J. Willard Marriott Memorial Scholarship Fund

J. Willard Marriott Memorial Scholarship Fund

Overview: Academic scholarship program supporting undergraduate hospitality management majors at colleges and universities across the U.S.

Geographic Scope: United States

Focus Areas: Hospitality education and career development

Eligibility:

Undergraduate hospitality management majors

Selection based on:

- Academic performance
- Financial need
- Relevant work experience
- Extracurricular activities
- Personal attributes
- Passion to pursue a career in hotel and lodging industry

Award Details:

Established as a commitment to the lodging industry to support development of future leaders

Over $500,000 disbursed to date

More than 330 hospitality students supported across the country

Funder: The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation and AHLA Foundation

Contact: foundation@ahla.com