The KWA is heavily committed to community service, focusing mainly on schoolchildren and their environment. Our annual King William Fair , an official Fiesta San Antonio event, is the primary fundraiser that enables us to give back to the community.
Brackenridge High School: Since 1986, the KWA has provided scholarships for up to seven Brackenridge High School seniors attending Alamo Community College District colleges. The KWA also provides funding for the Brackenridge High School football team, whose members volunteer at the King William Fair. In 1990, KWA lobbied successfully with the S.A.I.S.D. to prevent splitting the neighborhood into two high schools.
Page Middle School: The KWA has provided funding for Page Middle School's library and their band program.
Bonham Academy (pre-K through 8th grade): The KWA provides funding for Bonham Academy's library and their ArtSmart program. In 1997, KWA members served as design advisors, parent representatives, lobbyists and architects for the school’s $1.4 million renovation and expansion.
SAY Sí: The KWA provided start-up funds and continues its support with annual donations to SAY Sí's dynamic and prospering arts program for talented teenagers. KWA members also regularly provide board leadership and program support.
Neighborhood Enhancement: KWA members help maintain our unique and historic neighborhood by joining forces with the Basura Bash program to clean its river corridor. The Green Team, in cooperation with City Parks & Recreation, prunes and weeds the river’s banks and plants and cares for neighborhood trees. Other KWA crews regularly paint out graffiti and monitor Code Compliance year round.
