What was the overall relationship with the funder?
How many hours did the grant application process take?
20 hours
Median
75%
25%
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
80%
20%
How successfully do you think the funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
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Top descriptors for this funder
9Positive leader in the field7Worth the time to pitch5Builds relationships4"Gets" nonprofits and issues4Friendly3Gives more than money3Insightful3Likes site visits3Responsive3Repeat funding2Doesn't "get" nonprofits and issues2Culturally sensitive
Advice from a Friend
Weingart Foundation
Jun 30, 2017
Reviewer 889 -
Grant Applicant - applied in 2016
They make themselves very accessible via phone as well as via community forums (i.e. Meet the Funders events). Review their web site, because they're good about posting recent learnings, trends, and their strategy.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Friendly, Responsive
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Funded for lesser amount
What year was this experience?
2016
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Please continue making your voice heard among foundations and nonprofits.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
They are leading efforts to look at organizations as a whole, rather than individual programs. As a result, many of their grants are for unrestricted support.
Jun 22, 2017
Grant Applicant - applied in 2017
They actually listen. That doesn't mean they don't have their own agenda. But they really do believe that nonprofits know what they're talking about, especially when it comes to their own organizations. So think carefully about what you really need because they will actually listn.
Pros
Positive leader in the field, Builds relationships, "Gets" nonprofits and issues
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded, tell us the outcome
Funded for greater amount
What year was this experience?
2017
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Good
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its current philanthropic goals?
Good
In terms of helping people and nonprofits on the streets, they are. They also are trying to move other foundations towards equity funding and unrestricted funding but I don't know if they are making any progress on that.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
no
Is there a question you'd like this funder to answer?
Maybe fund other foundations less.
Is there anything else that'd be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
I've heard them say some negative things about another grantee but then say they also do important work and continue to fund them. So I like that you don't seem to need to be perfect.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
They get that helping a guy on skid row have a meal and a place to sleep is an outcome.
Jun 15, 2016
Grant Applicant - applied in 2015
it's difficult to get money from this funder - but you should always try. They are a great foundation.
In your most recent experience with this funder, what was your relationship?
Applied for funding
How many hours did you spend on the application itself?
40
What year was your most recent experience? (Your best guess is ok!)
2010
Would you recommend this funder?
Yes
Would you say the funder's guidelines were helpful?
Yes
How many hours do you spend on annual reporting?
2
How much money did the funder provide?
$100,001 - $250,000
Does the funder provide resources beyond money?
Peer networking
What types of grants does this funder provide?
General operating
Jun 15, 2016
Grant Applicant - applied in 2013
Call them and ask if you are a good fit. Even though your organizational budget is $700,000, they will only consider you for a "small" grant ($25,000). They won't fund you unless you've been around awhile and unless you have a bunch of other funders. But when they do fund you, they will give you general support for multiple years and will be polite, helpful, and accessible to you during and after your grant.
Pros
Worth the time to pitch, Repeat funding, Builds relationships
