19 survey respondents
Location: 1800-3rd Avenue, Rock Island, 61201 IL
EIN: 36-6131596
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Reviewer 2657 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Start the application early and run your ideas past the Foundation's Executive Director before you begin.
Iowa
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2018
Good
The Foundation is very accessible and takes the time to offer feedback on potential requests. If an organization has any questions about the funding process, the Executive Director is easy to get ahold of, provides answers in a timely manner, and may even offer suggestions to help make your application stronger.
Good
The Foundation wants to help applicants succeed. The Foundation's communication and openness with potential applicant organizations exceeds that of many other Foundations with whom we've had contact.
5
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Research grant recipients and begin to think about relationships.
Gives more than money, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships
Iowa
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2018
Good
Very accessible with thoughtful approach to conversations.
Good
We've enjoyed a multi-year relationship and have been quite frank with one another about expectations and results. Because of this, we are able to look at new ways to leverage grant dollars for mutual benefit, and community benefit.
Continue your approach to tackling a community issue by encouraging nonprofits to come together.
Leveraging dollars to create a greater impact on a community issue.
Is looking at leveraging funding across multiple nonprofits - bringing us together for even greater impact.
7
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
History of the foundation. Giving priorities.
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
Illinois
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2018
Good
Good
Leadership is very helpful and goes out of their way to help or give guidance. Very professional.
More than 15
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Study their past grants on their IRS 990's to get a feel for the kinds of projects they prefer, and at what funding level. A meeting with the Executive Director also is a good idea.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Illinois
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2018
Good
Dave Geeen is open and helpful. He is passionate about philanthropy and about making a difference in the community.
Good
Encourage nonprofits to reach out and engage you in their work and ask them to share their vision and strategies to attain that vision.
The Day Foundation will serve as a convener and catalyst for discussion and, more importantly, action about programs to meet community needs.
More than 15
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Foundation is focused on the Rock Island County community and its well-being in a variety of sectors. Well worth having a conversation with the Executive Director prior to submission of a grant proposal.
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues
Illinois
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2018
Good
Good
There is good communication between the Foundation and the non-profit organization.
6
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Give them a call first before thinking of applying
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded
Illinois
Applied and not funded
Other
2018
Good
Average
were not funded
relationships and deep interest in our work
5
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Their Executive Director is one of the best Foundation leaders in the QC - there is no need to feel stressed. His relaxed approach and deep interest in the nonprofit world shines through - he is not like old school funders who expect you to be in a shirt and tie - he recognizes the power dynamic but names it and moves on.
Positive leader in the field, Insightful, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded
Illinois
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2018
Good
They are gracious and always put the nonprofit first over - making changes to schedules and even offering to take us out to lunch or coffee. Never lets us pick up the tab.
Average
Be more clear on what you will fund or not fund.
Builds true authentic relationships with those of us who are on the ground actually carrying out the work with their dollars.
10 to 15 hours
Thank you!
Grant Applicant - applied in 2017
The foundation is very responsive and committed to the local community. I recommend meeting with the Executive Director at least twice annually to hear about initiatives and update them on your progress. They are incredible accessible and happy to meet and talk through your needs and how they might align with the funding opportunities.
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
Iowa
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2017
Good
They are very successful. They are open about their interests and seek quality agencies to help them deliver on those.
Good
Continue to be available in the community, open to meeting and seeking innovative ideas. Also continue to commit funds to the operational costs of the agencies addressing your primary issues.
The Day Foundation had a geographical focus in RI but is open to other local QC initiatives. However, you must meet with them to talk through these things. Your time would be well spent ensuring the relationship is mutually beneficial.
Engages with the community. They ( the Exec Director) is at many tables and aware of current needs and trends as well as the partners who should be at the table. He is excellent at convening groups and leveraging relationships.
5 to 10 hours
Reviewer 5176 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2017
The Executive Director is knowledgeable, approachable, and ethical. He is very willing to be helpful with the granting process and you can feel free to call or meet with him if you have any questions. The grant process itself is clear cut and provides sufficient room for detail. I would suggest that the community need be clearly expressed and supported by community based data. The plan to address the need should have the same level of clarity and support.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Illinois
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2017
Good
Over the several years that I have had contact with this funder, I have had no problem whatsoever with accessibility.
Good
This funder has been very successful with accomplishing the goals established by Dorothy and Victor Day. They are able to fund not only direct service activities in many areas but also organizations that address larger issues like injustice and poverty. They are true to their mission.
Keep the grant making process online and accessible in both language and the information you need to make good grant decisions.
Please read the information available on the website and the Facebook page to gain a good understanding of the mission and work of the Foundation. This will help ensure that your grant application is a good fit for this funder.
Their community leadership and commitment to collaboration with other funders, providers, community organizations, and our citizens to help make our community a good place to live for all our neighbors.
More than 15
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