Who We Are
Jordan Walker’s Mission:
Empowering the Next Generation
Who We Are
Walker’s Winners is a dynamic youth education initiative founded by longtime educator Katrina M. Walker and her son Jordan Walker, MLB player for the St. Louis Cardinals. Based in St. Louis, Missouri, the program partners with schools, families, community organizations, and influencers to help K-12 students become “goal getters” through a focus on reading and math literacy.
By fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and resilience, Walker’s Winners empowers students to envision and pursue positive life paths. Through academic support, mentorship, and character development, the program prepares students to thrive educationally, personally, and professionally.
“Every child deserves the tools to succeed,” Jordan emphasizes.
“Walker’s Winners is my way of giving back to the community that gave so much to me.”
The Power of Role Models
When a student meets someone who believes in them, the effect is transformative. Jordan’s presence in classrooms and the community shows kids that success is possible.
Through Walker’s Winners, students establish personalized goals, remain accountable, and celebrate every milestone. Being seen, supported, and encouraged empowers students to embrace their own potential.
Collaborating with educators, mentors, families, and organizations, Jordan and the Walker’s Winners team cultivate opportunities that open doors to meaningful futures. Every goal achieved, every child empowered, every success celebrated reflects the enduring impact of support and mentorship.
Vision
K–12 students who love learning and purposefully pursue growth opportunities that drive them toward an empowered future.
Mission
To work with schools, families, and community partners to ensure students are proficient in reading and math, envision a positive and empowered life path, and work purposefully toward their goals.
What We Believe
- Every child has remarkable potential
- Education is the foundation of opportunity
- Opportunity, encouragement and accountability are key to maximizing potential.
- Strong partnerships between families, schools, and communities create stronger futures
- When someone believes in you, you believe more strongly in yourself
The Heart of Walker’s Winners
Walker’s Winners is more than a program — it is a promise. A promise to give every child the support and encouragement that helped shape us. A promise that, no matter a student’s background, they deserve to be seen, celebrated, and inspired to reach their dreams.
Through reading, math, mentorship, and moments of joy, Jordan Walker and the Walker’s Winners team show St. Louis students that success is not about where you start — it is about believing in where you can go.
Leadership
Walker’s Winners is built on shared mission and lifelong commitment to education.
Jordan Walker
CO-FOUNDER
MLB Player, St. Louis Cardinals
Katrina M. Walker
CO-FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Longtime Educator & Leader
A Harvard, Emory, and Washington University graduate with over 25 years in public education. Katrina has taught 9th, 11th, and 12th grades, served as an IB Coordinator and Department Chair, and led a 400-member National Honor Society Organization. She believes that every student deserves access to rigorous and engaging education — regardless of zip code or family’s bank account.