70 survey respondents
Location: 1825 K St Nw 12th Fl Ste 1400, Washington, 20006 DC
EIN: 52-6036989
98%
2%
12 hours
Median
91%
9%
91%
9%
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Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
We've been really happy with Cafritz thus far. They are really supportive and interested in capacity building for their grantees. We know one organization that has been rejected consistently and they tend to exaggerate their accomplishments. Don't do that!
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
Maryland
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2023
Good
Program managers are very quick to respond.
Good
Give a spot in the application to talk about any extenuating circumstances or highlight any great events that is separate from the response on what is happening the last 12 months?
Communication and support.
9
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Kind and responsive foundation. Quick in their responses.
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Maryland
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2023
Good
Good
5 to 10 hours
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Look closely at the application and make sure you fully understand the questions.
District Of Columbia
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2023
Good
We are able to reach them if we have any questions.
Good
Their funding is supporting their philanthropic goals.
Overall, the application system worked well. The system did time out a few times but eventually we were able to submit the application. They are a wonderful organization to work with and we look forward to hopefully working with them again in 2024.
NA
They are great to work with.
8
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Definitely reach out to the foundation before you apply. When applying, Read through the entire application and write your responses prior to starting in the online portal.
Positive leader in the field, Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
Virginia
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2023
Good
Good
This funder is very accessible.
5
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Allow time to gather financials. The application is straightforward and intuitive and the site worked well.
District Of Columbia
Grant currently pending
2023
Good
Good
The application process was great.
15
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Def have a meeting with the point person in your field/area before submitting for guidance on what funder is looking for, if seems a good fit/not, what kind of funding to apply for and how much.
Insightful, Friendly, Openminded, Responsive
District Of Columbia
Grant currently pending
2023
Good
Good
15
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Definitely attend the quarterly zoom info meetings for applicants and bring your questions. The sessions have always had responsive and knowledgeable people available.
Positive leader in the field, Responsive
Virginia
Grant currently pending
2023
Good
Good
Make sure you read through the whole application before the info session so you'll have your questions ready. Also, work with whatever book keeper you have to get the financial docs in order.
The quarterly information meetings for applicants was invaluable as was the Q&A opportunity.
12
Reviewer 8540 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
If you are a first time applicant to any grantor, as I am, read everything you can, login and start the application to see what is there before you decide what type of grant to apply for. The Cafritz Foundation provides all of the information you need, so long as you click on all you can.
Maryland
Grant currently pending
2023
Good
Make the application process really easy.
12
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation is a wonderful organization. Our experience has been universally positive and we greatly appreciate their support.
Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues
Maryland
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2023
Good
Good
The only problem I had with the application is when I went to submit it. All the steps were complete and when I hit submit there was a long lag and then I would get an error message that said Error Saving Changes. I probably tried it 6-8 times and was also online with Connie (who was great) for 20 minutes who gave some suggestions and also tried with my user name and password and was also unsuccessful. Finally this morning it went through. Just fyi as I don't know if there is a problem with the system.
Look into any system problems.
The Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation is very thorough, in the philanthropic aspects, financial standing, organizational structure and in-person review of their grantees.
13
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Attend the pre-application webinar. See if you can speak to a staff member prior to beginning the application if you have a specific project in mind.
Positive leader in the field, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, Openminded
District Of Columbia
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2023
Good
Good
Advice on what the organization is seeking to fund.
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