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John Thomas Walton (October 8, 1946 – June 27, 2005) was an American war veteran and a son of Walmart founder Sam Walton. He was also the chairman of True North Venture Partners, a venture capital firm. Walton cofounded the Children's Scholarship Fund, providing tuition scholarships for disadvantaged youth.
Jun 28, 2005 · Wal-Mart heir and philanthropist John T. Walton died Monday in Wyoming, when the experimental, ultra-light aircraft he was piloting crashed, the Associated Press reports.
Philanthropic Focus: K-12 Education. John Walton was a son of Walmart founder Sam Walton. He used his multibillion-dollar inheritance to lead and champion some of the most effective educational reforms of the early 21st century. Born and raised in Arkansas, Walton grew up with two brothers and a sister. Their father owned a five-and-dime store.
