In 2018 The Walker Foundation provided nearly $50,000 in funding to four Wrangell organizations that support health-related projects. The board selected Community Roots, City of Wrangell Parks and Recreation, City of Wrangell Volunteer Fire Department, and Southeast Beasts as recipients out of numerous applications.
Community Roots is a local social support group for the LGBTQA community.
The Walker Foundation awarded Community Roots with a $1,000.00 grant to help support QPR GateKeeper Suicide Prevention Training in March.
City of Wrangell Parks and Recreation provides children and families with the chance to engage in educational programs and physical activities in Wrangell. The Walker Foundation provided Parks and Recreation with a $15,000.00 grant to help support the Kyle Angerman Playground project.
The Walker Foundation awarded City of Wrangell Volunteer Fire Department (WVFD) with $30,565.50 grant to purchase a Zoll X-Series Monitor Defibrillator for their ambulance.
Southeast Beasts is a community-based organization whose mission is to empower people to develop healthy lifestyles. The Walker Foundation provided Southeast Beasts with a $3,000.00 grant to support community runs throughout the year.
To apply or for information about The Walker Foundation, contact Jessica Whitaker at jessicaw@searhc.org or 907-874-5000.
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