Lukas Tyler Walton

$28B

Details

UID: p-lukastylerwalton

Education

BA Environmental Science & Economics, Colorado College; Journeys School

Background

- Born September 19, 1986 in San Diego, California (age 38) - Grandson of Sam Walton (Walmart founder) - Son of John Walton (died 2005 in plane crash) - Survived rare cancer at age 3; credits natural diet for recovery - Mother started Olivewood Gardens after his recovery - Lived and traveled globally (Thailand, Mexico) - BA Environmental Science & Economics, Colorado College - Founded Builders Vision in 2021 - Richest person under 40 in the world - Named TIME 100 Climate Leaders (2025) - Education: BA Environmental Science & Economics, Colorado College; Journeys School - Philanthropy Focus: - Environmental sustainability - Food systems and agriculture - Ocean conservation - Clean energy - Climate change - Board Seats: - Walmart (Board of Directors) - First Solar (Board of Directors) - Forbes 400 History: Ranked #25 Forbes 400 (2024); #42-45 globally (2025) - Giving Pledge: Not a signatory (but massive impact giving)

Board Seats

Walmart (Board of Directors)First Solar (Board of Directors)Forbes 400 History: Ranked #25 Forbes 400 (2024); #42-45 globally (2025)Giving Pledge: Not a signatory (but massive impact giving)

Philanthropy

Giving Pledge Signatory(Not a signatory (but massive impact giving))

Focus Areas

Environmental sustainabilityFood systems and agricultureOcean conservationClean energyClimate changeBoard Seats:Walmart (Board of Directors)First Solar (Board of Directors)Forbes 400 History: Ranked #25 Forbes 400 (2024); #42-45 globally (2025)Giving Pledge: Not a signatory (but massive impact giving)