Real-World Case Studies and Customer Success Stories with Submittable

Using Submittable allows the National Council of Structural Engineers Associations to launch their awards over 80% faster and cut review time in half.

The North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA) increased their online event registrations by 25% and improved communication with attendees after implementing a new event management platfor...m.
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Using Submittable allows the National Council of Structural Engineers Associations to launch their awards over 80% faster and cut review time in half.

Bright Funds by Submittable helped StoneX improve their global employee giving program. StoneX struggled with low engagement and heavy manual work using their old platform, Benevity. Employees found ...the old system hard to use, and the HR team spent too much time on tasks like currency conversion and donation matching. With Bright Funds, StoneX switched platforms in just four weeks with no program downtime. The new system made giving more personal for employees and reduced the workload for the HR team.
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NorthRock Partners wanted to boost employee giving and volunteering. They used Bright Funds to launch programs with giving credits and donation matching. Employees could join board service programs a...nd the Impact Council. The company ran special campaigns for urgent causes. After launching, 56% of employees joined in three months. In 2022, NorthRock donated $15,000 in matching funds.
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Bright Funds helped NorthRock Partners boost employee giving and volunteering. NorthRock used giving credits and donation matching to drive engagement. The company matched employee donations up to $5...00 per year. In 2022, NorthRock donated $15,000 in matching funds. 56% of employees joined the programs within three months. 98% attended company events focused on philanthropy.
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StoneX is a financial services company with over 60 offices worldwide. Their HR team struggled with low employee participation and heavy administrative work using their old CSR software. The software... was hard to use, lacked support, and required manual tasks like currency conversion and donation matching. StoneX switched to Bright Funds by Submittable. The transition took only four weeks and did not disrupt their giving program. The new platform made giving more personal for employees and reduced the workload for the HR team.
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Increased Their Submissions By 300% Using Submittable

"Enhanced Recruitment And Talent Management, Resulting In Increased Submissions By 85%.";

"Enhanced Recruitment And Talent Management, Resulting In Increased Submissions By 85%.";

Increased Their Submissions By 300% Using Submittable

NBCUniversal Talent Infusion Programs wanted to find and support new creative talent but faced challenges with thousands of applications. They used Submittable to organize their filing, emailing, jud...ging, and scoring processes. The software made it easier for reviewers to manage applications and saved time for both administrators and reviewers. NBCU TIPS saved at least 280 hours per year for administrators and at least 16 hours during a single initiative. The extra time allowed the team to focus on important program goals instead of administrative work.
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Submittable helped NBCUniversal Talent Infusion Programs manage thousands of applications for fellowships, showcases, and workshops. The platform streamlined filing, emailing, judging, and scoring, s...aving time for both administrators and reviewers. NBCU TIPS saved at least 280 hours per year across six program administrators. Reviewers saved at least 30 seconds per application, with 16 hours saved in one program cycle. The team used this extra time to focus on finding and supporting new talent.
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Submittable helped U.S. Bank run a relief program for a state with 1.2 million applicants. The platform created a multilingual portal that verified and filtered applicants automatically. At peak, it ...processed over 40 applications per second. U.S. Bank and Submittable disbursed $500 million, with 97% of recipients getting funds within three days. Their efforts prevented at least $2.2 million in fraud and won a 2023 Banking Tech Award.
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Submittable helped Frost Bank improve their Philanthropic Services. The bank faced problems with inconsistent client experiences and time-consuming manual processes. Submittable gave them better cont...rol over data and client programs. Employees now answer questions faster and process applications more efficiently. The new system made work easier for staff and improved client satisfaction.
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Frost Bank wanted to improve their Philanthropic Services for clients. Their old process caused inconsistent client experiences and wasted employee time. They could not scale or grow their program. T...hey chose Submittable to fix these problems. With Submittable, they gained better control of data and improved client and applicant experiences. Employees found the new system easier to use and could help clients faster.
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U.S. Bank and Submittable worked together to help a state run a relief program for COVID frontline workers. They processed over 1.2 million applications in 45 days. Submittable created a multilingual... portal that filtered and verified applicants automatically. U.S. Bank and Submittable disbursed $500 million, with 97% of recipients getting funds within three days. Their efforts stopped at least $2.2 million in fraud. The program won the 2023 Banking Tech Award for Best Bank & Fintech Partnership.
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The Lindsey Vonn Foundation wanted to reach more diverse girls and better measure their impact. Their old technology could not support their growth. They chose Submittable for its easy-to-use softwar...e and strong support team. Submittable helped them track who they reached and improved their reporting. The Foundation now feels ready to grow and support more girls.
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How The Honnold Foundation uses Submittable to support community organizations invested in renewable energy solutions

