21 survey respondents
Location: 1453 3rd Street Promenade Ste 312, Santa Monica, 90401 CA
EIN: 95-4856207
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Reviewer 334 - Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
We were fortunate to receive funding as a Springboard recipient. Their support continued over the next 10 years where they still serve as my "guiding light" in any needed area. I received a "mentor" along with the funding and that was invaluable! The Durfee Foundation genuinely cares about the people they support.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
Before 2014
Good
Good
Please always remain as you are ~ believing in others and providing them with the opportunity to make positive change!
If you are fortunate to receive their support, you will enter into the Durfee "family!" It doesn't get better than that!
They are easily accessible and serve as a sounding board even when your grant period is over.
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Reviewer 334 - Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
It is always best to have a call with any funder before beginning to write. This allows you to confirm that you are a good match! This funder is always accessible and will answer questions honestly.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
Before 2014
Good
Good
Please remain as you are...open hearts that believe in making our world a better place!!!
They are wonderful people who have "heart" and truly want to help you make the most positive difference that is possible. They are always available and responsive. If you're fortunate to receive a grant from them, they will support you forever!
This funder is the "gift that keeps on giving!" They funded our organization around 2006 but have enabled us to remain part of their "family." They continue to support us in a variety of ways beyond the initial grant. They truly become a friend to you!
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Reviewer 648 - Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
Durfee runs a special sabbatical program and while there is a bit of anticipation anxiety built in -- you really want it and you really need it -- they process in very reassuring. The program team is thorough with your application and they do interview your references and they do ask probing questions.. particularly around your readiness and capacity to take full advantage of the program. They are interested in you... and want to ensure that you will get maximum benefit from the sabbatical. After the grant award they work with you so that you stay true to your personal goals and do build the support systems around you to achieve them.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
District of Columbia
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
Before 2014
Good
Good
Keep it up
Relationship and community building Understanding the nonprofit field from the standpoint of the grantee... and fully open to ideas and innovation about ways to grow the field and to sustain its leaders
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Grant Applicant - applied in 2014
Durfee is not your average foundation - they will absolutely consider out-of-the-box ideas and, in fact, look for them! One important thing to know, however, is that Durfee invests in people. When they consider your funding request, they're considering whether they want you to be a part of the Durfee family. Durfee supports grantees throughout the duration of their career in varying ways. They will continue supporting you when/if you leave your current role, so make sure to emphasize your skills and dedication to the field you're in as a whole, and not just your specific idea.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
2014
Good
Good
Durfee wants to strengthen the nonprofit sector in Los Angeles County, and I believe they're doing it. They support the livelihood of nonprofit entrepreneurs as well as those that they serve.
It can be difficult to get feedback or set up an opportunity to touch base with staff, because they are so busy. This is one thing I would love to see improve.
Durfee is very hands-off. They have faith in grantees to perform well, and they respect the creative process in nonprofit work.
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Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
They are very accessible and helpful. Should contact them before applying.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Other
Before 2014
Good
Good
has clear goals and objectives
they fund sabbaticals
Invests in NPO leaders; provides space and builds community among cross sector leadership to breed innovation; and invests in R&D and creativity.
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Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
The Durfee Foundation fills an important niche - the support of Executive Directors and their top managerial staff. They provide sabbaticals and research opportunities to avoid burnout, and continuing education and peer support to Executive Directors after the sabbatical. I could not recommend them more highly.
Gives more than money, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for amount requested
Before 2014
Good
Very accessible.
Good
Very successfully. This foundation invests in leadership for a better Los Angeles and helps creative thinkers and activists sustain their work for the long haul - which this work is.
can't think of any!
Take part in the opportunities after sabbatical (if that's the area you are applying for)
Convene leadership and provide thought opportunities for growth.
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Reviewer 187 - Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
This foundation really wants you to succeed, so much so, that they additionally funded a non profit mentor who guided us through the ins and outs of the non profit maze. They are always accessible , even years later. Of all my grants received over the last 15 years, it was the most positive experience.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for greater amount
Before 2014
Good
Totally accessible.
Good
The foundation looks for the uniqueness in a project, something outside of the box, and makes every effort to support that project so it is successful. They also introduced us to their other projects so there was mutual support among us. Their chosen projects have staying power.
Keep up the good work!
As with any funder, know your project well. Be open to the support that you are given from the funder, and think outside of the box!
The difference between this grant and all of the others is that the Durfee Foundation understands the needs of new non profits and puts their support in measures that will help the grantee be successful. They fund mentors to help you achieve your goals, fund conference admissions to non profit conferences, and are always available for advice.
10 to 15 hours
Reviewer 489 - Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
Their criteria are very well set out on their website. They have an open application process that is very fairly managed.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, 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
Before 2014
Good
They have a very fair, clear and understandable process for grant making. Once you are a grantee, the amount of communication and support is exemplary. It's almost as if you become part of their family
Good
Not only are they catalyzing great change in Los Angeles, but they are creating a network of leaders, coalesced into a community, that is contributing to a fabric of public policy innovation. They are really exceptional
Spread the word! More foundations need to learn from you!!
Their work is exceptionally strategic and well leveraged, with outstanding results.
The investment they make in leadership, leadership potential, and cultivation is unparalleled and invaluable. It's a very meaningful, strategic, and insightful investment of time that fosters and supports a culture of entrepreneurship which is so desperately needed in the social sector.
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Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
The Exec Director is amazingly accessible and helpful; definitely talk to her before you apply. Durfee leads from their belief in leadership, cross-sectoral problem solving, flexible and responsive culture. They also invest in folks they believe will join a cohort of former leaders they've invested in -- so they are building a set of folks who are leaders in LA in advancing justice.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, Risk taker, Culturally sensitive, Insightful, Friendly, Builds relationships, Likes site visits, "Gets" nonprofits and issues, Openminded, Responsive
California
Current or former grantee
Funded for greater amount
Before 2014
Good
Good
Their signature program used to be Ex Dir sabbaticals -- helping worthy nonprofit EDs get a big break. Now they've added the Stanton Fellowship, a two year $75,000 grant for folks embedded in organizations (public, private or nonprofit) helping solve big intractable problems. They've gotten more targeted toward building skills and a network of key social justice oriented leaders. Not sure they started out that way, but that's what they like doing and are doing now.
Keep it up!
They're small but mighty! The best. I wish they gave away billions instead of a few million.
Be accessible.
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Grant Applicant - applied before 2014
Beyond any other foundation I have experienced as a professional and grant seeker, Durfee Foundation demonstrates a true and deep interest in applicants and grant recipients. As with all foundations, you need to understand what Durfee's mission and interests are to determine the fit. To that end, Durfee staff are friendly and accessible for inquiries.
Positive leader in the field, Gives more than money, 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
Before 2014
Good
Good
This foundation believes in individual value and power to better communities. It invests in individuals and giving mission-driven individuals the space to think deeply about and to act on social/community issues.
Continue doing what you are doing.
This foundation nurtures individuals and builds networks of mission-driven leaders really well.
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