by Cian Murphy – Researcher, nfpSynergy; Elin Lindström – Research Assistant, nfpSynergy
In early 2012, the John Ellerman Foundation embarked on a strategic review to find out what a model grant-maker looks like in the eyes of applicants and grantees and commissioned nfpSynergy to carry out independent research with charities and their fundraisers. Cian and Elin dissect this extensive report and outline some of the hallmarks of a model grant-maker.