Steve Morgan Foundation
The Steve Morgan Foundation is passionately committed to changing lives for good, by working with partners that make a positive difference to those in need. Founded in 2001 by businessman and philanthropist, Steve Morgan CBE, we provide funding, support, expertise and best practice to the charities and organisations we support. By harnessing the power of working together, we address a range of areas including poverty, homelessness, health and wellbeing, and education and training, and have helped to improve the quality of life for more than 3 million people.
Overview
Total reviews: 50
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Latest Reviews
Nov 13, 2024
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2024
Familiarise with the new online process for applying for funding. Not to be afraid to ask questions. Expect at least one visit to discuss the application. Demonstrate the impact the project will make and be able to outline their current financial position.
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
Understands nonprofits and issues
Openminded
Responsive
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The Steve Morgan Foundation demonstrates a deep understanding of the social value that local projects contribute. They recognise the challenges faced by charities and provide encouragement that inspires perseverance. This support helps charities feel appreciated and proud of their accomplishments.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
To offer longer term funding options .
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Nov 5, 2024
Funded for lesser amount - applied in 2024
This is a really easy application process intially, the form is not too long and is easy accessable. Thr process is swfit, proefessional and set out in a good time manner
Pros
Gives more than money
Culturally sensitive
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
Understands nonprofits and issues
Responsive
Cons
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?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
This is a very supportive funder we are very lucky to operate in the area in which we can apply
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Communicates really well, empathic and supportive
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Giive us more scope on the applcation form to expand
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Nov 1, 2024
Funded for lesser amount - applied in 2024
Read all the eligibility criteria and if you feel you meet this, then phone the Foundation to chat through your planned application. The team are really helpful and will do their best advise/answer your questions. Find out how long the process is currently taking and which Trustee meeting your application is likely to be considered at so that you can ensure your budget and timings fit.
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
Understands nonprofits and issues
Openminded
Responsive
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded tell us the outcome
Funded for lesser amount
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
I just want to say that I think the Steve Morgan are a brilliant funder. They really want to build relationships with their grantees and offer their support and expertise, not just offer financial support. . They don't just give the grant and then wait for the end of grant report. You know that you can contact them at any time to discuss any challenges you may be having. They have vast knowledge of the sector, are totally professional, but also friendly and are very approachable. Just so glad they are based in our region! Theiir annual conferences are awesome!
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
They build relationships with their grantees and want to make site visits so that they can see first hand how the charity operates and get a better understanding of the impact that their grant is making.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Just keep doing what you are doing - you are an incredible funder!
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Oct 29, 2024
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2024
Staff are accommodating and friendly . Speak with them first before applying. The process is straightforward
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Friendly
Builds relationships
Understands nonprofits and issues
Responsive
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
The fund helps local organisations and is valued in the community
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Marketing , Communication and Care
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Maybe given the current financial climate consider 5 year funding pots
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Oct 29, 2024
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2024
Discuss with funding coordinator
We found it very helpful and time saving around the application process.
There was open dialogue and support around the application process
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Understands nonprofits and issues
Openminded
Responsive
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The funder has good insight and knowledge of the local area enabling them to provide targeted support in areas that need it most. This familiarity with the community’s challenges helps in crafting solutions that are more precise and impactful.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
The availability of the funding coordinator was incredibly helpful during the application process, as it provided ample time to discuss questions and address any uncertainties.
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Nov 13, 2024
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2024
Familiarise with the new online process for applying for funding. Not to be afraid to ask questions. Expect at least one visit to discuss the application. Demonstrate the impact the project will make and be able to outline their current financial position.
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
Understands nonprofits and issues
Openminded
Responsive
Cons
Pros
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The Steve Morgan Foundation demonstrates a deep understanding of the social value that local projects contribute. They recognise the challenges faced by charities and provide encouragement that inspires perseverance. This support helps charities feel appreciated and proud of their accomplishments.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
To offer longer term funding options .
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Nov 5, 2024
Funded for lesser amount - applied in 2024
This is a really easy application process intially, the form is not too long and is easy accessable. Thr process is swfit, proefessional and set out in a good time manner
Pros
Gives more than money
Culturally sensitive
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
Understands nonprofits and issues
Responsive
Cons
Pros
Cons
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?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
This is a very supportive funder we are very lucky to operate in the area in which we can apply
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Communicates really well, empathic and supportive
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Giive us more scope on the applcation form to expand
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Nov 1, 2024
Funded for lesser amount - applied in 2024
Read all the eligibility criteria and if you feel you meet this, then phone the Foundation to chat through your planned application. The team are really helpful and will do their best advise/answer your questions. Find out how long the process is currently taking and which Trustee meeting your application is likely to be considered at so that you can ensure your budget and timings fit.
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
Understands nonprofits and issues
Openminded
Responsive
Cons
Pros
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Grant currently pending
If you were funded tell us the outcome
Funded for lesser amount
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
I just want to say that I think the Steve Morgan are a brilliant funder. They really want to build relationships with their grantees and offer their support and expertise, not just offer financial support. . They don't just give the grant and then wait for the end of grant report. You know that you can contact them at any time to discuss any challenges you may be having. They have vast knowledge of the sector, are totally professional, but also friendly and are very approachable. Just so glad they are based in our region! Theiir annual conferences are awesome!
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
They build relationships with their grantees and want to make site visits so that they can see first hand how the charity operates and get a better understanding of the impact that their grant is making.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Just keep doing what you are doing - you are an incredible funder!
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Oct 29, 2024
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2024
Staff are accommodating and friendly . Speak with them first before applying. The process is straightforward
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Friendly
Builds relationships
Understands nonprofits and issues
Responsive
Cons
Pros
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
The fund helps local organisations and is valued in the community
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Marketing , Communication and Care
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Maybe given the current financial climate consider 5 year funding pots
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Oct 29, 2024
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2024
Discuss with funding coordinator
We found it very helpful and time saving around the application process.
There was open dialogue and support around the application process
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Understands nonprofits and issues
Openminded
Responsive
Cons
Pros
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Current or former grantee
If you were funded tell us the outcome
Funded for amount requested
What year was this experience?
2024
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The funder has good insight and knowledge of the local area enabling them to provide targeted support in areas that need it most. This familiarity with the community’s challenges helps in crafting solutions that are more precise and impactful.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
The availability of the funding coordinator was incredibly helpful during the application process, as it provided ample time to discuss questions and address any uncertainties.
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent