Marley Foundation
Contact information:
P.O. Box 10392
Phoenix, AZ 85064
Phone: 602-269-6081
Website: None
Type of foundation: Independent
Types of grants: Capital, operating, endowment
Description: Kemper Marley was a rancher and liquor distributor. He was a founder of the Farmers and Stockmen's Bank in Phoenix. He was named in connection with the assassination of an
Arizona investigative reporter, but no connection to the crime was found by police. The Foundation is focused on supporting organizations that help those who live and work in Arizona. Grants support:
- Arts/culture.
- Community enhancement, including parks, zoos and historic preservation.
- Health and human services.
- Education for all ages.
- Medical facilities/research
The Foundation supports many of the same organizations year after year.
Sample grants:
- $200,000 to KAET – Channel 8 in capital support (2008); additional $300,000 approved.
Fit for public broadcasting: Prospective organizations would need to establish a contact with the Foundation, because unsolicited applications are not accepted.
How to apply: Unsolicited applications are not accepted.
Giving range: Most grants paid are up to $500,000. The Foundation approves multi-year payments, with capital grants in the range of $250,000 – $7,000,000.
Assets: $120,870,784
Total giving: $12,918,317
