Walker Economic Development Foundation

07/18/2017

Just out of curiosity, "Why do parents allow their children to panhandle at busy intersections?"

06/28/2017

We're getting for the 2017 Essence Festival this weekend. We will be partnering with the Helen Cox football team in an effort to assist one of our local schools raise the necessary funds to field and properly equip their team.

If you have a church, school, or civic auxiliary that simply needs a hand, then contact us. WEDF is here to bring about a positive attitude and change in our communities.

Stay tuned for pictures and updates throughout the weekend.

04/10/2017

A few pictures of our adventures at the Walker Economic Development Foundation.

08/10/2016

Would you like to go on a healthy grocery shopping trip? Tomorrow, WEDF-NOLA will be partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank to provide a "Cooking Matters at the Store" session at the Gretna Neighborhood Walmart located on the Westbank Expressway. To participate stop by the Gretna Community Center to sign up.

07/13/2016

WEDF-NOLA will be partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank as we proceed with our summer feeding program for kids 18 and under at tbe Gretna Community Center.

Our efforts are geared to reduce the number of school aged kids that go without proper nourishment during breaks in the school year. We will be providing lunch on Wednesday July 13th and both breakfast and lunch on July 14th - 29th, Monday thru Friday.

06/27/2016

We are still seeking volunteers to help us to make a difference in our neighborhoods. If you or a family member, friend, or acquaintance are interested, please visit our website www.wedf-nola.org and submit your contact information. If your group or organization needs assistance, then don't hesitate to contact us.

"Let's start solving our problems and reduce the number of bystanders!"

Walker Affiliates LLC, Gretna

04/18/2016

WEDF is again recruiting reliable volunteers aged 16 and older to join us for the upcoming fundraising season. All volunteers must possess a photo ID and, if 18 or older, undergo an alcohol awareness training session (TIPS). Local groups, schools, and churches are urged to join us in our efforts to make a difference in our communities.

All interested parties should go to www.wedf-nola.org and submit your contact information via the "I Want to Volunteer" link.

LET'S STOP ONLY COMPLAINING ABOUT THE PROBLEMS AND BEGIN SOLVING THEM.

02/15/2016

Hello FBF! WEDF-NOLA will be competing for one of several charitable contributions from Gulf Coast Bank. The competition with other non-profits starts tomorrow. We are asking everyone to visit www.CommunityRewards.com to cast a vote for us each and every day until March 15th. Tell all of your family and friends to please lend a hand.

www.CommunityRewards.com

01/01/2016

Happy New Year to all of our FB family and friends. Lets continue to strive to be the best that we can be and always keep Christ first in our lives.