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Introduction to Foundation Directory

Presented by Candid

2023-11-09 14:00:00 2023-11-09 15:25:00 America/New_York Introduction to Foundation Directory Foundation Directory is a research tool for fundraisers and nonprofits. The Alexandria Library offers free access to this key database (in-library use only.)     Virtual -

Thursday, November 09
2:00pm - 3:25pm

Add to Calendar 2023-11-09 14:00:00 2023-11-09 15:25:00 America/New_York Introduction to Foundation Directory Foundation Directory is a research tool for fundraisers and nonprofits. The Alexandria Library offers free access to this key database (in-library use only.)     Virtual -

Foundation Directory is a research tool for fundraisers and nonprofits. The Alexandria Library offers free access to this key database (in-library use only.)    

Looking for grants for your nonprofit?

Come learn how to use Foundation Directory, the most comprehensive prospect research tool for fundraisers, with over 239,000+ grantmaker profiles. You will learn how to search for grantmakers who have funded organizations working on causes and with communities similar to those you serve. 
NOTE: This class is for nonprofit organizations looking for funding. It is not geared to individuals seeking grants. We recommend you take our free one-hour course, Introduction to Finding Grants, before attending. 

Upon completion of this course you should be able to: 

Explain what Foundation Directory is 
Identify your needs in preparation for searching for potential grantmakers in Foundation Directory 
Research potential grantmakers using a project-based search in Foundation Directory 
Evaluate prospects for strong or weak fit using Foundation Directory 
Identify the options for accessing Foundation Directory 
Access resources for getting help with Foundation Directory 

This class is brought to you in partnership with Candid, a nonprofit that helps other nonprofits serve their communities.  Please email Athena Williams at awilliams@alexlibraryva.org with any questions.
 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Event |

TAGS: | Nonprofits | Grants | Fundraising | Candid |

Virtual


Hours
We're closed Monday September 01 due to Labor Day
Mon, Sep 01 Closed
(Labor Day)
Tue, Sep 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 05 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM

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