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?
93%
7%
How successfully do you think the funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
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Top descriptors for this funder
71Culturally sensitive64Responsive57Positive leader in the field52"Gets" nonprofits and issues51Friendly49Builds relationships39Openminded32Gives more than money31Insightful24Risk taker12Likes site visits1Bureaucratic
Advice from a Friend
Nellie Mae Education Foundation
Oct 30, 2024
Reviewer 5781 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
Find out if funding is still available at the end of the year, events are far more popular in late spring, summer and fall for funding.
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Applied and not funded
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
I like the focus on racial justice and ability to target any audiences within the system as leverage points for change (youth, but also others)
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
More clarity on support if funded (other than money) that could be provided in the case of event sponsorship (like helping to promote or connect within their networks as a possible non-monetary resource)
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Got back to us quickly with a question!
How many hours did the grant application process take?
5
Oct 13, 2024
Reviewer 3287 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
This funder is reliable and fair in it's distribution of funds. They support our youth's education and activity endeavors and look to be a continued support in reoccurring years.
Pros
Gives more than money, Risk taker, Friendly, 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 amount requested
What year was this experience?
2024
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?
Less than 5
Mar 01, 2024
Reviewer 3765 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
As a previous recipient, the application was familiar. However, for first-time applicants, it is important to learn about the application, previous grantees, and the mission of the organization. It will be helpful to speak to someone at the funder organization to learn about how this funder is contributing to the community.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "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?
2024
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?
Continue to do what you are doing because you are doing it well!!!
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
N/A
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The Nellie Mae staff were wonderfully helpful and resourceful each time I have I applied for funding and support.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
1
Aug 18, 2023
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Great foundation to build relationship with
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
