Governance and Values
Giving by Walmart is overseen by a committee of Walmart executives selected for their experience and expertise, in consultation with the Nominating and Governance Committee, a subset of Walmart's majority independent board. The committee plays a role in the oversight of Walmart's social, community and sustainability initiatives and charitable giving. Walmart giving includes the company’s donations to the Walmart Foundation, and other cash and in-kind donations. The Walmart Foundation is a separately incorporated 501(c)(3) private foundation, entirely funded by the company.
Julie Gehrki is president of the Walmart Foundation and also senior vice president of philanthropy at Walmart. She leads our charitable giving efforts, which, in FY2024, totaled more than $1.7 billion in cash and in-kind support to programs that align with our global philanthropic priorities: creating economic opportunity in retail, advancing environmental sustainability, strengthening local communities and fostering equity.
The Foundation’s financial statements are audited independently each year.
Board of Directors
Kathleen McLaughlin Executive Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer, Walmart Inc. | Doug McMillon | Andrea Albright |
Dan Bartlett | Anshu Bhardwaj | Rachel Brand |
Cedric Clark | Eduardo de la Garza | Brandi Joplin |
Kalyan Raman Krishnamurthy | Donna Morris | John David Rainey |
William White |
Walmart Foundation Officers
Julie Gehrki | Jacquelyn Brigance |
Bryan Del Rosario | BJ Crouch |
A team of Walmart associates supports both grantmaking and charitable programs funded by Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. Walmart Mexico and Flipkart also have their own charitable foundations.
Walmart’s core values guide our philanthropic efforts. We’re dedicated to making a positive, lasting impact and to being fair, open and honest with grantees:
- Service to the Customer
- Respect for the Individual
- Strive for Excellence
- Act with Integrity
