Eating organic doesn’t have to stretch your budget. Thanks to cashback platforms like Ibotta, shoppers can earn money back on everything from fresh produce to dairy alternatives and clean-label pantry items—all while maintaining a commitment to healthy, sustainable eating.

If you’re new to Ibotta or want to make the most of your grocery trips, here’s how to save money while shopping for organic and natural foods.

Step 1: Activate Offers Before You Shop
Before heading to the store or placing an online order, open the Ibotta app or browser extension. Browse available offers by store or product category. Many major grocery chains, including Kroger, Safeway, and Albertsons, offer cashback through Ibotta on staples like organic apples, almond milk, and whole grain cereals.

Be sure to activate offers by tapping the “+” symbol on each item you intend to purchase. Offers won’t apply retroactively if you skip this step.

Step 2: Shop at Partner Stores
Ibotta partners with dozens of retailers both in-store and online, making it easy to earn cashback on everyday purchases. You can activate offers and earn rewards at popular grocery and wellness-focused stores like Whole Foods Market, Sprouts Farmers Market, Walmart, Target, and Thrive Market.

Pro tip: Many of these stores also run digital coupons or loyalty savings—these can be stacked with your Ibotta rewards.

Step 3: Submit Your Receipt or Link Your Account
After shopping, either snap a photo of your receipt or link your store loyalty account to Ibotta. The app will verify your purchases and deposit cashback into your account within 24–72 hours.

Step 4: Withdraw Your Earnings
Once you reach the minimum threshold (typically $20), you can withdraw your Ibotta earnings via PayPal, Venmo, or gift cards.

Bonus Tip: Stack Savings with Other Apps 
Ibotta works great on its own, but you can also pair it with other platforms like Fluz to save even more. For instance, you could buy a Whole Foods gift card online via Fluz to earn instant cashback, then use that gift card to pay for purchases tied to Ibotta offers. Since Fluz allows you to purchase gift cards for the exact amount due at checkout, there’s no need to worry about leftover balances or pre-planning. You get rewarded upfront, and Ibotta still recognizes your eligible items through receipt scanning or linked accounts. This double-dip strategy works especially well at retailers like Whole Foods Market, The Vitamin Shoppe, and Walmart, where both platforms offer consistent savings. It’s one of the easiest ways to stack rewards without changing your routine.