Grant Sources

Georgetown faculty and staff can use the databases and services below to find open opportunities (e.g. grant RFPs) and potential institutional funders (e.g. corporations and foundations) that can support research and/or programs. As you look for funders and opportunities, the OIP team can help you identify the strongest matches and develop effective strategies that maximize your chances of success.

See our Trainings page to learn more about how you can use these tools for effective grant-seeking.

If you have identified an funding opportunity for which you’d like to apply, please fill out the OIP Intake Form to receive application support.

  • Foundation Directory Online

    Foundation Directory Online (FDO) provides comprehensive information on U.S. grantmakers and their funding activities. Full access to FDO is provided to Georgetown users through the University’s Lauinger Library website.

  • Instrumentl

    Georgetown uses Instrumentl to provide an all-in-one hub for faculty and research administrators to discover tailored funding opportunities, track deadlines, and streamline pre-award workflows. By integrating smart matching technology with robust project management tools, the platform enables our research community to move efficiently from initial discovery to successful submission. Fill out this form to receive access to the Instrumentl license. See JORA’s website for additional resources on how to best utilize Instrumentl.

  • Chronicle of Philanthropy

    The Chronicle of Philanthropy publishes philanthropy-related articles and features that provide insight into the funding landscape. You can sign up for their monthly newsletter to receive insights directly to their email. To access the Chronicle of Philanthropy, you can create a free account using Georgetown email address or search for their articles through the Library (scroll down to Nonprofit Journals).

     

  • Candid Search

    Candid Search, formerly known as Guidestar, provides information about IRS-registered nonprofit organizations and includes documents like the Form 990, which provides information on giving for the proscribed year (to whom and what amount). In order to view information and documents, users must create a free account.