What was the overall relationship with the funder?
How many hours did the grant application process take?
12 hours
Median
88%
12%
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
86%
14%
How successfully do you think the funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
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Top descriptors for this funder
26Responsive19Builds relationships19Friendly17Positive leader in the field16"Gets" nonprofits and issues15Openminded10Gives more than money9Culturally sensitive7Insightful5Likes site visits3Risk taker
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?
2022
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Average
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Average
How many hours did the grant application process take?
40
Jul 07, 2022
Grant Applicant - applied in 2022
Application requirements are very lengthy and overly detailed. Budget enough time for this and/or think about whether it is worth the effort for the money you are applying for.
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Other
What year was this experience?
2022
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Bad
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Average
How many hours did the grant application process take?
10
Jul 06, 2022
Grant Applicant - applied in 2022
The website is an excellent and comprehensive resource and a great place to start. A call with a program manager is also very helpful. The information session is worth attending too.
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?
2022
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
I did wonder how smaller nonprofits with fewer resources fare in managing the large amount of information requested, which takes both time and specific skillsets/staff to complete.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Perhaps ask fewer questions - some seemed repetitive and a bit difficult to parse in order to respond with clarity.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Comprehensive information, great transparency
How many hours did the grant application process take?
20
Jul 06, 2022
Grant Applicant - applied in 2021
It is a great funder and while their application takes considerable time to complete, its well worth. your time.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, "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
Funded for lesser amount
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
The Foundation is very dedicated to helping worthy causes in the District of Columbia, and values building relationships with the organizations it supports
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Have a clearer explanation of the financial documentation required.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Communicates
How many hours did the grant application process take?
10
Jul 06, 2022
Reviewer 2173 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2021
It's helpful to attend the Q&A webinar beforehand.
Pros
Gives more than money, Builds relationships, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Funded for lesser amount
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
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Cafritz really communicates well with those receiving funds.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
12
Jul 05, 2022
Grant Applicant - applied in 2021
They are lovely to work with and I have found their staff to be very forthright on where they are and what their priorities are within the funding areas. Meet the program officer in your funding area and help them understand your work and if it is a match with what they are funding.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Friendly, Builds relationships, Openminded, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
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
The funder is truly committed to the geographic area they serve in the greater DC area. I appreciate that clarity and focus.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
The application and number of attachments is super long.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
I really appreciate the non-funding resources they send to their network.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
20
Jul 05, 2022
Grant Applicant - applied in 2021
The funder is amazing and very supportive of all of their grantees and sharing additional opportunities for both funding and support.
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
Funded for amount requested
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?
8
Jul 05, 2022
Grant Applicant - applied in 2021
I'd recommend that you actively engage with other grantees of the foundation who can share with the funder their experiences with you and your organization. The foundation is more likely to fund you if you have a solid reputation among your nonprofit peers.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
