71 survey respondents
Location: 5855 Wadsworth Bypass Unit A, Arvada, 80003 CO
EIN: 51-0157964
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Reviewer 6350 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
It's probably best to call or email and ask questions.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Friendly, Builds relationships, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2020
Good
Funder was very easy to work with and is always responsive to communication.
Good
Continue to do what you are doing by being approachable! It is intimidating having to reach out and ask for help and see which foundations are a good fit for our mission.
Just reach out! You won't know until you try.
They organize Colorado Gives Day that benefits so many Colorado nonprofits. They continue to improve this and make it easy for nonprofits to succeed.
5 to 10 hours
Thanks for your feedback! We aim to be approachable so YES! We hope folks will call or email us with questions so we can listen, learn and look for connections!
Reviewer 8737 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Community First Foundation was so quick to respond in the midst of covid. Our nonprofit received funding that was bridge the gap of funding that was suspended or wasn't received from donors. The interview process was very smooth and our contact was great to speak with.
Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2020
Good
Good
5
Thanks for posting a review. We're glad you feel our response during COVID has been timely!
Reviewer 4788 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2019
Community First Foundation is incredible to work with!!! Their staff really cares!!! They work hard to help in more ways than just giving money! Like the saying goes, “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach him to fish and you feed him for a lifetime!” Community First is the latter!
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
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for greater amount
2019
Good
Very accessible and timely communication!
Good
They are blowing those goals out of the water!!!
Wish you could have a lot more money because you know how to fund causes to make the most happen through the money you give!!! There would be no needs in this world if Community First foundation was in charge of all the money! I’m really being serious about this!!!
I am forever grateful to the Community First Foundation!!!!! They took a huge chance on us and we are saving lives and making a great difference in schools through our clubs!!!
They are excellent in their Relationships with their grantees!!!
8
Thanks for posting a review. Capacity building helps our nonprofits with long-term sustainability, which is so very important!
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Amazing group! I started the application during a very panicked time at the end of March during COVID. Had a couple of questions and was wonderfully redirected by a staff member. Appreciate everything that community first does in our community and they certainly helped us survive the early days of the pandemic.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2020
Good
Good
Always keep it a simple as possible - most people applying are not grant writers.
Steps up when they are needed most with funding.
Less than 5
Thank you for posting a review. COVID has certainly presented challenges that nobody anticipated. We hear you when it comes to keeping grant applications simple and will do our best with future grant opportunities.
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
It is a great idea to start with an email to the contact listed on the grant to learn more about your qualifications and what you should focus your request on.
Positive leader in the field, Insightful, Likes site visits, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2020
Good
Good
Keep up the great community work. Your investment in us has made a huge difference.
Their funding opportunities are always changing so stay in check with them in case another one can meet your needs.
Focuses on key needs and makes sure the recipients are doing work that is making a lasting impact.
10
We love your tip of reaching out to our grant contacts and welcome those conversations! Thanks for sharing!
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
As with any grant - have as many details available before you start the process. Not only details about your organization, but grant requirements, deadlines, etc.
Positive leader in the field, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2020
Good
Good
Communication was great - they kept us informed about where things stood in the decision process.
Less than 5
Thanks for sharing your feedback and tips!
Reviewer 4045 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
This funder is highly approachable and willing to discuss overlap and alignment of prospective applications with their guidelines.
Builds relationships
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2020
Good
Very accessible and always responds to call or emails.
Good
Successful in focusing on Jefferson County social needs.
NA; their guidelines are always clear and accessible.
One of the few to focus on Jefferson County.
This funder tried to be responsive to on the ground local needs that more regional funders may overlook.
6
Jefferson County is home! Thanks for taking time to share your feedback!
Reviewer 7509 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Friendly and welcoming foundation. If you have questions I would not hesitate to call and get advice. I recommend to asked for the highest amount needed for they tend to issue less then requested. Likely because they are so great many look to this foundation for grant assistance.
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2020
Good
Good
Very timely in response and funding.
5
It's important to us that we are friendly and welcoming and we're glad this is your experience. Thank you for taking time to give us a review.
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
Pick up the phone and call! Get to know your program contact and learn firsthand the priorities of the foundation. I found that the foundation was helpful and transparent about their focus and goals.
Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2018
Good
I wish there was another funding cycle this calendar year, covid response is incredibly important but there are so many nonprofits doing amazing work that are struggling due to secondary financial impact of covid and desperately need funds just to keep staff in place!
good communication!
8
Communication is a priority for us! Thank you for sharing your opinions!
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
The staff at Community First Foundation is responsive and easy to work with. They respond quickly by phone or email.
Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Openminded, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2020
Good
Good
5
Thank you for providing feedback!
