37 survey respondents
Location: 110 N 92nd St, Omaha, 68114 NE
EIN: 47-0834133
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Reviewer 2505 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
It is a good idea to meet with one of their members first. Establish your presence. Make sure that your ask if responsible and falls under their tenants.
Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2018
Average
They are a bit busy and can be hard to reach at times. They will get back to you though when they are able.
Good
Delegate tasks so that correspondance is delivered more timely.
N/A
If there are any problems with the grant application they are available to help.
3
Reviewer 3211 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
As with any funder, make sure that what they fund and what you are asking for is a fit.
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2018
Good
Good
Community knowledge and involvement.
5 to 10 hours
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
This Foundation prioritizes organizations which seek to expand opportunities for disadvantaged and under-served LOCAL populations--emphasize efforts toward inclusivity and community presence.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for greater amount
2018
Good
Good
Reaching out to serve the community rather than waiting for requests
6
Reviewer 8502 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
It's best to schedule a meeting to discuss the project and how it fits into their funding priorities.
Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2018
Good
Average
More clear on funding priorities
I think they are still trying to figure out their funding priorities and their grant process.
5 to 10 hours
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Honest acknowledgement of why you need the funds and transparent reason for the ask.
Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2018
Good
Good
1
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
This funder is very straightforward in what they fund. Become familiar with the foundation and ask questions.
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2018
Good
Good
8
Reviewer 2118 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Go to the the website and be familiar with the mission of the Weitz Family Foundation to make sure that the relationship is mutually beneficial
Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2018
Good
Exellent
Good
This foundation want to address the root cause of poverty and works with grass roots organization which is essential because it is the people living in poverty who know best how to lift our communities up.
Consider working closely with Indigenous Peoples Organizations! Historically, Indigenous Peoples have been marginalized. According to First Peoples Worldwide; only 1% of funds raised in the name of Indigenous Peoples go to benefit Indigenous Peoples; this means that 99% of funds given to benefit indigenous peoples go to operating funds for non-indigenous peoples organizations claiming to help indigenous peoples. Please see the guide to granters on how t work with Indigenous Peoples Organizations. https://internationalfunders.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Grantmakers-Guide-updated-2014.pdf
The process seems simple but Organizations approaching should have a clear mission and vision for their organization. While the application process is simple; it is still very competitive.
Work with grass roots organizations. Give grass roots organization an opportunity to organize and strengthen organizational infrastructure. It is one of the very few foundations that will openly support operational funding. Operational funding (core mission fund) are the hardest to get and yet very essential to grass roots organizations.
10 to 15 hours
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
The Weitz Family Foundation is fairly straightforward in what they will fund. If you happen to know one of the officers, you could call and ask if your project fits into their scope. They genuinely want to help nonprofits in Omaha be the best that they can be, and help their intended clients.
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Likes site visits, Responsive
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for greater amount
2018
Good
Good
Think broadly about how you might be able to help meet your desired outcomes, even if it means that a grant might fall outside of your usual parameters.
The Weitz Family Foundation is eager to learn more about organization in Omaha. They do not pretend to know everything about all organizations.
5 to 10 hours
Reviewer 6784 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
We developed a relationship long before we applied. We invited them to our facility, met our staff, shared our vision and volunteered with activities the foundation was hosting. Everyone came to know each other very well.
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
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2018
Good
Very much so. The Weitz Foundation is aligned with the communities needs and in most cases, ahead of the curve.
Good
Very accomplished. They are well respected and known in the philanthropic world locally.
Nothing comes to mind.
They are great people. Fun to be around and always kind.
Cares about our community and its people.
1
Reviewer 1215 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Carefully review the foundation's priorities. The staff is very easy to work with. Arrange a tour. The founders have an interest in social determinants due to a social work background. They are very culturally aware, not racist, not homophobic.
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 amount requested
2018
Good
Good
Please review what other funders with similar demographics are doing in communities similar to Omaha. Look at programs funded to address the impact of gentrification, poverty and high unemployment.
I believe Barbara Weitz's background as a social worker may be responsible for the compassion she has that impacts her giving.
The funder accepted our invitation to tour our facility. We wanted them to understand why we need housing and a larger facility. They met with the staff. They appeared to be genuinely interested in our constituents and their needs.
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