Does The Ritz-Carlton - Philadelphia donate to fundraisers?

Marriott's general guidance, not a policy the Philadelphia hotel publishes, says that because most Marriott hotels are independently owned or operated, local donations such as gift certificates, room nights or event space are decided at the individual hotel.

The Ritz-Carlton's own community program, Community Footprints, is a partnership between its hotels and local charities to support the environment, education for children and social mobility.

The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia's hotel page lists no donation request form or guidelines.

Tips from the program page: Put your response-by date near the top of the request; Marriott lists it as information to include. · If your cause fits environment, children's education or social mobility, say so: those are the Community Footprints focus areas.

What The Ritz-Carlton - Philadelphia donates

The Ritz-Carlton - Philadelphia has typically donated: In-kind donation.

Who can apply

The Ritz-Carlton - Philadelphia donates to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status.

How to apply

The Ritz-Carlton - Philadelphia asks every request to include the following.

• Marriott's guidance says to contact the General Manager or Director of Sales at the hotel; it says contact details are typically on the hotel's page on Marriott.com.
• Marriott suggests including a description of your organization and its mission, proof of 501(c)(3) status, details of the event and how the donation will be used, and the date you need an answer.

Common questions

Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to request a donation from The Ritz-Carlton - Philadelphia?

Yes. The Ritz-Carlton - Philadelphia's donation program is limited to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, so you will need your determination letter and Tax ID before you apply.