Slocum-dickson Foundation Inc

Which state are you working in?

New York

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?

2016

How would you rate this funder's accessibility?

Good

This foundation was responsive to questions and the guidelines were concise and clear. A paper application is required, no email or online process available.

How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?

Good

The Slocum-Dickson Foundation stays true to its philanthropic goals.

If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?

Making an award that is a very small fraction of the initial request is much less helpful than a straight decline with explanation. It may seem nice to offer a small amount of money, but if it is not enough to implement the project, it only causes problems in the attempt to make it work.

Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?

If the project falls within the foundation's goals, submit an application. The application and award process was a good experience.

Tell us one thing that this funder does really well

Clear, concise instructions.

How many hours did the grant application process take?

10