The L B Research And Education Foundation

42 survey respondents

Location: 65 Merrimon Avenue #1042, Asheville, 28801 NC

EIN: 95-4664361

Write a Review

100%

0%

What was the overall relationship with the funder?

How many hours did the grant application process take?

10 hours

Median

96%

4%

How would you rate this funder's accessibility?

91%

9%

How successfully do you think the funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?

Important Information

2017 Deadlines:

Types of Grants Awarded:

Geographic Focus:

Interests/Priorities

Key Personnel

Financial Summary

For Fiscal Year

Total Assets:

Total Grants:

Change in Assets FY :

Amount of Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits:

Sample Grants to Minnesota Nonprofits in

Largest Grant:

Smallest Grant:

Average Grant:

Top descriptors for this funder

30Responsive28Friendly24"Gets" nonprofits and issues21Builds relationships15Positive leader in the field13Insightful12Culturally sensitive11Openminded7Risk taker6Likes site visits5Gives more than money

Advice from a Friend

The L B Research And Education Foundation

Apr 08, 2024

Grant Applicant - applied in 2024

The first step is to submit a concept paper to the Foundation. Be sure your project/program aligns with the Foundation's interest areas. Only 10-20% of inquiries are invited to submit full proposals, and then the funding rate for full proposals received is around 50%.

Pros

Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive

More Feedback

Apr 06, 2024

Reviewer 2350 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2024

It’s best to know the priority areas and research what type of entities the Foundation has funded.

Ensure your program aligns with the Foundation’s priority areas.

Pros

Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive

More Feedback

Apr 05, 2024

Reviewer 4274 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2024

We made sure their priorities and our project were in alignment before applying. The process was seamless. The executive director was communicative and kind. We received partial funding.

Pros

Culturally sensitive, Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive

More Feedback

Apr 05, 2024

Reviewer 4625 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2024

The Foundation has clear guidelines for application, beginning with a short concept paper. Once invited to submit a full proposal the line of communication is open with the funder via email. Communication is great and timely during both the application and award phase.

Pros

Positive leader in the field, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive

More Feedback

Apr 04, 2024

Grant Applicant - applied in 2024

We found it very helpful to have a meeting with the foundation staff. They were open to hearing options for potential proposals and helped us choose the project most suited to their priorities.

Pros

Gives more than money, Risk taker, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive

More Feedback

Apr 03, 2024

Reviewer 7795 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2024

I would recommend that they reference a recent 990 tax form from the funder to determine what their areas of interest are and get a sampling of who they’ve previously supported.

Pros

Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, Openminded, Responsive

More Feedback

May 26, 2023

Grant Applicant - applied in 2023

Always advisable to build a personal rapport with grant funders and learn more about their giving goals and focus.

Pros

Positive leader in the field, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues

More Feedback

May 06, 2023

Reviewer 7620 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2023

Greatly appreciate the open and informative communication received from this foundation throughout the grant proposal, award and reporting process. They make their funding intentions clear and guide you to a funding result that is fairly measured to your organizational maturity.

Pros

Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive

More Feedback

May 05, 2023

Grant Applicant - applied in 2023

Ensure your project is well thought out and aligned with the funder's priorities.

Pros

Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive

More Feedback

May 03, 2023

Grant Applicant - applied in 2023

Best to have a meeting call with a known contact

Pros

Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive

More Feedback

Would you like to share your experiences about this funder?

funder logo

The L B Research And Education Foundation