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Foundations & Grants

The Alvin Sherman Library serves as a Funding Information Network Partner of Candid (formerly The Foundation Center) and provides a wide range of services to help those involved in preparing grants and soliciting funds from foundations.

Candid (formerly Foundation Center)

Nonprofit Startup Assessment

ASSESS YOUR READINESS to start a nonprofit, and access resources to build your skills and knowledge as a founder!
You should take this diagnostic if:

  • You are thinking about starting or have recently started a nonprofit
  • You have not previously navigated the processes of incorporation and applying for 501(c)(3) status
  • You are looking for funding to support a community project
  • You are hoping to gain employment by founding a nonprofit organization
  • You got your 501(c)(3) and need help to implement your program ideas and secure funding

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Training

Candid offers multiple classroom and online training courses to get you started with your grant search. 

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Research nonprofits and find funding