Alice L. Walton

Foundation

All people deserve access to a life filled with opportunity.

That's the vision behind philanthropist Alice Walton's founding of non-profit organizations that include Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Art Bridges Foundation, Heartland Whole Health Institute, the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine, and the Alice L. Walton Foundation.

Founded in 2017, the Alice L. Walton Foundation is committed to increasing access to the arts, improving education, enhancing health, and advancing economic opportunity for all. Through this work, the foundation strives to deliver meaningful and lasting change to individuals and communities most in need.

All people deserve access to a life filled with opportunity.

That's the vision behind philanthropist Alice Walton's founding of non-profit organizations that include Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Art Bridges Foundation, Heartland Whole Health Institute, the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine, and the Alice L. Walton Foundation.

Founded in 2017, the Alice L. Walton Foundation is committed to increasing access to the arts, improving education, enhancing health, and advancing economic opportunity for all. Through this work, the foundation strives to deliver meaningful and lasting change to individuals and communities most in need.

Alice Walton at Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville Arkansas

Alice L. Walton Foundation

All people deserve access to a life filled with opportunity.

That's the vision behind philanthropist Alice Walton's founding of non-profit organizations that include Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, Art Bridges Foundation, Heartland Whole Health Institute, the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine, and the Alice L. Walton Foundation.

Founded in 2017, the Alice L. Walton Foundation is committed to increasing access to the arts, improving education, enhancing health, and advancing economic opportunity for all. Through this work, the foundation strives to deliver meaningful and lasting change to individuals and communities most in need.

Alice Walton at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

Impact: By the
Numbers

Impact: By
the Numbers

Impact: By
the Numbers

Since its founding, the Alice L. Walton Foundation has empowered people to live more fulfilling lives – by expanding access to art, wellness, education and economic opportunity. We've worked with more than 225 partners on more than 400 grants.

Since its founding, the Alice L. Walton Foundation has empowered people to live more fulfilling lives – by expanding access to art, wellness, education and economic opportunity. We've worked with more than 225 partners on more than 400 grants.

Since its founding, the Alice L. Walton Foundation has empowered people to live more fulfilling lives – by expanding access to art, wellness, education and economic opportunity. We've worked with more than 225 partners on more than 400 grants.

Alice Walton with school children outside of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Alice Walton with school children outside of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Alice Walton with school children outside of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art

About Alice

Northwest Arkansas is home, a truth that Alice Walton has never been confused about. Across many of her projects, she has sought to show others its beauty and value. Alice values the quality of life in Bentonville and enjoys time spent at Crystal Bridges, shopping at the local farmer's market to cook a meal for family, joining community meetings alongside her neighbors, and finding joy in nature by hiking or casting a line on the region's trails and streams.

About Alice

Northwest Arkansas is home, a truth that Alice Walton has never been confused about. Across many of her projects, she has sought to show others its beauty and value. Alice values the quality of life in Bentonville and enjoys time spent at Crystal Bridges, shopping at the local farmer's market to cook a meal for family, joining community meetings alongside her neighbors, and finding joy in nature by hiking or casting a line on the region's trails and streams.

About Alice

Northwest Arkansas is home, a truth that Alice Walton has never been confused about. Across many of her projects, she has sought to show others its beauty and value. Alice values the quality of life in Bentonville and enjoys time spent at Crystal Bridges, shopping at the local farmer's market to cook a meal for family, joining community meetings alongside her neighbors, and finding joy in nature by hiking or casting a line on the region's trails and streams.

Philanthropies Founded by Alice Walton

Recent News

Recent News

Bringing Art to Arkansas Youth

When you think of Arkansas, art may not be the first word to come to mind but don’t tell that to Alice Walton who has built a world class art .

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and the Momentary Report on 2020 Efforts to Expand Outreach and Diversify the Museum

“In 2020, as our country navigated COVID-related challenges and grappled with racial inequities that threaten our democracy, Crystal Bridges embraced our role as a community-centered institution and committed to the .

School announces next steps in its development, including a new name, building plans, and location

Bentonville, Ark. (June 30, 2022) – Today, Alice L. Walton School of Medicine announces the next steps in its development, including a new name reflecting its founder’s commitment and plans for a state-of-the-art medical education facility to be built in Bentonville, Arkansas.

Alice Walton Awarded The 2022 Getty Medal

The J. Paul Getty Medal, the highest honor bestowed by The J Paul Getty Trust, recognizes extraordinary contributions to the practice, understanding, and support of the arts and humanities.

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  • Serving Students and the Community with Well-Designed Housing
    Serving Students and the Community with Well-Designed Housing

    A new complex planned to open in 2026 includes housing options for Alice L. Walton School of Medicine students.

  • Creating an Arts-Rich Environment at Arkansas Children’s Northwest
    Creating an Arts-Rich Environment at Arkansas Children’s Northwest

    Funding supports an innovative 3-year program to integrate art to improve health outcomes.

  • A Radical Vision: Art for All in America
    A Radical Vision: Art for All in America

    At the 2024 Aspen Ideas Festival, three leaders on a mission to make art more accessible across America discuss the transformative power of the arts.

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Investing in Diverse Art Museum Leadership
Serving Students and the Community with Well-Designed Housing
Focusing on the Intersections of Art, Nature and Well-Being
How We’re Supporting Our Community In Northwest Arkansas