163 survey respondents
Location: 1250 Hancock St Ste 701n, Quincy, 02169 MA
EIN: 04-2755323
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Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
My experience with NMF has been very easy and straightforward. My understanding of the organization is to promote educational equality and that is always worth pursuing.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded
Connecticut
Current or former grantee
Other
2025
Good
Website very easy to navigate.
Good
Keep doing what you are doing!
3 to 1 match from NMF board member
Honors their commitment to better education for all
Less than 5
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
You want to be sure to respond to the questions asked while including program's need for support.
Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, "Gets" nonprofits and issues
Massachusetts
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2025
Good
Good
This foundation understands there are many paths to advancing equity and reducing racial disparities in public education.
Given the looming threat of cuts to federal education funding, it is crucial for the foundation to persist in offering grants that support targeted programs and initiatives aimed at promoting equity in education.
The foundation's grant portal is user friendly.
5 to 10 hours
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
I can’t speak to their full funding process, but in submitting a sponsorship request I found their application straightforward and clear. The guidelines were easy to follow, and the information they requested felt reasonable and relevant. From the outset, they appear to value clarity and efficiency, which makes the process approachable for organizations of all sizes.
Connecticut
Grant currently pending
2025
Good
Good
Prioritize direct consultation with tribal citizens and leaders throughout your grantmaking process. Too often, funding decisions affecting Indigenous communities are made without fully engaging those who hold the lived experience, cultural knowledge, and sovereignty to guide the work.
Less than 5
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
This is a straightforward grant application with minimal requirements.
Rhode Island
Grant currently pending
2025
Good
The portal and website were intuitive, and when I had a question, it was answered very quickly over email.
I'm not sure!
Streamlined, easy to understand grant process.
5 to 10 hours
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
Make sure you have all the information you need up front - print the application so you can be prepared and make sure to note the limits on characters in some boxes.
Massachusetts
Grant currently pending
2025
Good
2
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
NA
Gives more than money
Massachusetts
Grant currently pending
2025
Good
Good
Less than 5
Reviewer 4883 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2019
Everyone we worked with was responsive and available immediately.
Culturally sensitive, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
New Hampshire
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2019
Good
Good
13
Reviewer 6680 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
Tell your colleague:
Start with ‘Why’ – TPP funds passion, not just plans. Lead with the story behind your work (like how Kamaggwa’s hunger crisis inspired our vegan gardens).
Think Small, Prove Big – Request only what you need (
500max),but show how it sparks larger change (e.g., our 500max), buts how it sparks larger change (e.g.,our500 trains 50 families to replace animal farming).
Speak Their Language – Use terms like ‘cruelty-free,’ ‘grassroots empowerment,’ and ‘measurable impact’—they’re in TPP’s DNA.
Budget with Surgical Precision – Every penny must be itemized (e.g., ‘10 hoes @ $8’). No vague ‘miscellaneous’ lines!
Bonus: If your project protects animals or the planet, highlight that first—it’s their sweet spot.
Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, "Gets" nonprofits and issues
Washington
Grant currently pending
Funded for amount requested
2025
Good
As a grassroots organizer in rural Uganda, I found TPP exceptionally accessible because:
No Barriers to Entry – No requirement for websites/social media (critical for offline communities).
Clear Guidelines – Simple budget templates and focused questions respected my limited time.
Mission-Aligned Simplicity – Emphasis on impact over jargon leveled the playing field for global applicants like Kamaggwa Compassion Gardens.
Good
TPP is uniquely successful in funding high-impact, grassroots change. As a Ugandan educator launching Kamaggwa Compassion Gardens, I witnessed how their focus on:
1. Small but Mighty Grants – $500 seeds transformative projects (like our vegan gardens replacing animal farming).
2. Trust-Based Philanthropy – No burdensome paperwork, just clear metrics aligned with their values.
3. Global Inclusion – Prioritizing applicants without websites/social media ensures voices like mine aren’t silenced by digital divides.
Consider adding a ‘Rapid Renewal’ track for proven grantees like Kamaggwa Compassion Gardens—where successful projects with measurable impact can access follow-on funding with streamlined applications. This would: 1. Reduce Your Workload – Less vetting for trusted partners. 2. Deepen Impact – Enable multi-year transformation (e.g., scaling our vegan gardens across Uganda). 3. Reward Accountability – Incentivize grantees to exceed goals knowing more support is possible.
According to the research i made, TPP is one of the few funders that truly listens to grassroots voices. Three game-changing traits: 1. They fund pre-proof impact – Unlike others demanding years of data, they trust your community’s wisdom (e.g., funding our vegan gardens based on Kamaggwa’s needs, not past reports). 2. No ‘perfect English’ penalty – Applications are judged on heart, not grammar—critical for Global South changemakers. 3. Animal compassion = human compassion – Projects like ours that link vegan solutions to poverty relief are their sweet spot.
TPP excels at funding action over aesthetics—they prioritize grassroots impact even when applicants lack websites or polished presentations. As a Ugandan educator, I’ve seen how their $500 grants empower projects like Kamaggwa Compassion Gardens to: Punch Above Their Weight – Small sums catalyze systemic change (e.g., our vegan gardens disrupting animal farming). Trust Local Wisdom – No micromanagement, just clear guidelines that respect community expertise. Amplify Unheard Voices – By waiving typical NGO ‘prerequisites,’ they uplift authentic changemakers where need is greatest.
Less than 5
Reviewer 4943 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
Thank you for the opportunity to complete the application. The process was well-structured and allowed us to share meaningful information about our work and impact. We appreciated the space to highlight our efforts and the ways we are serving the community.
Connecticut
Grant currently pending
2025
Good
Good
None at the moment
Accessibility
Less than 5
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
It is worth applying to NMEF if your programming aligns with their funding priorities. We did not have a contact there, and still received a generous grant.
Positive leader in the field
Massachusetts
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2025
Good
Good
Keep up the good work!
Communications from NMEF are clear and compelling.
10 to 15 hours
