What was the overall relationship with the funder?
How many hours did the grant application process take?
8 hours
Median
83%
17%
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
83%
17%
How successfully do you think the funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
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Top descriptors for this funder
15Friendly14Builds relationships13Openminded12Gives more than money12Responsive11Culturally sensitive11Positive leader in the field10"Gets" nonprofits and issues7Risk taker6Insightful4Likes site visits1Bureaucratic
Advice from a Friend
Pollination Project Foundation
May 23, 2025
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
Review all the application questions regarding the grant and your company. Gather the information you'll need to complete the grant. I had to find some of the information, resulting in the application taking two hours.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, Openminded, 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?
2025
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
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Waiting for grant determination (pending).
How many hours did the grant application process take?
5 to 10 hours
May 20, 2025
Reviewer 9087 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
The funder is clear and ready to support projects that match its objectives; thus it is advisable to participatorily identify and analyze problems with the target community before applying.
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?
2025
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Since the format of the application is clear and simple; the timeframe for reviewing and giving feedback to the application should be reduced to 4 weeks.
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
None
Tell us more, if you'd like
The founder is very clear with its philanthropic goals; thus, it is upon the potential recipients to also clearly articulate the intended projects to match its philanthropic goals.
Enter funding details
Application just submitted.
100% accessible
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The founder is broad-based i.e. is open to all regions of the world and accepts wide range of projects.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
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?
Keep supporting good initiatives
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
Just Try
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Response
How many hours did the grant application process take?
0
Nov 07, 2024
Reviewer 6147 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
The Pollination project is the best foundation I have ever seen. To apply for fund the best thing to do is to go through their rules and guidelines. All the questions in the application form are straight forward
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?
2020
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
Oct 25, 2024
Reviewer 5740 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
Before starting, review the questions and create a Word document so that you can cut and paste your responses. This will make it easier and allow you to retain information for the next grant application.
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
Very successful, based on the information that I read on their website.
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?
Thank you. The email that I received confirming my application was great. The information confirms the review and funding time which allows my organization to plan accordingly.
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
Review the funders information prior to starting the application process.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The application process was smooth, I was able to review the information about the organization prior to submitting a grant application. The website is very informative, colorful, and the pics are great.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
2
Oct 02, 2024
Reviewer 8827 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
They should have all their information ready and available before going online to fill their form for consideration.
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Applied and not funded
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
THEY ARE VERY EASY TO ACCESS
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
THEY WANT TO HELP PEOPLE WHO ARE IMPACTING LIVES POSITIVELY
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
THEIR PROCESSING TIME IS TOO LONG
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
I BELIEVE THAT THEY ARE ALWAYS WILLING TO HELP
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
HOW EASY IT IS TO FILL THEIR ONLINE FORM
How many hours did the grant application process take?
2
Sep 09, 2024
Reviewer 1850 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
I believe the process here is simple, quick, yet specific. I would tell the requestor, KISS. (Keep It Simple Specific) , and as detailed as possible.
Even though the grant amount is limited, it will definitely help defray some costs of your project. All amounts are appreciated!!!
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Average
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
I didn't find much information about their particular Philanthropic adventures. The fact that they are charitable in helping other organizations with their mission, is great!
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Help others with their mission to help families/communities.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
5 to 10 hours
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