Reed and Carolee Walker Fund
The Reed and Carolee Walker Fund grants support Jackson County nonprofits advancing programs and capacity-building to benefit low-income residents, especially children, and strengthen community well-being.
Funder: Oregon Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027: Full application submission deadline (projected) | March 2027: Fiscal sponsor paperwork submission deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: Strategic Track: ~$1,000,000 total; typical awards $10,000–$50,000 (avg. $20,000); ~50 grants; 1-year duration.
Summary: Supports Jackson County nonprofits serving low-income residents, especially children, to strengthen community well-being and nonprofit infrastructure.
Key Information: Only one application per organization per year; fiscal sponsor paperwork due with application.
Description
The Reed and Carolee Walker Fund, administered by the Oregon Community Foundation, provides annual grants to nonprofit organizations serving people—especially children—living on low incomes in Jackson County, Oregon. The fund aims to address inequities, expand access to resources, and strengthen the region’s nonprofit infrastructure, supporting both ongoing and emerging community needs. Strategic grants offer flexible support for programs and capacity-building projects that directly benefit low-income residents and help build a more vibrant, equitable community.
