What was the overall relationship with the funder?
How many hours did the grant application process take?
8 hours
Median
94%
6%
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
92%
8%
How successfully do you think the funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
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Top descriptors for this funder
47Culturally sensitive45Responsive37Positive leader in the field33Friendly31"Gets" nonprofits and issues29Builds relationships24Openminded21Gives more than money20Insightful17Risk taker10Likes site visits1Bureaucratic
Advice from a Friend
Nellie Mae Education Foundation
Nov 15, 2021
Grant Applicant - applied in 2021
Make sure to create a grant in excel. They don't mention that in the RFP but they ask for it when you are uploading. Make sure to have org details on hand like EIN when you are ready to upload the grant.
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
What year was this experience?
2021
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
How many hours did the grant application process take?
6
Nov 15, 2021
Grant Applicant - applied in 2021
They are very clear about their funding focus areas. If you're not sure whether your proposal fits within one of those areas, call them. They are very responsive and helpful.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, Openminded, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
What year was this experience?
2021
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
This foundation focuses on equitable access and opportunities, and has structured their funding opportunities to support their priorities. Their RFPs are clear, and they are eager to support.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Great at building relationships.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
5 to 10 hours
Nov 12, 2021
Reviewer 1138 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2021
Meet with someone who has completed a NM grant in the past. It is extremely helpful
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
What year was this experience?
2021
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Average
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
While it is critical to address the issues of marginalized populations, Nellie Mae used to have a very STRONG philosophy around evidence-based practice, especially as related to student-centered learning practices. SCL can be one of the great equity levers and it is such a shame to see the migration away from such a powerful pedagogy.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Communications
How many hours did the grant application process take?
7
Nov 01, 2021
Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
Review the previous grants funded by this foundation. Is your request relative to past funding? Does it need to be?
Make sure their mission/philosophy aligns with yours.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
What year was this experience?
2021
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
There are some grants that I believe we are perfect for, but that are by invite. I wonder if there could be some information on what "invite" means and the criteria used to assign invites for future cycles.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The application was really straightforward.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
10 to 15 hours
Aug 26, 2021
Reviewer 8257 -
Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
Nellie Mae is always open to meet with anyone who reach out to them. If your organization or project meets the grant requirements they will go above and beyond to make it easy for you to apply.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Other
What year was this experience?
Before 2014
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
Other foundations should follow what Nellie Mae is doing
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Our project was started by a seed grant from Nellie Mae, since then they've supported us financially and provide other resources for us to be successful. We will not have been able to do the work we do if not for them.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Support you to besuccessful
How many hours did the grant application process take?
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