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Where can I find information about government grants?

https://learning.candid.org/resources/knowledge-base/government-grants/

Most government grants go to eligible nonprofit organizations, not to individuals. If you are an individual grantseeker, please click here. Generally, U.S. government funders prefer projects that serve as prototypes or...

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Where can I find information on corporate giving? What motivates companies?

https://learning.candid.org/resources/knowledge-base/corporate-giving/

When it comes to philanthropy, corporations give in various ways, including cash donations or grants, in-kind gifts, sponsorships, cause-related marketing, and pro bono services. Companies also like to promote workplace giving through employee matching gifts programs...

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What is a program-related investment?

https://learning.candid.org/resources/knowledge-base/pris/

Program related investments (PRIs) are like grants in that foundations use them to give money for charitable activities. But there is a BIG difference. When foundations give PRIs, they expect...

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How do I find funding for my research?

https://learning.candid.org/resources/knowledge-base/researchers/

Because most private foundations make grants only to nonprofit organizations, individuals seeking grants must follow a different funding path than public charities. You need to be both creative and flexible...