Two Ridings Community Foundation
Since 2000 we have made thousands of grants totalling over £18 million to local charities and community groups helping them support local people. Our vision is a connected and thriving region for all.
Overview
Total reviews: 26
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Jul 19, 2021
Funded for lesser amount - applied in 2019
They are responsive to requests for information. They stick to timescales. They are easy to work with.
Pros
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 lesser amount
What year was this experience?
2019
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
Very easy to get in touch with by phone or email and respond quickly.
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
They are keen to establish good links and positive relationships with the organisations they work with
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Is good at working with organisations, they trust that we know and understand our communities and what they need.
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Reply from Two Ridings Community Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback, we are really pleased that you have had a positive experience.
Jul 19, 2021
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2019
An excellent funder. Logical and realistic application form. Able to contact them by email and phone for advice. Always get a response to acknowledge appplication and result of application always on time. First class funder !
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
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?
2019
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Is there anything else that's be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
They will fund projects that work more than once, you don't need to dream up an innovative idea for the sake of it. This is a massive benefit.
Reply from Two Ridings Community Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thank you for your feedback, we are really pleased that you have had a positive experience and been able to access advice and support.
Jul 18, 2021
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2019
Give as full a picture as possible of the outcomes you expect to and the people that will benefit from the funding
Pros
Culturally sensitive
Friendly
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?
2019
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
communication
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Reply from Two Ridings Community Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thank you for your feedback, we are really pleased that you have had a positive experience.
Jul 16, 2021
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2019
THis funder is very approachable and helpful. They will assist should there be any technical hitches and proactive in sharing if your aims ands objectives meet theirs.
Pros
Insightful
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?
2019
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
communicate
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
keep doing what you are doing
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Reply from Two Ridings Community Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review our service, we are delighted that you have found us approachable and helpful.
Jul 16, 2021
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2017
The Two Ridings provided advice on who to go to for the funding.
This resulted in obtaining the fund and also it formed helped with obtaining other grants on the back of this.
Two Ridings staff were working with us as part of the team to take the project forward.
With out the help of Two Ridings we would not have a youth club or a Heritage Centre in the village.
We were given help with the wording within the application.
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Risk taker
Culturally sensitive
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?
2017
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
The staff are good to work with.
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
I work with other funders and Two Ridings are at the top in providing sound professional advice
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
very good at communication and transmitting information on grants
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Keep doing what you are doing
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Is there anything else that's be useful for others to know to understand this funder?
Give them a call if you are looking for a grant and be open about the project
Reply from Two Ridings Community Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to provide a review, we are delighted that you found the experience of working with us so helpful.