SmartSimple Cloud for Community Foundations
Flexible Solutions for Evolving Needs.
Overview
SmartSimple Cloud is a comprehensive and highly flexible platform designed to manage a wide range of operational processes for organizations, including community foundations. It is not an out-of-the-box software but a configurable platform that can be tailored to specific needs, covering grants management, donor portals, CRM, and financial tracking. Its strength lies in its ability to automate complex, unique workflows.
✨ Key Features
- Grants Management
- Scholarship Management
- Donor Advised Funds (DAFs) Management
- Online Application Portals
- Process Automation & Workflow Engine
- CRM & Stakeholder Management
- Reporting & Analytics
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Extreme configurability; it's a platform, not just a product.
- Ability to manage multiple types of programs (grants, research, etc.) on a single system.
- Strong security and compliance certifications, including HIPAA.
Unique Value: Offers a single, highly configurable platform that can be adapted to nearly any operational process, eliminating the need for multiple point solutions and enabling end-to-end automation.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Complex, multi-stage grant and scholarship management.
- Automation of internal review and approval workflows.
- Consolidating multiple disparate systems onto one platform.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small organizations that need a simple, out-of-the-box solution with minimal setup.
- Foundations looking for a solution with built-in, specialized fund accounting.
🏆 Alternatives
While other systems offer configuration, SmartSimple provides a deeper level of platform customization, allowing it to handle more diverse and complex requirements than typical grants management software.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Premium available tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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