Candid (Foundation Directory)
FreemiumVerifiedCandid (formerly Foundation Center + GuideStar) is the most comprehensive source for grant research. Foundation Directory Online indexes 140,000+ U.S. foundations, their giving priorities, and past grants. The full database is free to access at 1,200+ public libraries and Candid Community partner locations.
Candid (Foundation Directory) for Nonprofits
Candid (Foundation Directory) offers a free plan that nonprofits can use at no cost. Renamed from Foundation Directory to Candid search. Free tier gives limited results; free onsite access at Funding Information Network partners. Paid plans run $1,199-$1,699/year. The "1,200+ libraries" figure is not one Candid publishes.
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Candid (Foundation Directory) is available to anyone on the same terms. Being a nonprofit does not get you a better deal here, and there is no verification step — you can just start using it.
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Renamed from Foundation Directory to Candid search. Free tier gives limited results; free onsite access at Funding Information Network partners. Paid plans run $1,199-$1,699/year. The "1,200+ libraries" figure is not one Candid publishes.
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