UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

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SCHEDULE 14A

 

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M39019-P16592 You are receiving this communication because you hold shares in the above named company. This is not a ballot. You cannot use this notice to vote these shares. This communication presents only an overview of the more complete proxy materials that are available to you on the Internet. You may view the proxy materials online at www.proxyvote.com or easily request a paper copy (see reverse side). We encourage you to access and review all of the important information contained in the proxy materials before voting. UNITED NATURAL FOODS, INC. See the reverse side of this notice to obtain proxy materials and voting instructions. *** Exercise Your Right to Vote *** Important Notice Regarding the Availability of Proxy Materials for the Shareholder Meeting to Be Held on December 13, 2011. Meeting Information Meeting Type: Annual Meeting For holders as of: October 18, 2011 Date: December 13, 2011 Time: 4:00 PM Location: The company will be hosting the Meeting live via the Internet this year. To attend the Meeting via the Internet please visit www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/unfi2011 and be sure to have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page). Meeting live via the Internet-please visit www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/unfi2011. . XXXX XXXX XXXX

 

M39020-P16592 How To Vote Please Choose One of the Following Voting Methods Vote By Internet: Before The Meeting: Go to www.proxyvote.com. Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow available and follow the instructions. During The Meeting: Go to www.virtualshareholdermeeting.com/unfi2011. Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow available and follow the instructions. Vote By Mail: You can vote by mail by requesting a paper copy of the materials, which will include a voting instruction form. Requests, instructions and other inquiries sent to this e-mail address will NOT be forwarded to your investment advisor. Please make the request as instructed above on or before November 29, 2011 to facilitate timely delivery. How to View Online: Have the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) and visit: www.proxyvote.com. How to Request and Receive a PAPER or E-MAIL Copy: If you want to receive a paper or e-mail copy of these documents, you must request one. There is NO charge for requesting a copy. Please choose one of the following methods to make your request: 1) BY INTERNET: www.proxyvote.com 2) BY TELEPHONE: 1-800-579-1639 3) BY E-MAIL*: sendmaterial@proxyvote.com * If requesting materials by e-mail, please send a blank e-mail with the information that is printed in the box marked by the arrow (located on the following page) in the subject line. Before You Vote How to Access the Proxy Materials NOTICE AND PROXY STATEMENT 2011 ANNUAL REPORT TO STOCKHOLDERS FORM 10-K Proxy Materials Available to VIEW or RECEIVE: . XXXX XXXX XXXX . XXXX XXXX XXXX . XXXX XXXX XXXX . XXXX XXXX XXXX

 

Voting Items NOTE: Such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment thereof. 2. To ratify the selection of KPMG LLP as our independent registered public accounting firm for the fiscal year ending July 28, 2012. 1. To elect three nominees as directors to serve until the 2014 annual meeting of stockholders. Nominees: The Board of Directors recommends you vote FOR the following proposals: 1a. Michael S. Funk 1c. Steven L. Spinner 1b. James P. Heffernan 3. To conduct an advisory vote on executive compensation. 4. To conduct an advisory vote on the frequency of advisory votes on executive compensation. 5. To consider a stockholder proposal regarding succession planning if properly presented at the annual meeting. The Board of Directors recommends you vote 1 year on the following proposal: The Board of Directors recommends you vote AGAINST the following proposal: M39021-P16592

 

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