Marijuana Policy Project Foundation
TO DISTRIBUTE EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC ABOUT MARIJUANA BY INCREASING, INDENTIFYING, AND ACTIVATING SUPPORTERS OF NON-PUNITIVE, NON-COERCIVE MARIJUANA POLICIES.
Financial Overview
From 2022 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$756K
-47.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.0M
+6566.7% YoY
Grant Count
1
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$1.0M
+6566.7% YoY
About Marijuana Policy Project Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Marijuana Policy Project Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in WASHINGTON, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2022. As of 2022, the organization holds $756K in total assets. In 2022, it awarded 1 grants totaling $1.0M. Net investment income was $1K.
Focus Areas
Ready to take the next step with Marijuana Policy Project Foundation?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $756,318 | $1,435,330 | $2,296,884 |
| Revenue | $2,408,627 | $1,084,662 | $791,969 |
| Expenses | $3,079,904 | $1,670,980 | $1,742,205 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,303 | $187 | $1,715 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 1 recipients in 2022
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2022 grants, the largest include New Approach Advocacy Fund ($1,000,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NEW APPROACH ADVOCACY FUND WASHINGTON, DC | GENERAL RESEARCH ON LEGALIZATION OF MARIJUANA | $1,000,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2022 IRS filing
From 2022 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAL PACE | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| JEFFREY ZUCKER | VICE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| SHERI ORLOWITZ | TREASURER UNTIL 11/22 | 1 | — |
| BETTY ALDWORTH | TREASURER AS OF 11/22 | 1 | — |
| JOHN GILMORE | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| LES SZABO | BOARD MEMBER UNTIL 11/22 | 0.5 | — |
| JOTAKA EADDY | BOARD MEMBER UNTIL 11/22 | 0.38 | — |
| DAVID ABERNATHY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| BRIDGET HENNESSEY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JEFF BROWN | BOARD MEMBER UNTIL 11/22 | 0.38 | — |
| AC BUSHNELL | BOARD MEMBER UNTIL 11/22 | 0.63 | — |
| KIM NAPOLI | BOARD MEMBER AS OF 12/22 | 1 | — |
| TOM ROTH | BOARD MEMBER AS OF 12/22 | 1 | — |
| BARRINGTON RUTHERFORD | BOARD MEMBER AS OF 12/22 | 1 | — |
| BRIAN VICENTE | BOARD MEMBER AS OF 02/22 | 1 | — |
| STEVEN HAWKINS | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR UNTIL 08/22 | 20 | — |
| TOI HUTCHINSON | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 20 | — |
| NATASHA OLINGER | CHIEF OF STAFF | 20 | — |
| MATTHEW SCHWEICH | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AS OF 08/22 | 20 | — |
| CHESTER BRYANT | EXEC DIRECTOR AT USCC | 20 | — |
| HEATHER AZZI | DIRECTOR OF STATE CAMPAIGNS | 20 | — |
| JORDANA TAYLOR | DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP USCC | 20 | — |
| CHRISTOPHER LINDSEY | DIRECTOR OF GOVT. RELATIONS | 20 | — |
| KAREN OKEEFE | DIRECTOR OF ST POLICIES | 20 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marijuana Policy Project Foundation?
Marijuana Policy Project Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in WASHINGTON, DC. It holds $756K in total assets as of 2022.
How large is Marijuana Policy Project Foundation?
As of 2022, Marijuana Policy Project Foundation holds $756K in total assets with $2.4M in annual revenue. It awarded 1 grants totaling $1.0M in 2022.
Where does Marijuana Policy Project Foundation operate?
Marijuana Policy Project Foundation has awarded grants in California, District of Columbia, Montana.
What size grants does Marijuana Policy Project Foundation award?
In 2022, Marijuana Policy Project Foundation awarded 1 grants totaling $1.0M — an average of about $1.0M per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Marijuana Policy Project Foundation's EIN?
Marijuana Policy Project Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1975211. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Marijuana Policy Project Foundation's focus areas in our free grants database
Related Funders
Similar funders by location and focus area
Demand Justice Initiative
WASHINGTON, DC
Assets
$7.6M
Grants
1
Total Given
$225K
American Academic Leadership Institute
WASHINGTON, DC
Assets
$3.6M
Grants
2
Total Given
$50K
Cnfa
WASHINGTON, DC
Assets
$18.3M
Grants
9
Total Given
$4.2M
Partnership for a Healthier America
WASHINGTON, DC
Assets
$10.8M
Grants
12
Total Given
$350K
Association of Schools of Allied Health
WASHINGTON, DC
Assets
$2.3M
Grants
2
Total Given
$60K
Fulcrum Foundation Inc
WASHINGTON, DC
Assets
$53K
Grants
10
Total Given
$13K
Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
What could you do with Marijuana Policy Project Foundation on Grantable?
- Assess strategic fit with your organization
- Draft a tailored letter of inquiry
- Find open RFPs from this funder
- Monitor for new funding opportunities
Go from researching Marijuana Policy Project Foundation to a real strategy.