About the WCDC
The Walker County Democrat Club was officially formed in 1997 as a continuation of
the Democratic Women’s Club that existed in Huntsville at that time. Its mission is to
stimulate an interest in governmental affairs and to perpetuate the ideals and principles
of the Democratic Party. In response to this mission the club acquaints voters with
activities and issues of the Democratic Party; attracts new voters to the Democratic
Party; helps raise funds to support Democratic candidates and issues for the
Democratic Party; supports the activities of the Walker County Democratic Party Chair;
and promotes the highest degree of governmental response to public needs.
The Club is a General Political Action Committee (GPAC)
As a GPAC, the club is governed by Texas Ethics Commission campaign finance rules
and must file required reports on its receipt and expenditure of funds in support of
candidates and political measures. A GPAC is not tied to a specific candidate and,
therefore, can support any candidate or political measure.
What we do
Club Membership
Any person supporting the Democratic Party is eligible for Club membership. Yearly dues are $50 or $20 for students. Members are entitled to vote on proposals at Club monthly meetings and serve as elected Club officers.
Club Headquarters
Since 2011, the Club has maintained a downtown Huntsville headquarters, currently located at 1210 University Ave. The space hosts monthly Club meetings on the second Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. and provides a workspace for committees and volunteers supporting election projects. Open five days a week, the headquarters is staffed by volunteers who welcome visitors, answer calls, and assist with Club projects. Its downtown presence reminds local voters that the Democratic Party remains active in Walker County.
Fundraising and Events
Funding WCDC operations, supporting candidates, and maintaining our party headquarters relies on the generosity of our community through member dues, private contributions, sign donations, and special events.
Our annual fundraising events generate the majority of our income. While past events have included wine tastings, our premier annual event is the Molly Ivins Dinner and Silent Auction. Established in 2007 to honor the legacy of the legendary Texas columnist, author, and political pundit, the event features the presentation of the First Amendment Award—initiated in 2009 to recognize writers, speakers, and advocates who embody Ivins’ spirit through their contributions to free speech.
Club Activities
The Walker County Democratic Club (WCDC) promotes Democratic principles and actively supports local, state, and national candidates. As the fundraising arm of the Walker County Democratic Party, WCDC assists local candidates by covering filing fees when needed and contributing to Democratic candidates running in our county’s districts in statewide and national races.During election cycles, our dedicated volunteers drive campaigns by canvassing neighborhoods, making phone calls, organizing mailers, distributing yard signs, and managing campaign activities. Additionally, our trained Volunteer Deputy Registrars work year-round to expand voter participation, registering hundreds of students at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) each cycle—with a goal of registering 1,000 students in 2026. To keep members informed and engaged, our monthly meetings feature guest speakers, candidate presentations, and strategic planning sessions.We strongly encourage SHSU students to join and take an active role in WCDC activities. Over the years, we have proudly partnered with campus organizations to foster student involvement in the party. Notable alumni include Kendall Scudder, a former active WCDC member and leader of the campus Bearkat Democrats, who currently serves as Chair of the Texas State Democratic Party in Austin.