Walker Area Community Foundation

Walker Area Community Foundation Walker Area Community Foundation works daily to improve the quality of life for the people of Walker County and the surrounding area.
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The Walker Area Community Foundation is a nonprofit, grantmaking organization building the permanent capital needed in our area to daily facilitate community conversations, inspire action, and empower partners. Governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, and helped by you our stakeholders, this foundation makes grants to nonprofit organizations impacting educational, cultural, civic, public and ot

her charitable needs of the Walker County area. The Community Foundation is here to stay. We invest in the present to secure the future for my children, your children and all future generations. Forever, we will award grants to make an impact, lead to further our community and provide a conduit for your gifts to collectively make a difference. Humans have an innate desire to help others. For many of us there is never enough time or money to individually answer the almost overwhelming needs of our community. Needs that only a combined effort can meet. Because of this foundation you do not have to go it alone. Together, we can take on those seemingly overwhelming tasks that are beyond most individuals. We all love our community…we can’t help ourselves.

06/01/2026

Move-In Day is here for our 2026 Summer Interns!

We're excited to officially welcome this year's interns to Walker County. Over the coming weeks, they will experience all that makes our community special while building connections and gaining hands-on experience.

We're also excited to welcome back Edward Fountain as the 2026 supervising intern. Edward will help lead and support this summer's interns throughout their experience.

If you see Edward and the interns around town this week, be sure to say hello and help us give them a warm welcome.

Stay tuned as we introduce our 2026 interns on social media in the coming weeks.

ATTENTION NONPROFITS!!!This is a reminder that the 2026 Collective Grant Cycle CLOSES this MONDAY!Focus Areas: Collabora...
05/29/2026

ATTENTION NONPROFITS!!!

This is a reminder that the 2026 Collective Grant Cycle CLOSES this MONDAY!

Focus Areas: Collaborative Planning for Economic Growth, Lifelong Learning and Success, Next-Generation Leadership, and Health, Well-being, and Quality of Life.

Detailed information on these areas of focus is available in the application. Visit wacf.org/grants to apply.

This cycle is open to organizations that have previously received funding from the Walker Area Community Foundation.

05/27/2026

This Walker Wednesday, we’re highlighting the Literacy Council of Central Alabama and the incredible work they are doing across our community. They serve children, teens, and adults with literacy support that builds confidence, strengthens skills, and creates real opportunities at every stage of life.

Watch until the end to learn how you can get involved, whether that is donating books or volunteering your time, and help support the important work they are doing right here in our community.

05/26/2026

The Walker Area Community Foundation is thrilled to welcome the 2026 Walker County Interns next week! Seven University of Alabama students are heading our way for eight weeks of living, working, and experiencing everything our community has to offer.

Before we kick off a new summer, hear from Logan Smith, one of our 2025 interns, on what this experience meant to her.

Today our office is closed in observance of Memorial Day.
05/25/2026

Today our office is closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Bankhead House & Heritage Center  Concert Cancellation Notice: The Backdraft concert at the Bankhead House & Heritage C...
05/23/2026

Bankhead House & Heritage Center
 Concert Cancellation Notice: The Backdraft concert at the Bankhead House & Heritage Center has been canceled. Stay tuned to our social media for an alternate date. Thank you for your understanding!

The Walker Area Community Foundation is proud to share that we awarded more than $2.1 million in this past grant cycle. ...
05/22/2026

The Walker Area Community Foundation is proud to share that we awarded more than $2.1 million in this past grant cycle. We are honored to support meaningful grantmaking that strengthens our community. If you are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization seeking funding opportunities, we encourage you to visit: wacf.org/grants

05/20/2026

This Walker Wednesday takes us inside the beautifully restored White House on Fifth Museum & Gallery in downtown Jasper, a historic home with deep roots in our community and a new purpose.

Gifting this home back to the community, the Walker Area Community Foundation has helped create a place where exhibits, artifacts, and a dedicated gallery highlight the story of Walker County.

The museum is now open to the public Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a closure from 12:00 to 1:00 for lunch, and the third Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Visit whitehouseonfifth.org for more information.

05/19/2026

Tune in tomorrow for Walker Wednesday as we highlight the White House on Fifth Museum & Gallery, now officially open!

We are proud to celebrate our board member, Beth Thorne Stukes, on receiving an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from A...
05/18/2026

We are proud to celebrate our board member, Beth Thorne Stukes, on receiving an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Auburn University.

This well-deserved recognition reflects Beth’s lifelong commitment to education, service, and philanthropy. Her leadership, generosity, and vision have created lasting opportunities for students and strengthened communities across Alabama, especially right here in Walker County.

We are deeply grateful for Beth’s continued service to our Foundation and the impact she makes through her dedication to building a brighter future for generations to come.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Beth Thorne Stukes on this extraordinary honor.

Address

124 N Walston Bridge Road
Jasper, AL
35504

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Website

https://linktr.ee/walkerareacommunityfoundation

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