Quick Summary
Name: Douglas B. Marshall Jr. Family Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $3,355,081 (2023) |
| Grant Range | $5,000 - $800,000 |
| Average Grant | $145,873 |
| Application Method | Invitation Only |
Contact Details
- Website: https://dbmjr.org/
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 713-651-8800
- Address: PO Box 1471, Houston, TX 77251-1471
Geographic Focus
- Primary Focus: Developing countries worldwide
- Secondary: Texas and other U.S. locations
- International locations: Projects in countries such as Pakistan (Lahore), United Kingdom (London), India (Pune), and various developing nations
- Major U.S. cities: New York, Los Angeles, Washington D.C., and other urban centers
Funding Priorities
- Education and Research: Supporting cutting-edge research at universities, laboratories, and institutions
- Basic Education: Literacy, numeracy, and science education programs
- Evidence-Based Projects: Programs with rigorous research showing improved educational outcomes
- Cost-Effective Solutions: High-impact projects at low cost
- Scalable Programs: Projects with long-term scalability potential
- Core Support: Both specific projects and core organizational support
- Basic Needs: Food, shelter, clothing, and medicine when necessary for educational missions
What They Don't Fund
- Individual Research Projects: Unless they have received funding through a competitive peer-review process
- Unsolicited Applications: Does not accept unsolicited letters of inquiry
Application Method
Invitation Only: The foundation operates exclusively by invitation. They identify and invite potential grantees who meet their criteria of having committed and effective leadership, evidence-based approaches, cost-effectiveness, and long-term sustainability. Application materials (including forms and budget templates) are provided to invited applicants only. Deadlines are communicated directly to invited organizations.
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