Library Research: Business and Nonprofit Resources: Nonprofit Organizations

Resources for Nonprofit Organizations

Candid Learning (formerly Grantspace)
Provides easy-to-use, self-service tools and resources to help nonprofits become more viable grant applicants and build strong, sustainable organizations. Note: some features of this website may require free registration.
GuideStar
A complete source of information about U.S. charities and other nonprofit organizations with a database of more than 1.8 million IRS-recognized organizations. It may be used to benchmark your own nonprofit's performance or research the sector. Note: some features of this website may require paid subscription.
IRS.gov
Tax information for charities and other nonprofits.
National Council of Nonprofits
The nation’s largest network of nonprofits. With State Associations and 25,000-plus members, it serves as a central coordinator to help nonprofits increase their collective impact in local communities.
- How to Start a Nonprofit.
- Tools and Resources for Nonprofits.

Online Resources for Nonprofits

Foundation Directory Online Professional (Available at GRTC)
A searchable database of private, corporate and government grant makers. Contains data on foundation’s application process, recently awarded grants, the number and dollar amount of grants made each year, geographic focus, specified areas of interest, contact information, and more. The library provides on-site only access to the FDO Professional at three grant centers located at Reston, Sherwood and Tysons-Pimmit Regional Libraries.
MasterFILE Complete
A comprehensive collection of popular full-text magazines and journals, reference books, documents and videos,covering almost every interest and subject, including business and nonprofit sector.

Foundations and Grants

Candid (Formerly Foundation Center)
Information for individuals and nonprofits, including resources for beginning grant seekers and a Knowledge Base of frequently asked questions.
FCPL Grants Research and Training Centers (GRTC)
Free access to Candid databases on grantmakers and grant opportunities for organizations and individuals. Service is currently provided at three library branches: Reston Regional Library; Sherwood Regional Library; and Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library. GRTC is supported by Candid, the Fairfax County Department of Economic Initiatives and Fairfax County Public Library.
Grants.gov
All federal agencies are required to post grant opportunities online. Grants.gov enables you to find and apply for federal grants.
SAM.gov — Assistance Listings (Formerly Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance)
Public descriptions of federal programs that provide grants, loans, scholarships, insurance and other types of assistance awards. You may browse assistance listings across all government agencies to learn about potential funding sources.

Have questions, need help with grants research? Ask at any of the three library branches that are designated as Grants Research & Training Centers: Reston Regional Library, Sherwood Regional Library in Alexandria and Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library in Falls Church.