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Helpful Websites

If you like to "do it yourself," take advantage of the information you'll find on these helpful websites.

These online resources will help you to learn more about the philanthropic sector, stay abreast of industry news and find potential grant opportunities for your nonprofit.


The industry's news source. You can sign up to receive daily news.

 

Resources for grantseekers and grantmakers, including free 990 search and answers to dozens of FAQs about grants and grantseeking.

 

Search and find grantmakers who may fund your work. Search includes foundations and federal funding opportunities. The basic (Essential) subscription plan starts at less than $40/month.

 

searchable database of US and Canadian foundations. Find funders by type and award amounts. Discover other recipients and historical giving trends. (subscription required)

 

Your source to find and apply for federal grants. Grants.gov does not provide personal financial assistance. To learn where you may find personal help, check Government Benefits, Student Loans and Small Business Start-Up Loans.

 

A membership program that provides resources for grantseekers, including information about federal grant programs, state funding agencies as well as U.S. and international grantmakers. Watch for specials on annual membership.

 

A free database that provides access to more than 1.8 million nonprofits' 990s. A premium (paid) service is also available.

 

Discover, research and track your grants, all in one place. Use "peer prospecting" to help you see which foundations are supporting organizations like yours. Offers a 14-day free trial.

 

A daily news service from the Foundation Center, including news, RFPs and a nonprofit job board.

 

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Before you sit down to write your next fundraising letter, think about this. It's more than a "letter" - it's a package. Yet there are key elements that many nonprofits overlook when writing their appeals and putting the package together. I've written before about small things that can make a big difference in your next fundraising appeal. This post will look at four big things that can make an even bigger difference in your campaign results this year. (read more)