#8 – Walgreens Boots Alliance: A Trusted Healthcare Partner

Illustrated Purpose Statements From Around the World

“To inspire more joyful lives through better health.”

by Walgreens Boots Alliance, the global pharmacy and healthcare company headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois.

Founded in 1901 in Chicago, Walgreens Boots Alliance has become a trusted healthcare partner for millions.

Today, Walgreens Boots Alliance operates approximately 12,500 locations across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America, generating $147.7 billion in revenue in FY2024.

Its purpose—to make lives more joyful through better health—has guided the company’s evolution from a traditional pharmacy into a broader health and wellness ecosystem.

Initiatives include expanding digital health services, simplifying prescription access, and supporting local communities through vaccination and screening programs.

Walgreens is also exploring innovative ways to align health with environmental responsibility.

In 2023, it opened its first net-zero energy retail store in Florida, powered by solar panels, wind turbines, and geothermal systems, marking a bold step toward sustainable operations.

Despite a setback in 2024, Walgreens’ long-term commitment to health and community remains clear.

Purpose never stops being the compass shaping where, how, and why they operate.