Tools for Finding Grants for Your Nonprofit Organization : Web sites
Nonprofit organizations and sponsored individuals should find the following tools - both print and online - helpful for locating grants for programs and projects in all areas of endeavor. Databases for academic institutions are included.
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- Funds Net ServicesThis Fundraising & Grants Directory is provided at no cost to visitors. Since 1996 Fundsnet Services has provided Grantwriting & Fundraising resource information to those in need of funding for their programs & initiatives. Opportunities are browse-able by category - or you can search the entire site using the box in the upper right corner.
- Grants.govBilled as the place to find and apply to government grants, this resource can be difficult to use in identifying what is available. Instead, visit individual agency web sites and/or use the resources below to find grants – then use grants.gov to apply. This site also includes grant opportunities notices posted in the most recent seven days, links to grant application packages, resources such as proposal writing information.
- GuidestarContains descriptions of and financial data on over 860,000 nonprofit organization. Information is compiled from tax returns filed with the Internal Revenue Service, and includes each charity's assets, liabilities, revenue, and expenditures. Provides access to 990-PF tax returns, which itemize grants given by private foundations. Maintained by Philanthropic Research, a nonprofit group in Williamsburg, Virginia.
- NYFA Source (New York Foundation for the Arts)NYFA Source is an extensive database of awards, services and publications for artists of all disciplines including dance, folk, traditional, media, performance, interdisciplinary, visual, music, literature, theater, and arts management.
- Small Business Administration GrantsThe majority of grantmakers in the US do NOT give grants to for-profit enterprises. The US's Small Business Administration, however, does offer some very specific grant opportunities which you can learn about here.
- Small Business Administration Loans, etc.Click on "Research Small Business Administration Loans" then select a loan type from the drop-down menu to learn more. See also SBA Grants.
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- Financial Aid Resources for Graduate StudentsA curated list of resources, tips, websites, and training materials related to financial aid for graduate students.
- Philanthropy News Digest RFPsPhilanthropy News Digest (PND) publishes RFPs and notices of awards as a free service for grant-making organizations and nonprofits. Search RFPs, browse by subject, and keep up to date by subscribing to PND.
- Graduate Award CentralIncludes more that 170,000 scholarships, grants, and awards worth more than $1 billion. Requires (free) registration - including email address. This is a great tool for graduate student researchers.
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