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
73Culturally sensitive66Responsive58Positive leader in the field54"Gets" nonprofits and issues51Friendly49Builds relationships39Openminded33Gives more than money31Insightful24Risk taker12Likes site visits1Bureaucratic
Advice from a Friend
Nellie Mae Education Foundation
Sep 25, 2020
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
I found that the questions in the downloadable RFP were different than the actual online application. There was also a word count limit that our team did not anticipate. I suspect this is a common issue. My advise would be to simply check the online application before you start planning and writing. The published RFP is very helpful in setting the priority and context but not in the subtler written requirements.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, 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?
2020
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
Enter funding details
Unknown as of yet.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
6
May 12, 2020
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
The staff of the Foundation are very responsive to request and inquiries of potential grantees. The RFP process is very user friendly and easy to navigate.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Responsive
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?
2020
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
This funders intentional focus on equity, specifically racial equity, is noteworthy. It is supportive of work that is not typically funded by traditional philanthropic organizations.
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Not applicable
How many hours did the grant application process take?
24
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