[Alex C. Walker Foundation](https://walker-foundation.org)

April 1, 2026 | October 1, 2026

Typical grants range from $5,000–$50,000 per year; project durations are usually 1–2 years.

Supports projects using market-based approaches to address economic imbalances and promote a sustainable economy, with required dissemination of findings.

Applications are accepted by invitation or from prior grantees only; unsolicited applications are not reviewed.

--- ## Description The Alex C. Walker Foundation funds projects that leverage market-based solutions to address economic imbalances and promote sustainability. The Foundation supports research, pilot studies, and demonstration projects investigating the causes of economic imbalances, particularly those related to ecosystem services, climate change, energy security, food production, and the global financial system. Projects must also include a plan to disseminate results and contribute to public knowledge, especially as it relates to the free enterprise system. Funding is available for local, national, and international initiatives that have the potential to impact the United States or the global free-enterprise system. --- ## Due Dates - April 1, 2026: Annual application deadline — for summer funding consideration. - October 1, 2026: Annual application deadline — for fall funding consideration. Applications outside these cycles may be considered for urgent/time-sensitive projects, but this is rare. --- ## Funding Amount - Typical grant awards range from **$5,000 to $50,000 per year**. - Project durations are generally **1–2 years**. - The Foundation may consider funding pilot studies, seed grants, or demonstration projects. - Renewal applications from prior grantees are accepted. --- ## Eligibility - **Organizations must have 501(c)(3) U.S. tax-exempt status.** - The Foundation does **not** fund individuals. - U.S.-based organizations may apply for projects conducted internationally. - Only applications invited by the Foundation or from previously funded applicants are accepted. Unsolicited applications are not reviewed. - All projects must address at least one of the Foundation’s core purposes and include a dissemination plan. --- ## Application Process - **Step 1:** Confirm eligibility and alignment with the Foundation’s focus on market-based solutions to economic imbalances and sustainability. - **Step 2:** Prepare a full online application (pre-proposals are not currently accepted). - **Step 3:** Submit the application through the [Walker Foundation online portal](https://walker-foundation.org/Net/Forms/UserOrgs.aspx?processtype=orgapp&alias=walker.app&gonext=%2fNet%2fForms%2fAppCheck.aspx) before the relevant deadline. - **Required Attachments:** - IRS 501(c)(3) determination letter - Organizational structure, directors, affiliations, and key project personnel - Financial statement - (Optional) Photographs, charts, maps, annual report, and other supporting documents - **Reporting:** Funded projects must submit progress reports online, including at least one image, and regularly update the Foundation on results. --- ## Additional Information - Projects should demonstrate innovation, potential for broad impact, sustainability, collaboration, and objectivity. - The Foundation favors proposals that combine market approaches with regulatory or policy frameworks, and that provide for measurable outcomes and public reporting. - General educational programs and purely ideological or political activities are not funded. - For detailed application questions and required materials, review the [Online Grant Application Questions & Guidelines](https://walker-foundation.org/Core/Form/Preview.aspx?ppid=7216) and [Files to Attach](https://walker-foundation.org/info/8584). --- ## External Links - [Walker Foundation Grant Guidelines](https://walker-foundation.org/grant-guidelines) - [Start Your Application](https://walker-foundation.org/start) - [Online Application Portal](https://walker-foundation.org/Net/Forms/UserOrgs.aspx?processtype=orgapp&alias=walker.app&gonext=%2fNet%2fForms%2fAppCheck.aspx) - [Qualities Trustees Favor](https://walker-foundation.org/info/83443) - [Contact the Foundation](https://walker-foundation.org/contact) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Address | Email/Contact Form | Phone | |---------------------|-------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|---------------| | Barrett P. Walker | 1729 Coventry Place, Decatur, GA 30030 | [Write an email message](https://walker-foundation.org/account/write/5316) | 412-762-6538* | *To discuss by phone, email your number and a good time to be reached. ---

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