What was the overall relationship with the funder?
How many hours did the grant application process take?
10 hours
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How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
91%
9%
How successfully do you think the funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
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Top descriptors for this funder
33Culturally sensitive32Responsive24Positive leader in the field21Friendly19"Gets" nonprofits and issues18Builds relationships15Openminded13Gives more than money13Risk taker12Insightful6Likes site visits1Bureaucratic
Advice from a Friend
Nellie Mae Education Foundation
Oct 19, 2020
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
I would suggest speaking with the grant manager in advance so you know exactly what they are looking for.
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?
2020
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?
Nothing at this time.
Enter funding details
We receive a Director's Discretionary grant but we also apply and have received the 3 to 1 matching gift; that application takes about 1 hour. We truly appreciate your continuing your Match Program.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
They respond in a timely fashion and make clear their requirements. They really seem to be dedicated to their mission and their employees reflect that.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
Less than 5
Oct 12, 2020
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Focus on the vision of the grant and how it can be implemented in your school.
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?
2020
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
I appreciate the relevant nature if the RFP
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
We need more rapid response grants for these pressing and rapidly changes situations
How many hours did the grant application process take?
10
Oct 07, 2020
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Creating the budget first helped guide us in what we really wanted to get out of the grant. Once we started discussing what we wanted/needed, we then had to justify to each other. This gave us more purpose, and made the other aspects of the grant easier.
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?
2020
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?
N/A
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
N/A
Enter funding details
Currently pending
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Provide culturally-relevant and socially-conscious grant opportunities
How many hours did the grant application process take?
6
Oct 02, 2020
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Nellie Mae Education Foundation has a detailed website that provides clear information on its funding priorities, grant opportunities, and even highlights the foundation's impact. I would recommend exploring their webpage and then contacting a program officer if you have any questions.
