Corra Foundation
Helping change the lives of people and communities in Scotland. Since 1985 Corra Foundation has distributed over £152 million in grants and made over 15,000 grants to help improve the lives of individuals and communities experiencing disadvantage all across Scotland and in developing countries.
Overview
Total reviews: 33
Median 7 hours
Latest Reviews
Nov 5, 2019
applied in 2018
I would say they are a very approachable and helpful charity
Pros
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Understands nonprofits and issues
Openminded
Responsive
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Applied and not funded
If you were funded tell us the outcome
What year was this experience?
2018
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 and dealing with questions .
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Nothing. I think they are very good at what they do.
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?
Good guys !
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review! It means a lot to hear that you feel we communicated clearly and were helpful to you. If you have any further points or questions, please get in touch. Thank you again :)
Nov 5, 2019
Funded for lesser amount - applied in 2019
Corra Foundation is a very approachable funder. Their guidelines are very clear and a lot of support is available both when applying and after receiving an award.
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Friendly
Builds relationships
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?
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
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. We're glad we were able to help you through the process- if you have any questions or further feedback, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Nov 5, 2019
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2018
The grants administrators were very patient, they took time to help us understand the details of the fund. i wish every funder were like this we would get 100 percent success on fund applications.
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Risk taker
Culturally sensitive
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
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?
2018
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
with us, i will say 100%
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Their human relation is very good. they treat you ice
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review! We're so happy that you had a good experience when applying for us and that we could help you through the process. Thank you again! : )
Nov 5, 2019
Funded for lesser amount - applied in 2019
First of all carefully read all guidance note available online.
Fully read the application form.
Seek guidance from Corra staff, they are happy to help no matter how basic you enquiry. Also use additional support available.
Answer questions fully on application, provide answers Corra expect not answers you may like to provide as there is space for additional details.
Be clear about your outcomes, this is a crucial requirement.
Provide all additional documents required.
During the telephone interview provide any additional information clearly.
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 lesser amount
What year was this experience?
2019
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
Staff at Corra are accessible, knowledgeable and helpful. I succeeded to contact staff by email, landline and mobile numbers.
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
Their goals are clearly outlined in their notes of guidance and website.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The process from initial contact through to evaluation is well considered and consistently administered.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Consider multi-year awards.
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?
N/A
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. We highly value this feedback, please don't hesitate to get in touch if there's anything else. Thank you again.
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Many thanks for this review of Corra. I think it's been accidentally posted to us (Two Ridings Community Foundation) instead, but I'm sure Corra will be pleased to see your feedback.
Nov 5, 2019
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2018
Be open and prepared to learn - Corra are one of the best funders we have in term of offering a balance of support and challenge!
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
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?
2018
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
Invests in relationships with grantees and looks at the bigger picture. It also administers funds efficiently and effectively, hence Scottish Government trusting them to facilitate grant processes.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Please keep leading the way in your field, others can learn from you.
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review! It means so much to hear that you feel we provide a valuable service. Thank you again! : )
Nov 5, 2019
applied in 2018
I would say they are a very approachable and helpful charity
Pros
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Understands nonprofits and issues
Openminded
Responsive
Cons
Pros
Cons
What is your relationship with the funder for this experience?
Applied and not funded
If you were funded tell us the outcome
What year was this experience?
2018
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 and dealing with questions .
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Nothing. I think they are very good at what they do.
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?
Good guys !
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review! It means a lot to hear that you feel we communicated clearly and were helpful to you. If you have any further points or questions, please get in touch. Thank you again :)
Nov 5, 2019
Funded for lesser amount - applied in 2019
Corra Foundation is a very approachable funder. Their guidelines are very clear and a lot of support is available both when applying and after receiving an award.
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Friendly
Builds relationships
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
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 Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. We're glad we were able to help you through the process- if you have any questions or further feedback, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Nov 5, 2019
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2018
The grants administrators were very patient, they took time to help us understand the details of the fund. i wish every funder were like this we would get 100 percent success on fund applications.
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Gives more than money
Risk taker
Culturally sensitive
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
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?
2018
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
with us, i will say 100%
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Their human relation is very good. they treat you ice
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review! We're so happy that you had a good experience when applying for us and that we could help you through the process. Thank you again! : )
Nov 5, 2019
Funded for lesser amount - applied in 2019
First of all carefully read all guidance note available online.
Fully read the application form.
Seek guidance from Corra staff, they are happy to help no matter how basic you enquiry. Also use additional support available.
Answer questions fully on application, provide answers Corra expect not answers you may like to provide as there is space for additional details.
Be clear about your outcomes, this is a crucial requirement.
Provide all additional documents required.
During the telephone interview provide any additional information clearly.
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 lesser amount
What year was this experience?
2019
How would you rate this funder's accessibility?
Excellent
Staff at Corra are accessible, knowledgeable and helpful. I succeeded to contact staff by email, landline and mobile numbers.
How successfully do you think this funder is accomplishing its goals as a funder?
Excellent
Their goals are clearly outlined in their notes of guidance and website.
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
The process from initial contact through to evaluation is well considered and consistently administered.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Consider multi-year awards.
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?
N/A
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review. We highly value this feedback, please don't hesitate to get in touch if there's anything else. Thank you again.
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Many thanks for this review of Corra. I think it's been accidentally posted to us (Two Ridings Community Foundation) instead, but I'm sure Corra will be pleased to see your feedback.
Nov 5, 2019
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2018
Be open and prepared to learn - Corra are one of the best funders we have in term of offering a balance of support and challenge!
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?
2018
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
Invests in relationships with grantees and looks at the bigger picture. It also administers funds efficiently and effectively, hence Scottish Government trusting them to facilitate grant processes.
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Please keep leading the way in your field, others can learn from you.
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Reply from Corra Foundation
Mar 22, 2023
Thanks so much for taking the time to write a review! It means so much to hear that you feel we provide a valuable service. Thank you again! : )