What was the overall relationship with the funder?
How many hours did the grant application process take?
12 hours
Median
91%
9%
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
91%
9%
How successfully do you think the funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
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Top descriptors for this funder
43Responsive34"Gets" nonprofits and issues32Builds relationships32Friendly32Positive leader in the field29Openminded19Culturally sensitive19Insightful18Gives more than money13Likes site visits5Risk taker1Culturally incompetent
Advice from a Friend
Morris And Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation
Mar 01, 2023
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Best to connect with a staff member at Cafritz to share organizational updates and learn more about their focus areas.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
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?
2023
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
Our grant manager has been responsive to our request for a follow-up meeting. Thank you.
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Straight forward application. There aren't character or word limits.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
15
Feb 28, 2023
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
We have found our Program Officer to be supportive and accessible from the outset. We encourage you to reach out to a Program Officer prior to applying.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Builds relationships, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Funded for greater amount
What year was this experience?
2023
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?
The volume of attachments requested by The Cafritz Foundation is significantly higher than most Foundations. While it does not represent a barrier to us, there are many worthwhile organizations who might see this as an insurmountable barrier to entry.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The funder is very communicative and supportive. They have responded to every inquiry in a thorough and timely manner.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
6
Feb 28, 2023
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
We are extremely grateful to the Cafritz Foundation for its ongoing funding for arts and culture in the DC metro area. This application is meaty but allows great opportunity to tell a strong story about your organization and the need for support. And make sure you keep track of all of the required attachments!
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Friendly, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Funded for lesser amount
What year was this experience?
2023
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?
20
Feb 16, 2023
Reviewer 9564 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
I participated in the pre-grant meeting on 2/15 @ 10am and I am glad I did. It saved a lot of time and the information was throrough. I applied for a general ops grant for about 20% of my budget because I really need to be able hire a few folks part time and the funding will allow me to do that without pressure.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
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?
2023
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
I have not had to make any calls, but their email response is very timely.
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
This funder supports general ops funding but only at 10%, if one's business is a start up or in its first year, a little more-maybe 20% of the ops budget would be helpful. We are opening our doors and want to stay open. All the funding grant periods are at different times, but no one wants to operate in the red or have to take loans or invest all their personal funds to stay afloat.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
I believe they are fair and equitable in their choosing of grantees, I pray they stay that way-especially towards new missions and work that is being done for the wellness of the DMV area.
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
They have been in the philanthropy business a long time, trust the process and any advice they give.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Communicate. It is clear their funding agenda and the process of how to apply and be successful.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
10 to 15 hours
Feb 13, 2023
Grant Applicant - applied in 2023
Straightforward application process & portal that works well.
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?
2022
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Average
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Average
How many hours did the grant application process take?
40
Jul 07, 2022
Grant Applicant - applied in 2022
Application requirements are very lengthy and overly detailed. Budget enough time for this and/or think about whether it is worth the effort for the money you are applying for.
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?
2022
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Bad
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Average
How many hours did the grant application process take?
10
Jul 06, 2022
Grant Applicant - applied in 2022
The website is an excellent and comprehensive resource and a great place to start. A call with a program manager is also very helpful. The information session is worth attending too.
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?
2022
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
I did wonder how smaller nonprofits with fewer resources fare in managing the large amount of information requested, which takes both time and specific skillsets/staff to complete.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Perhaps ask fewer questions - some seemed repetitive and a bit difficult to parse in order to respond with clarity.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Comprehensive information, great transparency
How many hours did the grant application process take?
20
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