The Westport Library Resource Guides: Fundraising and Grantwriting: Home

Candid Foundation Databases

The Westport Library has the distinction of being a Funding Information Network partner of the Candid's Foundation Center, the nation’s leading authority on organized philanthropy.

You can access the following databases in the library:

Foundation Directory Online Professional (for nonprofits) informs users of grants given by the largest 10,000 public and private foundations in America.
Foundation Grants to Individuals Online lists funding support to individuals.

If you need assistance, the staff at the Reference Desk is trained to provide support. E-mail at ref@westportlibrary.org

Tutorial on using the Foundation Center Database

GuideStar Access

Foundation Center / Candid Workshop

Checkout their website for a range of training courses, from how to use the Foundation Center database to tips on grant writing. Courses are available on-demand and live. Click here to learn more.

Foundation Center Tips and Tricks Presentation Slides

To checkout past Foundation Center workshops held at The Westport Library, Click here.

Link to Candid Learning - Checkout Candid YouTube Tutorials and Workshops

Foundation Center GrantSpace Resource Center

GrantSpace has a ebook library collection that you can explore and use. Click here to view their ebook collection. To borrow items, first complete the ID request form. You don't need to completely fill out the form. Just name, city/state is required to get a library number to use.