Grant Connect is a Canadian funding research tool designed for nonprofits, charities, and community organizations seeking reliable information on grant opportunities. It offers detailed profiles of funders, giving histories, financial summaries, and program priorities, helping users plan stronger fundraising strategies. Explore thousands of current grant opportunities across major sectors and refine your searches by gift size, deadlines, or type of support. This resource supports anyone working in the nonprofit sector or considering starting a charitable organization.
Quick-Start Guide
- Go to the ORL website and open Online Resources.
- Select Grant Connect.
- Sign in with your library card if prompted.
- Use the search bar to look for grant opportunities by sector, region, or type of funding.
- Apply filters to narrow results by gift size, deadlines, or funder type.
- Open funder profiles to view application preferences, key contacts, and giving history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does Grant Connect offer?
A: Grant Connect provides detailed information on funders, including Canadian foundations, corporate giving programs, government grants, American foundations, and other funding sources.
Q: Who is Grant Connect for?
A: The platform is designed for nonprofit professionals, fundraisers, volunteers, community groups, and anyone planning to launch a charitable initiative.
Q: How can Grant Connect help with fundraising?
A: It supports prospecting by helping users identify suitable funders, understand giving trends, and plan targeted funding requests.
Q: Can I see a funder’s giving history?
A: Yes. Many profiles include historical donation records, financial summaries, and past recipients to help guide your strategy.
Q: Does Grant Connect include filters for specific needs?
A: Yes. You can filter results by deadline, geographic region, type of support, gift size, and more.
Q: Do I need experience in fundraising to use Grant Connect?
A: No. The interface and funder profiles are designed to support both experienced fundraisers and beginners.