30 survey respondents
Location: P.o. Box 6699, Denver, 80206 CO
EIN: 84-1148157
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Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Absolutely set up a conversation to discuss the project. You can set up a 15-minute conversation online so there's no worry about playing phone tag.
Positive leader in the field, Risk taker, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2020
Good
I've always found them incredibly responsive. I've also made a point of contacting them when things aren't going as planned and they've been helpful and supportive.
Good
They have narrowed their focus in recent years and their investment in employment and supportive services to help low-income/difficult to employ populations find work, build careers, and engage in entrepreneurism has been impressive.
N/A
They are exploring program related investments, and are open to different approaches, which I find very exciting.
Listens to grantees and provides opportunities to keep us all engaged, both individually and as a group.
8
Thanks for the feedback. We would love more feedback on how to make our process smoother, to reduce the time spent on applications, as eight hours seems a large chunk of time. Please feel free to share thoughts. Thank you.
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Definitely refer to your CGA for this grant and meet with a Program Officer before you apply.
Colorado
Grant currently pending
2020
Good
Good
5 to 10 hours
Thanks for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to tell us more about your experience.
Reviewer 6635 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
Before starting the application to the Kenneth King Foundation be sure to have your Colorado Common Grant Application (CGA) template done. Then, you will be able to easily work from the CHA to edit for Kenneth King to comply with their character counts.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for greater amount
2020
Good
Good
Be sure to read their information carefully and move on if it is clear that your program does not fit their funding priorities.
The Foundation utilizes technology extremely well.
7
Thank you for this comment, you are correct, the application is based on the Colorado Common Grant Application, and based on this input, we'll provide some language on our application that indicates this, in the event it's helpful for others. Thanks again for taking the time to provide input.
Reviewer 5791 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
I liked that I could submit a virtual meeting request to speak with the Funding representive. She was very kind, helpful, and a good listener.
Positive leader in the field, Friendly, Responsive
Colorado
Grant currently pending
2020
Good
She responded to my emails quickly.
Good
This is an amazing Fund that recognizes the importance of one-on-one mentorship. I'd like to see them support our work in Southern Colorado because of our shared mission to help disadvantaged youth become sucessful individuals. It's not about the numbers; it's about meeting the needs of that unique youth. Because we are a smaller community, we have the ability to do this very well.
The online portal was slow to upload to at times.
We appreciate that they have a heart for kids, and that they value the indiviual youth.
I enjoyed the qualifying interviewing process with the staff.
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Thank you very much for your feedback. We will share your comments with our Board, and also our grantmaking application provider, we apologize the site was slow.
Grant Applicant - applied in 2019
Check their guidelines/ requirements for applying to be sure your organization is/would be eligible for funding.
Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2019
Good
Accessibility to Kenneth King Foundation staff for assistance was remarkable and so very helpful.
Keep up the good work in providing assistance to organizations in enhancing their communities.
One thing the Kenneth King Foundation does very well is communicating.
7
Grant Applicant - applied in 2019
We are so happy for our partnership with the Kenneth King Foundation. They are incredibly connected to those working on the ground with some of our community's most at risk and in need populations. They are responsive and accessible, and work hard to listen to those they work to serve.
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for greater amount
2019
Good
I would just ask them to keep doing the work they are doing to stay connected to grantees and connect grantees to each other as well.
I don't think so. The Kenneth King Foundation does an amazing job!
They do a great job listening to the needs of grantees and those they serve.
5
Thank you for all you do to strengthen our community!
Grant Applicant - applied in 2019
Definitely reach out to foundation staff ahead of time to discuss your ideas and priorities.
Positive leader in the field, Friendly, Responsive
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2019
Good
Good
The funder was very approachable and grant staff could not have been more helpful throughout the process.
8
Thanks for your feedback. We value conversations with organizations prior to proposal development, we believe this helps us all hone in on initiatives that mutually align with the community, nonprofit and foundation goals.
Grant Applicant - applied in 2019
Whether you are a new applicant or existing grantee, you will need to contact the foundation staff to discuss your organization and funding needs to determine alignment with the funder's priorities. They make it easy - you can send an email or schedule a phone call.
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2019
Good
As a grant consultant, I have found accessibility to be better than many foundations. That said, my clients have had mixed results - some hear back pretty quickly, while others wait and have to followup to get a response.
Good
I have heard that the funder is reviewing it's funding priorities and making some changes to better ensure that grant awards align with funding objecitives.
Provide more details on your website so that potential applicants can have a clearer understanding of your funding priorities prior to scheduling a call.
This funder will provide details not available on their website - and they will tell you if you shouldn't apply.
12
Thanks for your feedback. We will take your comments about providing more details on our web site into consideration.
Grant Applicant - applied in 2020
The executive director's prior input and invitation is critical
Colorado
Grant currently pending
2020
The Foundation has in the past funded several organizations that help seniors, but it does not appear to fund hospices. (I think that is a change.) Our organization is considering collaborating with a non-profit that helps seniors who are experiencing homelessness have a comfortable roof over their heads during the last days of their lives, and think that the Foundation may have a heart to invest in this critical need.
The executive director was exceedingly accessible. On very short notice the ED went out of her/his way to accommodate questions, including coming into the office to enable us to apply.
It acts quickly!
9
Grant Applicant - applied in 2019
No thanks
Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded
Colorado
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2019
Good
Good if you follow the suggested directions.
Good
They seem to be doing what they say.
Be kind to the small guys.
Eliminates “fishing” applications from the outset through guidance.
5 to 10 hours