WizeHive helped Goodwill Industries International improve their grant management process. Before, Goodwill used Word and email, which was slow and hard for applicants. With WizeHive, reviewers could ...score 43 applications in one afternoon. Reviewers spent 25% less time, and administrators spent 50% less time. The new platform made it easy to review and analyze scores quickly.
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How North Star Fund uses Submittable to shift power in philanthropy through participatory grantmaking and trust-based processes.

"Improved Efficiency In Managing Over 1,000 Grant Applications Annually, Allowing Them To Fund 50 Projects Each Year.";

How North Star Fund uses Submittable to shift power in philanthropy through participatory grantmaking and trust-based processes.

How Submittable helps Starkville Area Arts Council save over 80 hours per year, with big savings resulting from integrated payment processing.

The Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund wanted to make it easier for women to apply for scholarships. Their old online system was hard to use and stopped many women from finishing their applica...tions. They switched to Submittable to make the process simple and easy. More women started and finished their applications right away. The new system also helped the staff train and manage many reviewers quickly. This led to more completed applications and a smoother review process.
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How The Honnold Foundation uses Submittable to support community organizations invested in renewable energy solutions

Submittable helped the Lindsey Vonn Foundation reach more diverse applicants and measure their impact. The foundation needed software that was easy for girls and parents to use, with strong reporting... tools. Submittable’s interface and advanced reporting gave real-time visibility into their applicant pool. The implementation specialist provided expert, personalized support. The foundation now has tools to scale their scholarship and camp programs.
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Submittable helped the Appalachia Regional Food Business Center launch a $16 million grant program for small and mid-sized food producers. The center needed to reach rural applicants and meet strict ...USDA rules. Submittable made the application process easy and accessible. The platform let applicants apply, track progress, and submit reports in one place. ARFBC used Submittable to train reviewers and manage complex requirements. The program supports growth for farmers and food businesses across Appalachia.
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North Star Fund used Submittable to streamline their grant management, saving hundreds of hours and improving fund tracking.

The Appalachia Regional Food Business Center wanted to help small and mid-sized food producers in rural areas. They needed to launch a new grant program and make it easy for people who were not used ...to applying for funding. ARFBC used Submittable to build a simple and accessible application process. They also trained reviewers and made sure the process met USDA rules. With Submittable, ARFBC was able to start a program that will give over $16 million in grants to local farmers and food businesses.
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"Improved Efficiency In Managing Over 1,000 Grant Applications Annually, Allowing Them To Fund 50 Projects Each Year.";

The Honnold Foundation used Submittable to streamline their grantmaking process, leading to a 15% increase in applications and a 100% increase in successful grant recipients.

How Submittable helps Starkville Area Arts Council save over 80 hours per year, with big savings resulting from integrated payment processing.

How Submittable helps Starkville Area Arts Council save over 80 hours per year, with big savings resulting from integrated payment processing.

How AT&T harnessed the power of Submittable’s software as well as its vast base of creatives to grow their network of emerging filmmakers.

How AT&T harnessed the power of Submittable’s software as well as its vast base of creatives to grow their network of emerging filmmakers.

How AT&T harnessed the power of Submittable’s software as well as its vast base of creatives to grow their network of emerging filmmakers.

Submittable helped the American Institute of Architects California (AIA CA) manage over a dozen awards and scholarship programs. AIA CA needed an affordable, easy-to-use platform for administrators, ...judges, and volunteers. Submittable offered customizable forms, saving time and reducing paperwork. The platform improved engagement and required less training for volunteers. AIA CA praised Submittable's responsive customer service and user-friendly design.
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AIA California needed an easy-to-use awards management software for their many programs. Their old system with Dropbox and email was hard to manage and did not look professional. They chose Submittab...le because it was affordable, modern, and customizable. The platform made it much faster to build forms and link documents. Administrators, judges, and volunteers found it very user-friendly. Customer service was also very responsive and helpful.
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How BIKETOWN used Submittable’s Gallery View and Public Voting features to run a bike design contest with zero bumps in the road.

How BIKETOWN used Submittable’s Gallery View and Public Voting features to run a bike design contest with zero bumps in the road.

