Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation Grant

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.

NOTE: Fall applications will be by invitation only.
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.
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. In addition the quality of education children receive as three and four year olds plays a significant role in their later academic success.
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.
Gainful Employment Opportunities
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. 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

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