42 survey respondents
Location: 110 N 92nd St, Omaha, 68114 NE
EIN: 47-0834133
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Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
Their grant portal is user-friendly, with clear questions, word count recommendations (as opposed to strict adherence to word limits). They don't fixate on finances, but rather impact and inclusion, which is reflected in their flexible and simple finance documentation requirements. I appreciate the DEIA focus across all application questions and really liked that you can request gen-op and event support in one application. As new events are created, I would love to better understand if ad-hoc event support would be considered or if it must be submitted in our annual application. I wish there was an easier way to change profile names given nonprofit attrition.
Positive leader in the field, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Other
2024
Good
Good
They focus on equity and inclusion and the application reflects these goals. Additionally, the clarity of the question illustrates the care with which they approach their goals.
I would love to see a simple way to change profile names or a link in the portal on how to update the information, if it is available. The application process is so streamlined and clear- it is much appreciated!
The Weitz Family Foundation is approachable and cares deeply about our community.
I am reporting on our recent submission, so I do not have the results of our submission yet. In the past, we have been funded at the requested amount.
Weitz Family Foundation does a great job of connecting grantees with one another and with other resources in the community.
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Reviewer 5603 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
The Weitz Family Foundation is willing to invest in work that fosters DEI and systemic change work. And that is unusual in the funding community. As such, the requests for funding greatly exceeds their available funding. I am grateful to the WFF for their vision and values. Maybe they could try to build the capacity of other foundations around this work?!
Positive leader in the field, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2024
Good
However, I have a long established relationship with this foundation and I am sure that makes a difference.
Good
A number of important nonprofits exist because of initial funding from the WFF. Other funders are often reluctant to invest in start-ups so having the Weitz's backing has helped smaller nonprofits access new funding opportunities.
To create systemic change, funding needs to be more focused on a specific issue. Which is probably why most funders don't invest in it. What would significant social issues look like if foundations came together to fund one social issue for an extended time period?
They have recently added policy to their work which is a great move. Anything that can be done to prevent problems in the first place is a great investment of funds and in the community. I hope they carry on their good work for many years to come! Thanks Weitz Family Foundation!
They understand the grind of nonprofit work and they are very supportive and encouraging....who else throws a party/celebration of nonprofit work every year?
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Reviewer 6784 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
I suggest getting to know the funder's mission. If you think it aligns with your mission, then it's a good chance you can work together toward the end goal. Our's is the community.
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2024
Good
The Weitz organization is full of wonderful, helpful people. They are humble, down to earth and we are honored to have a relationship with them.
Good
100%
Can't think of anything.
Get to know the Weitz family. They are wonderful.
Relationships. They know how to build strong community relationships.
5 to 10 hours
Reviewer 5427 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
They are open to supporting organizations in the community that are looking to make a positive difference in the community. They are engaged in the community.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for greater amount
2023
Good
All of the Weitz Family Foundation staff is accessible and responds to emails and phone calls in a very timely matter. Great team
Good
I like how easy was to complete the grant application, so I hope that the Foundation will continue to use the current grant application format.
Great staff, works well with the community. They don't just provide funding to organizations they care about the people and communities they serve.
The Weitz Family Foundation communicates very effectively with its grant applicants and the community.
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Reviewer 3841 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
This foundation is so willing to build relationships so please don't be afraid to reach out to their staff. They are open to statewide work if you can make the case for improvements within their home base city.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Openminded
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2023
Good
Good
Weitz foundation understands the value of unrestricted general operating funds which isn't always the case with foundations. I really appreciate the support of our overall work without the necessity to keep making up "new" programs for them to fund... We are being thoughtfully innovative and doing new things but with less pressure and less stress in the grant application process. THANK YOU!
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Professional in the field
Check the application as it exists in the portal--the 2023 application template was missing questions that were required in the portal, which made what you thought was the "end" of the process a little more stressful.
Gives more than money, Builds relationships, Openminded
Nebraska
Professional in the field
Other
2023
Good
Average
This grant application is explicitly interested in racial equity and accessibility. But the app itself didn't seem especially accessible (template was inaccurate and sometimes unclear because of formatting issues; portal routinely cut information during copy/paste). It also seems to be very white-centered. In other words, despite wanting to increase racial equity, the application itself seemed to assume a white-led organization that isn't very advanced in the DEI realm. Orgs that are led by people of color and whose entire mission is devoted to racial/ethnic equity found it difficult to understand where they fit in to the funder's interests.
This application is not like others you will write. It is philosophical and abstract--in a good way. If you let it, it can help you improve your overall approach.
This foundation really *wants* to do and be better, and they make tremendous effort to do so compared to their peers in Omaha. It's also very clear that they strive to ask meaningful questions.
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Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Do not be intimidated by the process it is seamless and easy.
Nebraska
Grant currently pending
2023
Good
Good
It explained each section of the application perfectly in only a few words.
More than 15
Reviewer 1354 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Great work
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Builds relationships
Nebraska
Grant currently pending
Other
2023
Good
Good
I did not receive a grant yet
80
80 hours!!!!????? OH NO!!!!!
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Their Virtual Application Session is a must!
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Responsive
Nebraska
Grant currently pending
2023
Good
Good
0
Grant Applicant - applied in 2022
Applications are open to all that feel their organization is a match and clearly posted.
Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues
Iowa
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2022
Good
Good
The funder is very transparent with their goals and focus areas and the grant application clearly reflect those ideals.
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