Walker County Nonprofit Journal

04/01/2024

A new exhibit is opening soon at the Bankhead House & Heritage Center celebrating 200 years of Walker County!

31/12/2023

14/12/2023

Looking for a Christmas Eve service?

07/12/2023

Support local art this weekend at Maddox Intermediate!

Make plans this Friday to watch a wonderful play at Maddox!! WE hope to see you there!!!

30/11/2023

There’s no better way to kick off the holidays!

23/11/2023

Join Glory Fellowship Baptist Church tomorrow for food and fellowship!

Glory Fellowship would like to invite YOU - our friends and neighbors - to join us at the Downtown Jasper Civic Center on Thanksgiving Day for a FREE traditional Thanksgiving meal. We will be serving lunch from 11 AM - 1 PM and to-go plates will begin at 1:00. We hope to see you there! 🦃

17/11/2023

Kick off the Christmas season with Bevill State!

02/11/2023

26/10/2023

This weekend!

Bring your kiddos for lots of fun!

19/10/2023

This weekend!

12/10/2023

It’s Homecoming week for Jasper!

05/10/2023

Running for a great cause!

28/09/2023

Don’t miss out on some great deals from this sale!

21/09/2023

This event is always great fun!

14/09/2023

07/09/2023

This is a wonderful way to get clothing for the kiddos in your life at a lower cost!

Give their page a “follow”!

31/08/2023

The City of Jasper was designated as a Main Street Alabama community on June 1, 2015. The Jasper Main Street Downtown district has seen significant changes, including thriving businesses and a district that has become a backdrop for many annual events. In addition to the changes of its physical characteristics, a palpable change has taken place in the sense of pride of its people. Jasper Main Street has a growing and diverse group of volunteers dedicated to the fulfillment of the organization’s mission.

Jasper Main Street’s mission for Downtown Jasper is to preserve and enhance the historic charm and integrity of our community while encouraging local spending, tourism, and a sense of community which will improve the local economy.

Jasper Main Street’s vision is to help create a unique and vital downtown that enriches the business community, embraces history, celebrates the arts, preserves our natural environment, and promotes quality events to instill a sense of pride in our community.

24/08/2023

One month till Foothills!

We are just one month away from kicking off the 10th annual Foothills Festival!! Make plans to join us!

17/08/2023

This weekend!

The Walker County Arts Alliance is proud to present “Always…Patsy Cline” on Saturday, August 19, at 7PM, and Sunday, August 20, at 2PM.

Learn More: https://walkerleader.com/2023/08/03/the-walker-county-arts-alliance-presents-alwayspatsy-cline/

11/08/2023

Foothills will be here soon!

We are bringing you another huge lineup, a Kid's Zone, and amazing food and craft vendors again for the 10th annual on September 15 & 16.
👉THANK YOU to all of our partners for your support!

27/07/2023

The Free Will Baptist Home has been providing a loving home for hurting children since 1947. In our almost 75 years of ministry, they have worked with around 1000 children. They assist the Alabama Department of Human Resources (ALDHR) with placements for foster children and accept private referrals of any family in need of our services.

Most of the children come from very chaotic environments and they strive to provide them with stability, consistency, and love. They want them to have the same opportunities as every other young person. There is no charge for admission.

The Children's Home is a nonprofit that is funded by the generous donations of individuals, churches, businesses, and other organizations. They are well known for the Toy Run motorcycle ride, which is always held the first Saturday in December. At this event, hundreds of motorcyclists gather from all over the state and some from across the country to raise money for the home.

20/07/2023

Walker College Foundation was established in 1998. Since that time, they have provided close to $3 million in scholarship funds to students in and around our community. Those funds come from community members – donors who care about the future of our young people and who believe in the power of education to permanently change lives.

Their mission is to support post-secondary education in our community by providing financial, human, and technical support to students who are seeking a college education. They accomplish this mission through two-year scholarships, transfer scholarships, and dual-enrollment scholarships.

13/07/2023

LOCAL THEATER!!! The Walker County Arts Alliance is proud to present "Always...Patsy Cline" on Saturday, 8/19, at 7PM (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/673184602267), and Sunday, 8/20, at 2PM (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/673228373187). The musical play, complete with down-home country humor, true emotion, and even some audience participation, includes many of Patsy’s unforgettable hits such as “Crazy,” “I Fall to Pieces,” “Sweet Dreams” and “Walking After Midnight”…27 songs in all. The show’s title was inspired by Cline’s letters to Louise Seger, which were consistently signed “Love ALWAYS…Patsy Cline.”
Play Tickets are $20.
On Saturday, August 19, VIP Tickets are available for $40. This includes the play ticket price, a VIP reception at the WCAA from 6PM – 7PM with drinks and refreshments, and seating in the VIP section. A $5 Member discount is available on the VIP tickets.
Cast:
Patsy Cline – Lorin O'Rear
Louise Seger - Libby Allred
The Sweet Dreams Tribute Band
Tony Long- Lead Guitar
Ricky Naramore- Piano/Fiddle
Danny Long- Bass Guitar
Jeff Parnell- Acoustic Guitar
Terry Merchant- Drums
J. J. Hadder- Vocals
Director: Maria Ross
Musical Director: Cindy Dawkins Laing
Set Design: Eddie Brown
Based on a true story. Created and originally directed by Ted Swindley.

Questions call Kate Gurganus at 205-221-1711 or email [email protected]

30/06/2023

Have a safe and wonderful holiday!

08/06/2023

St. Mary`s Episcopal Church began a food bank 15 years ago, operating from a closet in the Parish Hall. In 2013 they distributed over 600 bags of groceries. Every Tuesday morning, in addition to distributing food, they operate a diaper bank, and offer breakfast to clients as they wait to register. St Mary's currently distributes on average over 10,000 sets of groceries per year, and in 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, they distributed over 29,000 bags of groceries.

The food bank director, Mike McClendon, carefully plans what they order through the Community Food Bank of Birmingham, so that costs are low, while providing a variety of staples, protein, and dairy. For every $6 spent, a bag of food worth a minimum of $30 is distributed.

St. Mary's Episcopal is a small congregation of about 170 members. Therefore they could not hope to fund this mission through their regular church budget. They depend upon their annual Valentine’s Day Luncheon fundraiser, grant funding, and outside donations to support this ministry.

29/05/2023

Remember and honor today and every day.

27/04/2023

Art in the Park is in two weeks!