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Top descriptors for this funder
37Builds relationships36Friendly36Positive leader in the field35Culturally sensitive35Responsive31"Gets" nonprofits and issues30Insightful27Openminded21Gives more than money9Risk taker5Likes site visits
Advice from a Friend
Allegany Franciscan Ministries
Oct 14, 2021
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
If you have all the requested information, you will not have any problems completing the application. Print the questions first, and then produce your files to be uploaded.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Friendly, Builds relationships, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
What year was this experience?
2018
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?
They do a great job.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Stay in contact with you .
How many hours did the grant application process take?
5 to 10 hours
Sep 24, 2021
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Best to attend a meeting for broad information and parameters of the grant. Afterwards set up a 1-on-1 meeting for a much better understanding of their focus.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, 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 amount requested
What year was this experience?
2020
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
They serve with compassion, transforming lives in many countires.
Without boundaries they support the needs for health, food, physical, spiritual wellbeing among mankind.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Be a part of the program when the initiaive is being carried out. I believe it not only validates but it is uplifting to see how the grant funded project is executed.
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
no
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
They ensure all grants are appropraitely funding programs that impact communities. They strongly support the indigent and programs that uplift our people.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
12
May 11, 2021
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
It is important to be aware that your organization's mission parallels the grantor. Be sure to ask them for help when in doubt.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
What year was this experience?
2020
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
This funder has simplified the process of applying and receiving funding for organizations who are seeking to make an impact in your communities. Thank you Allegany Franciscan Ministries, for assisting small businesses, like mine, to succeed.
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
Our company could not have touched so many lives without this foundation's help. We appreciated the dedication and support that Allegany Ministries has afford us.
Thanks for everything
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
You have make the financial burden of servicing our community light. Awesome Job!!
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Support small businesses
How many hours did the grant application process take?
5 to 10 hours
Apr 23, 2021
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Call and speak to the wonderful; people at Allegany Franciscan Ministries. They are professionals who will assist you in understanding the process.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
What year was this experience?
2020
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Provide much needed assistance to non-profits serving the community.
How many hours did the grant application process take?
8
Apr 05, 2021
Reviewer 1970 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2019
It would be a good idea to call the folks at the Agency first. They are very friendly and helpful. There is a full time staff person who handles the Grant application process. They can steer you in the right direction and let you know if you meet their criteria.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded
