About this course
Looking for grants for your nonprofit?
Come learn how to use Foundation Directory, the most comprehensive prospect research tool for fundraisers, with over 239,000+ grantmaker profiles. You will learn how to search for grantmakers who have funded organizations working on causes and with communities similar to those you serve.
NOTE: This class is for nonprofit organizations looking for funding. It is not geared to individuals seeking grants. We recommend you take our free one-hour course, Introduction to Finding Grants, before attending.
Reasons to take this course
Upon completion of this course, you'll be able to:
- Explain what Foundation Directory is
- Identify your needs in preparation for searching for potential grantmakers in Foundation Directory
- Research potential grantmakers using a project-based search in Foundation Directory
- Evaluate prospects for strong or weak fit using Foundation Directory
- Identify the options for accessing Foundation Directory
- Access resources for getting help with Foundation Directory
Instructions for Zoom
- Register for a live session by selecting the “register button” above
- Expect an email from Zoom (From training@candid.org) with a calendar invite and a link to join the session
- An automatic reminder email will be sent 1 day prior to the start of the course
- If you have any questions, please contact training@candid.org
Additional resources
- Slides: https://trainings.candid.org/IFD_slides
- Summary handout: https://trainings.candid.org/IFD_handout
- Foundation Directory worksheet: https://trainings.candid.org/FD_worksheet