Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation Grant

Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation
Amount: US $5,000 - US $10,000
Last Updated: July 28, 2025

Summary

The Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation is dedicated to uplifting communities in Washington, D.C. by supporting nonprofit organizations focused on education, human services, and employment opportunities. With an emphasis on early childhood education, mentoring, and relief from hunger and homelessness, the Foundation awards approximately 150 grants annually, totaling around $1.8 million. They prioritize partnerships that foster community strength and individual dignity, especially for vulnerable populations, ensuring access to essential resources and job training.

Overview

NOTE: Fall applications will be by invitation only. The Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation Mission We are dedicated to uplifting communities in Washington, D.C. through strong, innovative partnerships. Our Approach We are dedicated to supporting nonprofit organizations primarily located in Washington, D.C. This includes a focus on helping youth secure a promising future, especially through early childhood education, mentoring and youth leadership programs. Equally important are organizations that help offer relief from hunger and homelessness; provide prospects for people to lead healthy lives; and create gainful employment opportunities for vulnerable youth and adults. Program Areas Each year the Foundation awards approximately 150 grants totaling $1.8 million across two program areas: Education The Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation believes that every child deserves the opportunity to receive a quality education regardless of background. Our strategy strives to uplift the children of Washington, D.C. by investing in partners that support and develop the birth to five continuum. Early Childhood Development The ages from birth to five play a crucial role in a child’s life, especially those children from homes of underserved areas. Studies show that a child’s brain development from birth to three years old is the foundation for all future learning. We look for partnerships that provide children from birth to three the emotional, behavioral, and educational support they need to be ready for Pre-K and beyond. In addition the quality of education children receive as three and four year olds plays a significant role in their later academic success. By supporting high quality Pre-K programs, we believe the achievement gap between low income children and more affluent children can be closed. Human Services The Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation believes that the fulfillment of basic individual needs is an essential part of achieving a strong and sustainable community. To lead a healthy and productive life, individuals need continual access to adequate food, a safe and secure home, and the dignity of productive employment. We focus on partnerships that uplift communities and strengthen the individual members by ensuring food security for vulnerable populations and developing a workforce that can support the community. Gainful Employment Opportunities We believe that employment provides more than just financial benefits; it connects the individual to the community and builds self-esteem. While most everyone wants a job, it can be hard for those with limited or out-dated skills and those reintegrating to the community to find a stable job. Our partners provide the job training and employment counseling that help individuals prepare for the job market and find opportunities at livable wages. With the Marriott family’s long history in the hospitality industry, we have a special focus on programs with the hospitality and technology industries where diverse people can succeed along many paths. Funding Request Range Grants from the Foundation typically support general operations. First-time requests are advised to be in the $5,000-$10,000 range.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation supports nonprofit organizations with tax-exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, that are organized and operated for charitable purposes.The Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation funds nonprofit organizations that serve the Washington D.C. metropolitan region, with a particular emphasis on organizations serving people and communities in Washington, D.C. The Foundation also funds organizations serving communities in Montgomery County, Maryland, Utah and New Hampshire.

Ineligibility

What We Do Not Fund:Individuals, outside of our scholarship program Government agencies For-profit business Special events or conferences