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How to find free things: nonprofit students edition 

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And for more practical application, Candid provides sample templates for documents you will eventually write as an industry professional. Foundation Directory . While it requires a paid subscription, many schools provide free access to Foundation Directory. Philanthropy News Digest . Grants to Individuals .

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Unlocking change: Free access to Candid’s nonprofit resources

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Foundation Directory : Nonprofits with annual revenue or expenses under $1 million that earn Candid’s Gold Seal of Transparency are eligible for free access to our prospect research tool through the Gold for Gold program. Free fundraising resources Finding your most likely funders can be challenging, especially when only ~10% of U.S.

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Autism After 21 Utah Project: Lessons from a first-time fundraiser

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Foundation Directory and Foundation Maps quickly became two of my favorite tools, teaching me about researching funders, finding specific grant opportunities, and making connections in the fundraising and grantmaking landscape of my state. Now you can find me at the library frequently, combing through Candid’s resources.

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Candid community: Expanding equitable access to nonprofit resources 

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We now offer complimentary access to Candid services and tools, including GuideStar and Foundation Directory , at 1,250 Candid community locations. At Candid community locations, individuals can access a directory of area nonprofits that provide essential support—such as food pantries or shelters—or look for scholarship opportunities.

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Removing cost as a barrier to nonprofit training 

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The above Candid trainings are only a sampling of the many learning experiences we offer; we are constantly adding to our course calendar to provide new and valuable opportunities.

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Pop the champagne: This year Candid’s grants data set turns 21!

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This data powers tools like Candid’s Foundation Directory , allowing users to see who’s giving what, where, and to whom. 2002-2012 – Childhood During the first 10 years, Candid staff primarily focused on collecting grants of $10,000 or more awarded by a sample of the largest U.S. private and community foundations.

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How to write a winning grant proposal

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Do your research to understand who you are approaching and what their priorities are by exploring the information on their website, the types of nonprofits and issue areas they fund using Foundation Directory , and the like. Always follow the funder’s guidelines and keep your language clear and concise.

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