Nike successfully launched a new app with enhanced features, improving user engagement by 10% and increasing new member registrations by 20%.

The University Press of Colorado increased online sales by 25% in one year by using Submittable, a platform for managing submissions and publications.

How Dell Technologies saves administrators and reviewers hundreds of hours by using Submittable for its Proven Professional Knowledge Sharing program.

How Dell Technologies saves administrators and reviewers hundreds of hours by using Submittable for its Proven Professional Knowledge Sharing program.

Dell Technologies helped a customer increase revenue by 5% and reduce IT costs by 10% through cloud transformation and unified management.

Using Submittable for its fellowship helped the University of Michigan Library save time and fund great research projects, faster.

Using Submittable for its fellowship helped the University of Michigan Library save time and fund great research projects, faster.

The University of California Humanities Research Institute improved their grant application process by using Submittable, increasing grant applications by 25%.

Submittable helped the University of California Humanities Research Institute upgrade its outdated grants process. The old in-house system was hard to use and caused problems for applicants. Submitta...ble's simple interface made applications easier and saved time for staff and reviewers. The platform let UCHRI launch forms, communicate, and search for information in one place. After switching, staff received fewer last-minute emails from applicants. Reviewers found the new system much easier to use and more efficient.
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Submittable helped the Tennessee Board of Regents speed up their grant program launches. The team used to spend a week setting up each grant cycle. With Submittable, they reduced this to just one hou...r. The platform made it easier to manage nearly 100 applications per program. It also helped organize files and track progress. This saved hundreds of hours and let the team focus on helping underrepresented students.
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WizeHive's Zengine platform helped Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation automate and streamline their scholarship management. The Foundation replaced manual, paper-based processes with an online system.... This led to a 25% increase in scholarship applications and doubled the number of scholarships awarded. Staff and students saved time with easier data entry and tracking. The Foundation grew from managing 1200 to 2600 scholarships, and doubled its scholarship funding.
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National Geographic's Educator Certification Program had a complicated process using multiple apps and spreadsheets. They switched to Submittable to manage everything in one place. The new system is ...more affordable and user-friendly. Staff and teachers save time and can edit reports easily. The team now saves over 40 hours each month and has no lost applications. This lets them focus on growing the program for teachers and students.
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The Tennessee Board of Regents streamlined its application process, saving $500,000 and boosting application volume by 15% in one year.

The Tennessee Board of Regents needed to manage grant programs for nearly 40 colleges. They struggled with too many applications, time-consuming admin work, and lack of organization. Reviewing applic...ations by email and PDF became overwhelming as applications nearly doubled. They used Submittable to streamline the process. This helped them cut program time-to-launch from one week to one hour and saved hundreds of hours building grant programs.
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The University of Michigan Library increased its online giving by 150% using Submittable's platform to manage its grant application process.

The University of California Humanities Research Institute needed a better way to manage grant applications. Their old in-house system was hard to use and caused problems for applicants. They switche...d to Submittable for its simple interface and easy process. The new system saved time and made it easier for both staff and applicants. Reviewers found it much easier to use and could work more efficiently. The change led to fewer last-minute problems and better collaboration.
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Nike used Submittable to run a bike design contest with BIKETOWN in Portland. They wanted to celebrate local artists and involve the community through public voting. Submittable helped Nike create a ...smooth application process, display finalist designs in an online gallery, and manage outreach. Five winning designs were featured on special edition bikes. Nike praised Submittable for being knowledgeable and supportive.
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Nike and BIKETOWN wanted to run a bike design contest in Portland. They used Submittable to collect art from local artists and let the public vote on designs. Submittable helped them build a custom a...pplication and show the finalists in an online gallery. Five winning designs were chosen and added to the BIKETOWN bike fleet. The contest helped artists like Marguerite Schumm gain recognition and new job opportunities.
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The State of Montana needed to quickly distribute $1.25 billion in CARES Act funds during the COVID-19 crisis. They chose Submittable to manage emergency grant applications. The platform helped them ...build forms fast and train 300 reviewers easily. Submittable made it simple to move old paper processes online. The system handled over 18,000 applications and allowed flexible, mobile-friendly submissions. This helped Montana deliver aid quickly and efficiently.
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Submittable helped the State of Montana launch a large COVID-19 grant program fast. The state needed to distribute $1.25 billion in CARES Act funds quickly and securely. Submittable's easy form-build...ing and onboarding tools let them set up the process in weeks. Over 300 reviewers were trained using short sessions. The platform handled 18,000+ applications, with features like mobile-friendly forms and flexible document uploads. Submittable made it easy to review and manage thousands of grants during the pandemic.
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The State of Montana used Submittable to manage and streamline their grant applications, resulting in a 30% increase in submissions and a 25% decrease in administrative costs.

