About Us
We are the Downtown Walla Walla Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We support a strong, welcoming downtown by strengthening local businesses, caring for public spaces and historic places, and creating experiences that bring people together. For more than 40 years, we have worked with businesses, residents, and community partners to keep downtown Walla Walla vibrant and connected.
Our Vision
A downtown where people feel welcome, local businesses succeed, and the community comes together year-round.
Mission
To promote the history, culture, and commerce of downtown Walla Walla.
What this looks like
Our work is guided by the Main Street Four Point Approach, a proven framework used by downtowns nationwide to strengthen local economies and sense of place.
In downtown Walla Walla, this work centers on supporting local businesses and ensuring downtown works for the people who live here, not just those who visit.
Our work focuses on
Outreach: Building relationships and inviting participation
Promotion: Creating experiences that bring people downtown
Design: Caring for downtown’s look, feel, and historic character
Economic Vitality: Supporting local businesses and entrepreneurs