42 survey respondents
Location: 65 Merrimon Avenue #1042, Asheville, 28801 NC
EIN: 95-4664361
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Reviewer 7435 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
Reach out to the funder and schedule a meeting with them to introduce your organization and program and learn more about the funder's priorities. Ask them questions, including how to structure your proposal, feedback on previous applications (if any), and appropriate amount to request. You will be pleasantly surprised by how eager they are to help you and see you succeed.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
New Jersey
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2025
Good
The Executive Director is the main point of contact for the organization. He is incredibly responsive, warm, collegial, and respectful.
Good
Rather well. They focus on education and health, and to the best of my knowledge, fund projects/programs across those fields. However, I don't have detailed information about their current and past grantees, so I write my response to this question based on that limited knowledge.
I generally mostly have very positive things to say but one piece of constructive suggestion would be to build a website so that you are more accessible to grant seekers. I would also suggest making the grant priorities and timeline documents more easily accessible to grant seekers (perhaps adding a link to them on grant databases, such as Instrumentl). I would also echo another reviewer and suggest considering offering multi-year funding, especially in this current political climate when many organizations are facing significant federal funding cuts.
Relationship building seems to be key to their funding strategy, so don't be shy about reaching out and introducing your organization. While a strong application does matter and will make a difference, the relationship is equally important.
Communication and feedback. Another reviewer described them as "refreshingly straightforward," and I would agree. In a world where funders often don't respond to emails, don't return phone calls, and don't offer feedback on declined applications other than saying they received too many of them, L.B. Research stands out as an exceptional foundation that respects the time and effort of its grantees. They make time to meet with and support applicants in the application process and truly treat them as equal partners and colleagues. When many funders just talk about addressing inequity and power imbalances between funders and grantees but don't actually do much to minimize or eliminate them, L.B. Research makes a genuine effort to ensure that grantees are treated as equals.
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Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
It is important that your funding request is aligned with L.B Research and Education Foundation’s priorities.
Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2025
Good
Our experience was that the Foundation staff was very accessible and questions were answered in a timely manner.
Good
The Foundation is focused on providing funding to promote access to health and wellness services in under-resourced communities. I think their funding is helping to reduce health care inequalities and disparities.
I deeply appreciate that the application process and subsequent reports are not labor intensive. Keep the process the same.
No
The funder takes an active role in learning about our goals and objectives. They see themselves as partners and willing to provide guidance and share other grantees that can help advance our mission.
0
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
I recommend including relevant statistics and a compelling story to help illustrate the mission and impact.
Positive leader in the field, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Likes site visits
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2025
Good
Very accessible and responsive.
Good
I think they're doing great!
Consider exploring capacity building grants for growing organizations that may need operating support such as additional staffing.
The L.B. Research and Education Foundation is a phenomenal organization to work with.
The L.B. Research and Education Foundation had very insightful questions during our meetings and site visits. The representatives were genuinely interested in our mission and making an impact in the community.
15
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
n/a
Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
Oregon
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2025
Good
Good
8
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
Craft a compelling narrative that clearly defines your organization’s work and its impact in the community. Because the selection process is competitive, be specific about what sets your organization apart. Highlight your unique approach and articulate why your work is essential to addressing the challenges your community faces.
Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2025
Good
Very responsive and follow-ups within 24 hours.
Good
If the amount requested is not given, send a response to why the organization received a reduced amount. This helps the organization understand how they can improve or gain a better understanding of what it takes to receive the full requested amount.
Taking the time to have an interview and learn more about the organization beyond what is on the narrative and application.
4
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
Make sure you have your information ready before you start your application.
Positive leader in the field
Nevada
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2025
Good
Good
Maybe tell us why we were funded for less.
Communication is great.
15
Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
Ensure your work closely aligns with the foundation's priorities.
Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2025
Good
The ED is very responsive.
Good
6
Reviewer 6661 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2025
We have had a positive experience working with this funder. Communication has been consistently clear and responsive. The funding amount met our needs, and the reporting requirements were straightforward and manageable. We appreciate their partnership and would recommend working with them.
Nebraska
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2025
Good
Good
Most importantly, the funder has been supportive of our goals and outcomes throughout the process.
More than 15
Reviewer 2125 - Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
The Executive Director is both accessible and candid. I have found the experience with The L.B. Research and Education Foundation to be refreshingly straightforward. I feel respected and appreciated in every correspondence. It's motivating.
Friendly, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Responsive
Connecticut
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2024
Good
I have never received anything other than a thoughtful, timely response.
Good
The foundation is supporting education expenses for trafficking survivors, which directly aligns with its mission.
Truly, this foundation is a dream to work with. I can't think of anything.
The foundation is open to having a call to talk through whether your work is a match-- it's well worth the time!
Clear, concise guidance!
More than 15
Grant Applicant - applied in 2024
We heard about this foundation through a connection to a board member who recommended that we apply. I don't if this is needed.
Friendly, Likes site visits, Openminded, Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for lesser amount
2024
Good
[One staff member in particular] is always quick to reply to our questions and has been very helpful with our submissions and reporting. We enjoyed meeting other foundation and family members during the site visit and would love to host them again.
Average
I don't have enough information to answer this because I don't know who else they fund.
Multi-year grants would be great.
We appreciate the continued support for general operating costs. It is much needed and helps with sustainability and growth.
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