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: 11
Median 5 hours
Latest Reviews
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.
Oct 18, 2024
Funded for greater amount - applied in 2024
This funder is particularly sympathetic to local projects and those which will benefit the community. Be clear about why you are applying and the expected benefits.
Pros
Gives more than money
Builds relationships
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 greater 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
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Support local needs
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Continue to remain accessible
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 17, 2024
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2024
It is a very thorough process and therefore they need to plan and understand the timelines
Pros
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
Openminded
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
Good communication at every stage of the process
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
The process and staff are excellent and help you at every stage - please keep doing what you're doing
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
If you believe the contents of this review are inappropriate please contact us via email.
Sep 23, 2024
applied in 2024
The Steve Morgan Foundation is a really approachable funder, if you have questions about your application phone and talk it through with them
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Friendly
Builds relationships
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
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
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
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
Oct 18, 2024
Funded for greater amount - applied in 2024
This funder is particularly sympathetic to local projects and those which will benefit the community. Be clear about why you are applying and the expected benefits.
Pros
Gives more than money
Builds relationships
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 greater 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
Tell us one thing that this funder does really well
Support local needs
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
Continue to remain accessible
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Oct 17, 2024
Funded for amount requested - applied in 2024
It is a very thorough process and therefore they need to plan and understand the timelines
Pros
Insightful
Friendly
Builds relationships
Likes site visits
Openminded
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
Good communication at every stage of the process
If you had one piece of advice to give to this funder (about grantmaking or anything else), what would it be?
The process and staff are excellent and help you at every stage - please keep doing what you're doing
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent
Sep 23, 2024
applied in 2024
The Steve Morgan Foundation is a really approachable funder, if you have questions about your application phone and talk it through with them
Pros
Positive leader in the field
Friendly
Builds relationships
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
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
How was your relationship overall with the funder?
Excellent