3 survey respondents
Location: 3200 E Camelback Rd Ste 375, Phoenix, 85018 AZ
EIN: 86-0104419
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67%
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Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
I no longer would not recommend approaching this funder. VSUW had a heart for the nonprofit community - this all changed 10 years ago. Each year, less money was awarded to successful (according to the logical model outcomes) programs. VSUW hired a grant manager and began to compete with nonprofits. Funding awards dollars sparse, guidelines were narrow, and funds given were intricately ties to their project grants. Oh, did I say they moved from a humble office building to a huge expensive office space that was typically empty. What a waste of money and a loss for those we all serve in our communities.
Inadvertently exerts negative influence in the field, Bureaucratic
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
Before 2014
Bad
Not accessible if you want to have a program funded.
Bad
I would definitely tour their offices and ask about their current awards to other programs. I wouldn’t donate money unless you want it to pay for their rent.
Get back to helping nonprofits help people and stop seeking grant funds.
Take them off your list.
Convene leaders.
15
Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
It seems like they are going through some organizational changes and are not always able to provide support and guidance.
Difficult to work with
Arizona
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2018
Bad
It has been challenging to get emails and phone calls returned. This is problematic when reports or proposals are due.
Average
Be responsive to provider agencies.
No.
They are committed to their focus areas of ending homelessness, financial stability and children.
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Reviewer 4755 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2018
I suggest a trusted colleague should get involved in as many ways as possible where you are giving to them before you consider asking them to give to you.
Difficult to work with, Culturally incompetent, Bureaucratic, Risk averse
Arizona
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2018
Average
They are good about returning calls, but you won't always get the information you need.
Average
They have chosen such lofty countywide goals - ending homelessness, ending hunger, ensuring kids succeed, breaking the cycle of poverty - that it's difficult to know exactly where and how they are moving the dial.
The application and reporting processes are particularly onerous to the point that the ROI on actually getting a grant is questionable. I advise them to get with a group of long-time grantees and listen to their suggestions about making the process more reasonable and less burdensome to the community.
Grantees are expected to participate in efforts to promote and advance the funder's own fundraising campaign.
This funder is clear about stating their goals.
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