THE AHLA FOUNDATION
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The AHLA Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives primarily in California, Maryland, and New York, having distributed $1.4 million across 60 grantees in 2024. This foundation operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
AHLAF STRIVES TO INSPIRE, SUPPORT, AND ELEVATE ALL WHO WORK TO ADVANCE THE HOTEL INDUSTRY.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Scholarships & Financial Aid
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
AMERICAN HOTEL & LODGING EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE
$819.5K
14%

University of Maryland Baltimore Foundation Inc
$502.6K
9%

RESTORE NYC INC
$275K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
26
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$50K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE AHLA FOUNDATION?
No. THE AHLA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE AHLA FOUNDATION give?
THE AHLA FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Maryland, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE AHLA FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE AHLA FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE AHLA FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE AHLA FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.4 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE AHLA FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE AHLA FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 60 grantees. Recent grantees include AMERICAN HOTEL & LODGING EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE, University of Maryland Baltimore Foundation Inc, and RESTORE NYC INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE AHLA FOUNDATION?
THE AHLA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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