What is GrantStation?
GrantStation offers online access to a comprehensive set of powerful grantseeking tools and resources, which makes it quick and easy for nonprofit organizations, local and state government agencies, and educational institutions to identify the appropriate grantmaker for any given program or project. The information on the GrantStation website is continually updated in order to provide the most current research available on all types of grantmakers, including federal agencies, private foundations, and corporate giving programs. GrantStation resources also include information on state agency grant programs and international funding sources. In addition to these comprehensive research tools, GrantStation provides step-by-step tutorials on how to develop an aggressive grantseeking program, write compelling grant requests, and manage grant awards.

Why should I join GrantStation?
Securing grant awards is an essential part of a healthy funding strategy for any organization or agency. Because there are thousands of grants made every year representing billions of grant awards, sorting through all of this information to find the right grantmaker can be a tricky and time-consuming task. Becoming a Member of GrantStation not only provides you with instant access to grantmaker profiles, but gives you the ability to identify those grantmakers most likely to fund your project or program quickly and efficiently. GrantStation provides all the tools and resources necessary to become a successful grantseeker – all in one place.

What does Membership include?
In the Find-a-Funder database, Members have access to over 6,000 foundations and corporate giving programs, religious grantmakers, and other organizations with grantmaking programs. With over 165 areas of interest, and more than 30 types of support to choose from, it's easy to do focused research in minutes. Each grantmaker is pre-screened to confirm that they are actively accepting proposals from nonprofit organizations and agencies. Each grantmaker profile is updated at least once per year, so the information is always relevant.

Members also have access to current federal program announcements. Updated twice each week, this section of the GrantStation website is word-searchable and very easy to use. GrantStation also provides hyperlinks to the state agency grant programs in all 50 states.

GrantStation's International Grants section provides word-searchable profiles on grantmakers based outside the U.S. (Many of these grantmakers give in the U.S. as well as in other countries.) The top 500 Canadian grantmakers are covered in the Canadian listings and additional grantmakers based in Canada and other countries are being added weekly. In addition, the new monthly International GrantStation Insider, available in collaboration with the USAID, is full of upcoming international conferences and trainings, industry news, and grant deadlines.

Grants Mentor provides Members with step-by-step tutorials on grantseeking, including how to build an aggressive grantseeking program, how to write a winning grant proposal, and an annual grantseeking calendar.

How do I join GrantStation?
To join GrantStation, click here.

How much does a Membership cost?
For information about pricing, check out our rates.

How quickly can I begin using GrantStation?
For single Membership orders, complete the online order form, pay by credit card, and the Membership will be activated immediately. Usernames and passwords will be emailed directly to new members. You may also select "Bill Me" to be invoiced. If you prefer to place an order by phone, or would like additional information, call GrantStation toll-free at 877.784.7268.

Can I purchase multiple Memberships for my organization?

Yes. Discounts are offered to organizations purchasing ten or more Memberships. Large organizations may qualify for the GrantStation Technical Assistance Program (GS-TAP) or MVP program. For more information, call toll-free at 877.784.7268 or email memberservices@grantstation.com. To learn more about GS-TAP or the MVP program, check out the GrantStation Case Studies.

What types of funders are included on GrantStation?
The majority of funders that make up the Find-a-Funder database are private foundations, corporate foundations, community foundations, and corporate contribution programs. A number of faith-based funders, association grant programs, and other grant programs are also included in the database.

In addition, federal grant deadlines are listed in another section of the GrantStation website, and hyperlinks are provided to state agency grantmaking programs in all 50 states. GrantStation also offers geographic and word searchable information on grantmakers in Canada and other regions throughout the world.

What information is included in funder profiles?

Funder profiles include:

Primary contact information
Current funding priorities, geographic scope, grant guidelines, and application deadlines
Hyperlinks to funders' emails and websites
Notes that provide "insider" information on selected funders

All funder profiles are updated on an annual basis and include a corresponding date-stamp. In addition, profiles are revised periodically throughout the year to reflect changes in application procedures and/or funding priorities.

View a sample Funder Profile.

What level of customer service can I expect from GrantStation?

Developing and maintaining a reputation for excellent customer service is one of GrantStation's hallmarks, and an ongoing mission. While some organizations have replaced frontline employees with technology or do-it-yourself service, GrantStation is committed to delivering outstanding, responsive person-to-person customer service in a timely manner.