AI Summary
Walker Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaker that paid $1.1M across 47 grantees in filing year 2025 and supports foundations. It is open for unsolicited proposals, so prospective applicants should review the How to Apply section of the current profile page to assess fit.
Cause Areas
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Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DUCKS UNLIMITED INC
MEMPHIS, TN
$701.4K
7%
MIDTOWN PARTNERS INC
Jackson, MS
$658.3K
7%
MISSISSIPPI MUSEUM OF ART INC
Jackson, MS
$521.8K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
52
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
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- 115 grantees
- 8 board & team members
- 12 historic 990s & financials
- 6-year operating budget trend
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Walker Foundation?
Yes. Walker Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does Walker Foundation give?
Walker Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Mississippi, Texas, and Virginia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Walker Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Walker Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Walker Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Walker Foundation awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $931 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Walker Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Walker Foundation awarded grants to about 120 grantees. Recent grantees include DUCKS UNLIMITED INC, MIDTOWN PARTNERS INC, and MISSISSIPPI MUSEUM OF ART INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Walker Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.