Databases

Candid, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, is the leading source of information about philanthropy worldwide. Through data, analysis, and training, it connects people who want to change the world to the resources they need to succeed. Candid maintains the most comprehensive database on U.S. and, increasingly, global grantmakers and their grants - a robust, accessible knowledge bank for the sector. It also operates research, education, and training programs designed to advance knowledge of philanthropy at every level.

Candid Learning offers information and resources that are specifically designed to meet the needs of nonprofits worldwide in need of know-how for securing funding and operating effective organizations. You can register for webinars on perfecting your proposal, find self-paced e-learning on cultivating relationships with individual donors, and chat in real time with Candid’s reference staff.

Philanthropy News Digest (PND) contains current RFPs (requests for proposals). Each RFP listing provides a brief overview of a current funding opportunity offered by a foundation or other grantmaking organization. Interested applicants should read the full RFP at the grantmaker's website or contact the grantmaker directly for complete program guidelines and eligibility requirements before submitting a proposal.

The Governor's Grant Office provides resources, training, research, and guidance to state agencies, local governments, nonprofit organizations, businesses, and academia on all aspects of federal grants and federal funds.

The Community Foundation of Harford County CFHC's grants are funded through generous donors who have provided unrestricted gifts and/or established unrestricted or interest specific funds. These funds are designed to meet the changing and emerging needs of the Harford County community.

Through its grant making, the Community Foundation of Harford County strives to improve the quality of life for the residents of Harford County.