Hyatt Hotels Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hyatt Hotels Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $707,922 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $357,922. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$707,922
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$357,922
- Assets$21.2 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $813,299 the year before.
60% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 24 | $17.5 million |
| 2024 | $813,299 | 13 | $18.9 million |
| 2025 | $707,922 | 5 | $21.2 million |
How to apply
Hyatt Hotels Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 1 | $357,922 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $300,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Online Giving Foundation | General support | $357,922 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $150,000 |
| American National Red Cross | General support | $150,000 |
| Untours Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Survivor Alliance | General support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Bottarini
- Mark Hoplamazian
- Margaret Egan
- Helen Jorski
- Kristin Oliver
- Malaika Myers
- Analisa Padilla
- Nanette Reynolds
- Patrick Richards
Questions people ask
Does Hyatt Hotels Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hyatt Hotels Foundation give?
$707,922 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs Hyatt Hotels Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Bottarini (Vice President and Director), Mark Hoplamazian (President (Thru 5/2025) and Director), Margaret Egan (President and Director (As of 5/2025)) and Helen Jorski (VP, Treasurer and Dir. (Thru 4/2025)) among 9 officers and trustees.