer to purchase their groceries more regularly—whether ordering delivery or pickup—this new grocery benefit will save them even more time and money on Amazon’s vast selection of nearly 100,000 grocery items across Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market, and local grocery and specialty retailers. Here are the details:

For $9.99 per month, Prime members in more than 3,500 cities and towns have access to unlimited grocery delivery on orders over $35 from Whole Foods Market, Amazon Fresh and the variety of local grocery and specialty retailers available on Amazon.com. Prime members who subscribe to the new grocery delivery subscription benefit will also continue to enjoy exclusive savings in Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market stores—on top of all the other savings, convenience, and entertainment that come with Prime—in one single membership.
As part of Amazon’s work to help low-income customers more affordably shop for groceries, customers with a registered EBT card can receive a discounted subscription fee of $4.99 per month to receive the grocery delivery subscription without a Prime membership.
Subscribers will also have access to unlimited delivery for orders over $35 from local grocery and specialty retailers like Cardenas Markets, Save Mart, Bartell Drugs, Rite Aid, Pet Food Express, Mission Wine & Spirits, and more where available.
Grocery delivery subscribers receive convenient delivery and pickup time slots for grocery orders from Whole Foods Market and Amazon Fresh. This includes one-hour delivery windows at no extra cost where available, unlimited 30-minute pickup on orders of any size, and priority access to Recurring Reservations for their weekly grocery order.
The subscription pays for itself in as little as one delivery order per month from Whole Foods Market, or one delivery order per month from Amazon Fresh for under $50.

Amazon piloted its grocery subscription with Prime members in Columbus, Ohio; Denver; and Sacramento in late 2023. In a recent survey of grocery subscribers from the pilot, more than 85 percent of respondents shared that they are extremely or very satisfied with the unlimited free delivery benefit. Some of the top reasons customers shared for staying a subscriber following the trial were saving money on delivery fees and the service making their grocery shopping experience more convenient.

Prime members and customers with a registered EBT card can learn more about how Amazon is making grocery shopping easier, faster, and more affordable through the grocery subscription benefit, and sign up here.

Prime members who shop at Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market can score exclusive deals both online and in-store. Eligible Prime members can earn unlimited 5% back on their purchases when using their Prime Visa online at Amazon.com, or when shopping online or in-store at Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market.

Amazon is continually innovating to provide customers with great selection, value, and convenience in groceries and every day essentials, both online and in physical stores. With its portfolio of offerings, including Whole Foods Market, Amazon Fresh, and Amazon Go, Amazon offers a broad range of brands and shopping options for all customers—with extra benefits for Prime members. In addition to its own stores, Amazon partners with grocery and specialty retailers globally, enabling customers to order delivery from their favorite stores through Amazon’s website.

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Graeter’s Ice Cream Launches Limited Edition Mystery Tasting Pack

Published April 29, 2024

Graeter’s Ice Cream, family-owned craft ice cream maker since 1870, has launched its latest creation, the Mystery Tasting Pack. This limited-edition pack invites ice cream lovers to participate in an engaging blind tasting experience with six never-before-seen flavors.

The Mystery Tasting Pack takes Graeter’s Ice Cream’s Bonus Flavor ideation to the next level, combining the craft quality and fan-loved perfection of the handcrafted French Pot ice cream, with a fun and interactive food challenge that brings family and friends together. The highly sought after Mystery Tasting Pack is available exclusively online at www.graeters.com/mystery-tasting, while supplies last.

The online pack offers ice cream lovers across the United States an opportunity to be the first to experience Graeter’s flavor innovations. Consumers are encouraged to peek under the veil of the Graeter’s flavor factory with delivery right to their doorstep.

These indulgent new flavors represent Graeter’s commitment to being the best in the ice cream business, like all of Graeter’s other flavors, these six pints are handcrafted in the brand’s classic French Pots in small 2½ gallon batches.

