Our Goal: Improve American K-12 student achievement, especially in low-income communities, by investing in organizations and programs that empower parents to choose among high-performing schools and insert competition into public education.

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Our Goal: Achieve lasting conservation outcomes in ocean and river systems that benefit both people and wildlife by aligning economic and conservation interests.

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Our Goal: Invest in statewide education reform in Arkansas as well as quality of life initiatives in northwest Arkansas and in the delta region of Arkansas and Mississippi.

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Recent News and Media

2011 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Receives $15,000

Kimberly Wilson, from Monticello High School, is the 2011 Arkansas Teacher of the Year. Each year, we sponsor the award to recognize outstanding educators.

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Who We Are

The Walton Family Foundation is guided by Sam and Helen Walton's strong belief in the need for innovation and individual empowerment. In 2010, we made grants and program-related investments totaling more than $1.49 billion. Learn more >>