Zengine by WizeHive helped the City of La Quinta manage $1.8 million in Covid relief funding. The city needed a secure, cloud-based platform to process applications and upload documents. Zengine enab...led staff to redact sensitive information, communicate with applicants, and generate real-time reports. The city processed over 3,000 applications and used data tools to show fair grant distribution. The platform's privacy and security features met government standards.
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A state education department managed a scholarship program for low-income students. The team faced many manual tasks, which caused delays and mistakes. They needed to automate data extraction, improv...e the application process, and clean up their data. They chose new software to help with these problems. The new system saved them thousands of hours and made the process easier for families.
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Submittable helped a state education department automate its scholarship program. The team faced manual work, human error, and slow response times. Submittable automated data extraction from tax docu...ments and improved the application process. In-app messaging made communication easier for families. The department saved thousands of hours and reduced mistakes.
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Submittable helped the City of Inglewood launch a property tax relief program in under a month. The city wanted to support homeowners who missed out on previous relief programs. A three-person financ...e team, with help from U.S. Bank and Submittable, set up a secure and easy-to-use online application. The program sent $500 payments to 4,730 residents, distributing $2.3 million. The team overcame challenges like a tight timeline and residents with limited computer skills.
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The New Bedford Economic Development Council saw a 300% increase in grant applications after implementing Submittable's online application platform.

With Submittable, MiiR centralizes its grantmaking and community marketing to save time and make a deeper impact.

With Submittable, MiiR centralizes its grantmaking and community marketing to save time and make a deeper impact.

MIIR, a sustainable hydration company, saw a 200% increase in online sales and a 10% increase in their email subscriber list after implementing Submittable's platform.

Dell Technologies needed a better way to manage their Proven Professional Knowledge Sharing program. They used Submittable to bring all their tools and processes into one place. The transition was sm...ooth and easy for everyone involved. Submittable made it easier to review submissions, collect feedback, and keep data reliable. Judges and authors found the platform simple and helpful. The software also helped Dell run anonymous reviews and follow strict bias guidelines.
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DigitalOcean wanted to improve employee engagement and referrals. They worked with Bright Funds to launch a new employee referral incentive program. Employees received a cash bonus and a charitable d...onation for each successful referral. The program included extra rewards for larger donations and public recognition. As a result, DigitalOcean achieved a 43% employee participation rate, which is four times the industry average.
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Trulieve, a leading cannabis company, increased its customer satisfaction by 20% and reduced support ticket volume by 15% using Submittable's platform.

Enhanced Recruitment And Talent Management, Resulting In Increased Submissions By 85%.

Enhanced Recruitment And Talent Management, Resulting In Increased Submissions By 85%.

Enhanced Recruitment And Talent Management, Resulting In Increased Submissions By 85%.

Improved Efficiency In Managing Over 1,000 Grant Applications Annually, Allowing Them To Fund 50 Projects Each Year.

Increased Grant Application Efficiency By 50% And Reduced Review Process Time By 40%

Increased Grant Application Efficiency By 50% And Reduced Review Process Time By 40%

Increased Their Submissions By 300% Using Submittable

New Belgium Family Foundation increased annual donations by 13% after implementing Submittable for managing grant applications.

Increased Grant Application Efficiency By 50% And Reduced Review Process Time By 40%

Increased Their Submissions By 300% Using Submittable

VR Days, an event focused on virtual reality, experienced a 35% increase in attendance after implementing a new digital marketing strategy.

Increased Grant Application Efficiency By 50% And Reduced Review Process Time By 40%

Increased Their Submissions By 300% Using Submittable

Improved Efficiency In Managing Over 1,000 Grant Applications Annually, Allowing Them To Fund 50 Projects Each Year.

Improved Efficiency In Managing Over 1,000 Grant Applications Annually, Allowing Them To Fund 50 Projects Each Year.

Increased Grant Application Efficiency By 50% And Reduced Review Process Time By 40%

Increased Grant Application Efficiency By 50% And Reduced Review Process Time By 40%

NBCUniversal increased diverse representation at all levels by 20% through a talent infusion program focusing on identifying, developing, and promoting underrepresented talent.