“We’re excited to offer our fans a chance to experience the thrill of discovering new flavors while adding an element of surprise,” said Bob Graeter, fourth-generation owner of Graeter’s Ice Cream. “It’s a great way to engage with our community and create memorable moments with friends and family. The six pack is sure to delight our loyal fans and show ice cream lovers across the U.S. what Graeter’s Ice Cream is all about.”

Friends, fans, and ice cream enthusiasts across America can get the Mystery Pack online at www.graeters.com/mystery-tasting for a limited time while supplies last.

Graeter’s Ice Cream, celebrating its 154th anniversary, produces craft ice cream using French Pots, a small batch, artisanal method of production dating back over a century. Graeter’s has won the hearts of ice cream enthusiasts across the country as well as the respect of the nation’s most influential foodies. Tasted among 13 national brands, Graeter’s was voted the #1 Vanilla Ice Cream by MyRecipes.com in 2019.

Famous for their signature chocolate chips, the Cincinnati-based company remains family owned and operated and continues to handcraft ice cream 2 1⁄2 gallons at a time. Today, Graeter’s currently has 56 retail stores and ships over 300,000 pints annually for online mail order sales and corporate gifting. Graeter’s can also be found in more than 3,000 grocery stores in 46 states. Visit www.graeters.com for more information.

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Rob Walton to Retire From Walmart Board; Chipotle’s Niccol Nominated

Published April 29, 2024

Rob Walton will retire from the Walmart board of directors at the conclusion of his current term on June 5. Walton joined Walmart in 1969 and before that worked alongside his father, Sam, in his 5&10 store. He served more than 40 years on the Walmart Board and helped shape some of the most important moments in Walmart history.

“Walmart is the world’s leading omni-channel retailer,” said Greg Penner, chairman. “That’s a credit to our team today and to those who, over decades, helped to build and shape our company. One of those incredible leaders is Rob Walton, my father-in-law, who recently shared his decision not to seek re-election to our board of Ddrectors.

“His leadership has been critical as we’ve grown our business over so many years. There’s no doubt Sam would be very proud. On behalf of our associates and the board, I’d like to thank him for his unparalleled and amazing service.”

Walton served as Walmart’s chairman of the board of directors from 1992 to 2015.

Walton joined the company in 1969. Prior to becoming chairman, he held a variety of positions with Walmart, including senior vice president, corporate secretary, general counsel and vice chairman. Before joining Walmart, Walton was a partner with the law firm of Conner & Winters in Tulsa, Okla.

He is involved with a number of nonprofit and educational organizations, including Conservation International, where he serves as chairman of the executive committee, and the College of Wooster, where he is an emeritus life trustee.

Brian Niccol, chairman and CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., has been nominated to replace Walton on the board.

Prior to joining Chipotle in 2018, Niccol served as CEO of Yum! Brands’ Taco Bell Division, where he was responsible for the highly successful turnaround of the business. He served as Taco Bell CEO from January 2015 and president from 2013 to 2014. Under his leadership, he successfully repositioned Taco Bell as a lifestyle brand and successfully launched numerous product initiatives, including the new breakfast daypart, the fastest growing daypart in the industry. He transformed Taco Bell into a social media leader and revolutionized its digital approach through mobile ordering and payment across their 7,000 restaurants. He also created a people-centric innovation culture that has been recognized throughout the industry.

Prior to Taco Bell, Niccol held leadership roles at Pizza Hut, including vice president of strategy, chief marketing officer, and general manager. He led the brand strategy and positioning that achieved record transactions and market share. Additionally, his innovation in digital with on-line and mobile app ordering was industry leading during his time in the business.

Niccol began his career at Procter & Gamble where he spent 10 years in various brand management positions. He holds an undergraduate degree from Miami University (OH) and an MBA from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Niccol serves on the board of governors for the Boys & Girls Club of America and on the board of directors of Harley-Davidson, Inc.

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