Our Purpose

Our purpose

Unlocking the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. That is our purpose.

We are the Good food, Good life company. We believe in the power of food to enhance lives. Good food nourishes and delights the senses. It helps children grow healthy, pets thrive, parents age gracefully and everyone live life to the fullest. Good food brings us together. Good food also respects our planet and protects resources for future generations.

At Nestlé, we constantly explore and push the boundaries of what is possible with foods, beverages, and nutritional health solutions to enhance quality of life and contribute to a healthier future. We focus our energy and resources where unlocking the power of food can make the greatest difference to the lives of people and pets, protect and enhance the environment, and generate significant value for our shareholders and stakeholders alike.

Our brands

We have more than 2000 brands ranging from global icons to local favorites, and are present in 186 countries worldwide.

Our ambitions

We have defined three overarching ambitions for 2030 which guide our work and support the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Find out more about our efforts in these areas in Sustainability.

Our values

Guided by our values rooted in respect, we want to shape a better and healthier world. We’re continuing the legacy of our founder Henri Nestlé who created a life-saving infant cereal more than 150 years ago.