Leadership Greater Washington, the DC area’s premier leadership incubator, is proud to partner with The Richard E. & Nancy P. Marriott Foundation to offer a limited number of Rising Leaders scholarships for nonprofit professionals in the DC region.

As a note, the people who get the most out of the Rising Leaders program are typically between 26 and 35 years of age and in positions such as emerging managers, professional associates, or significant individual contributors. Learn more about the Rising Leaders program at www.lgwdc.org/rising-leaders.

Applications will close on January 30, 2026. Only a limited number of scholarships are available. If you have any questions, contact Shayla Hines-Graham at shinesgraham@lgwdc.org.

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* 1. Applicant Full Name

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* 2. Email Address

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* 3. Age (optional)

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* 4. Race/Ethnicity

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* 5. Organization

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* 6. Job Title

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* 7. What was the start date (including year) of your job with your current employer?

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* 8. What is your LinkedIn profile URL? (optional) (We may look at your LinkedIn page to learn more about your career, current work, and your employer organization)

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* 9. Organization's Annual Budget

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* 10. Amount of Assistance Requested (as a note, nonprofit professionals are eligible for need-based scholarships up to $2,500)

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* 11. The Rising Leaders Program requires full participation. Please confirm your availability for all five program days (March 5, April 2, May 7, June 4, and July 9, 2026).

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* 12. In one paragraph, describe how participation in this program will support your goals and your current organization's mission?

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* 13. How did you hear about The Richard E. and Nancy P. Marriott Foundation scholarship opportunity?

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