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Who WOULDN’T want an inside glimpse into how a foundation thinks and works? Here, as simply and clearly as we can offer them, are three things that make a huge difference on whether or not a project receives an investment from our foundation: Can we agree on what children need? All of our grants are aimed […]
One of the best parts of working at the Dekko Foundation is meeting the people we serve. They have lots in common! They love their community. They love kids. And often they’re not quite happy with how things are going for children. After our travels we share stories…like this one: A few weeks ago Ashlee, […]
We’re trying something new at the Dekko Foundation and, so far, WE LOVE IT! What are we doing? Spending a little time with some of our grantees AFTER they’ve sent their final grant report. Why? It’s a great way to learn from your experiences and plug that knowledge back into our work. Like most foundations, we used to spend nearly […]
Here they are, in no particular order: The top five questions that we field! If you’ve been wondering these things, you’re certainly not alone. Q. WHAT DO YOU FUND? A. We want young people to grow up to be independent and have choices in their lives. To make sure that happens, we invest in positive […]
Raise your hands grantseekers. Are you confused, frustrated or just plain puzzled by foundations and their insistence on measuring and evaluation? Let’s talk. At the Dekko Foundation when we encourage our grantseekers to measure the work they do, what we’re really saying is this, “Tell us what will change for the better.” And, “How will […]