Northwest Arkansas Giving: Walmart and Sam’s Club Event Sponsorships Grant

The Northwest Arkansas Giving program offers event sponsorships through a biannual RFP process, exclusively for NWA-based nonprofits. It aims to enhance community engagement through fundraising events and community celebrations, fostering connections among residents. With Walmart's deep roots in the region, the program seeks to uplift Benton and Washington counties by supporting events that are accessible and impactful. Nonprofits can apply for one event sponsorship per year in each category, ensuring a diverse range of community-focused initiatives.

Note: All NWA-based organizations seeking event sponsorships should apply through the twice-annual RFP process. This is the only opportunity for nonprofits to apply for event sponsorship from Walmart.
Northwest Arkansas has been home to Walmart since Sam Walton opened his first store in the town of Rogers. Walmart and the Walmart Foundation continue to invest in the region which has supported Walmart becoming the global company it is today.
Our giving in our Northwest Arkansas aims to enhance the quality of life for all residents of Benton and Washington counties, and our goals are steeped in the belief that when our neighbors thrive and feel a sense of belonging in our shared community, we all thrive.
Beyond our Northwest Arkansas programs, we encourage nonprofits in the region to explore additional tools and resources for local nonprofits through Walmart Spark Good including local grants, round up, registry, and using the space in front of our stores for fundraising. Explore Spark Good here.
Event sponsorships in Northwest Arkansas are offered through requests for proposals, twice a year. Sponsorships are awarded in two categories:

• Fundraising: Primary goal of the event is fundraising for the nonprofit, with paid tickets above $25.​

Community Events: Primary goal of the event is to celebrate, raise awareness and engage. This is a large-scale community event that is free or tickets that are $25 or less.​

Eligibility

Nonprofits are eligible to receive funding for one event per year in each category.