Mr. George created opportunities for associates to become company owners 95 years ago. Fast-forward to today, and we still uphold the same values.

Mr. George believed that when you own something, you take better care of it. Company ownership started with his 1st store in 1930. He wanted his associates to become owners of the company. With his help, Mr. George’s associates were able to buy stock and become stockholders. He knew that by investing in his associates, they would take great pride in their company and be more motivated in their daily work.

Publix gives you stock through the PROFIT Plan

Today, you can still be a company owner — just by working here! If you’re eligible, one of the ways we invest in you is by adding Publix stock to your PROFIT Plan account.

This month, we announce Publix’s contribution to the PROFIT Plan — the stock that eligible associates receive each year at no cost.

What being an owner means today

As associates, our efforts support Publix’s growth and success. Every associate plays a vital role in our company’s future. By being devoted to doing the right thing and making responsible decisions in our jobs every day, we help make Publix successful.

Mr. George once said, “Publix will be a little better, or not quite as good, because of you.” Let’s continue to make Publix a great place to work and shop. As company owners, we should be passionate about the work we do, every day. Our contributions are what make Publix a better company.

About the PROFIT Plan and how eligibility works

You automatically become a participant in the PROFIT Plan, which is an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), once you complete 1 year of employment, during which you receive 1,000 or more work credit hours.

You are eligible to share in Publix’s contribution to the PROFIT Plan this year if you

• were a PROFIT Plan participant in 2025
• received at least 1,000 work credit hours in your anniversary year that ended during 2025
• received eligible wages in 2025 and
• were employed as of Dec. 31, 2025 (or if you weren’t employed as of Dec. 31, 2025, and were vested in the PROFIT Plan).

Best of all, this fantastic benefit comes at no cost to you!

Learn more about our culture of ownership

Visit the Retirement & Stock page on PASSport.