Sprouts Farmers Market did not report any federal lobbying activity during the 2024 election cycle, according to data released by the Senate Office of Public Records and FEC updates. This absence of political lobbying minimizes the risk of corporate influence in potentially authoritarian political processes.

An OpenSecrets profile details the political contribution recipients for Sprouts Farmers Market during the 2024 election cycle. The webpage aggregates contributions of $200 or more reported to the Federal Election Commission, listing candidate recipients and top donation recipients. While the disclosure promotes transparency, the lack of clarity regarding the ideological leanings of the beneficiaries raises concerns about the potential for supporting policies that may undermine progressive and anti-authoritarian values.

Sprouts Farmers Market settled a federal sexual harassment and retaliation charge filed with the EEOC by paying $265K. As part of the conciliation agreement, the company agreed to update its policies, provide training, and engage an external Title VII consultant, highlighting shortcomings in its worker protections despite remedial efforts.

Sprouts Farmers Market has reached a one-year conciliation agreement with the EEOC after a federal charge of sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation. Under the terms of the settlement, the company will provide $265,000 to affected employees and implement measures including hiring an external Title VII consultant, updating policies, and providing training on sexual harassment and retaliation.

Sprouts Farmers Market released its 2023 Impact Report detailing a wide range of progressive initiatives including enhanced labor practices, extensive team member development programs, responsible sourcing across its supply chain, and robust ESG governance. These efforts underscore the company’s commitment to ethical business practices, worker rights, and an inclusive, sustainable operation.

Sprouts Farmers Market published a detailed commitment statement on human rights, outlining plans to integrate robust human rights policies, improve labor practices, and enforce supplier compliance through its Supplier Code of Conduct and stakeholder engagement initiatives.

On May 9, 2023, a lawsuit was filed against Sprouts Farmers Market alleging multiple incidents of sexual harassment, sexual battery, and subsequent retaliation against a female employee who reported the misconduct. The EEOC investigation later found reasonable cause supporting the claims of gender discrimination and a broader pattern of hostile work environment.