What was the overall relationship with the funder?
How many hours did the grant application process take?
6 hours
Median
97%
3%
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
98%
2%
How successfully do you think the funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
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Top descriptors for this funder
27Responsive23Builds relationships21Positive leader in the field20Friendly15"Gets" nonprofits and issues15Gives more than money13Openminded12Insightful9Likes site visits7Culturally sensitive6Risk taker1Difficult to work with
Advice from a Friend
Catholic Community Foundation Of Minnesota
Oct 18, 2024
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
Work on building the relationship with grant officers and your staff. Always ask for or take the opportunity for a site visit.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, 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 lesser amount
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?
We were invited to apply because of a supporter's connection to the foundation. It would be nice to have the opportunity to apply without an invite in future rounds.
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
Thank you for all your work to fund important community services in our state!
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
It was very easy to apply and we appreciate the reasonable length of the application and required information.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
5
Jun 10, 2024
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
We are very grateful for our relationship with Catholic Community Foundation. They have supported some very significant projects for us including improving our safety and security in the building. The application process is easy; I recommend applying!
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?
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?
0
May 31, 2024
Reviewer 9461 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
We have been blessed to work with the Catholic Community Foundation many times over the years. We have always found the foundation staff to be helpful and eager to see our efforts succeed. When we have had questions, or unanticipated things have occurred, the foundation has always been willing to work with us, and answers our emails and calls quickly.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, 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
May 21, 2024
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
I recommend applying for CCF Grant. Their process seems thorough but still quite generous. They seem intentional about awarding grant to meet both need and in response to the excellence of a grant application.
