Find the Right Funders - Where’s the Money? - BE STRATEGIC

But to build a grant funding program that will be most productive over time, it’s best to explore the entire universe of grantmakers to find those that are the best fit for your organization. [...] Establishing a relationship with a foundation prior to submitting a proposal is a basic strategy that is worth the time and effort. [...] Some general © Copyright 2013-2019 The Grantsmanship Center 3 of 5 information is available for free on the website, but to conduct structured research, you’ll have to use one of the paid subscription services. [...] STRUCTURING A SEARCH FOR PRIVATE GRANTMAKERS Use the available research tools to search for private grant makers that align with the mission and priorities of your organization, and that fund in the geographic region you serve. [...] Do you see grantmaking trends? Can you find connections with foundation officers or staff members? The more you know about a foundation, the better prepared you are to talk to its staff and board members and, ultimately, to submit a proposal.