Foundation Directory Online (FDO)
Find grants to fund nonprofits.
Overview
Foundation Directory Online (FDO), a service of Candid, is one of the most extensive and comprehensive research tools for finding grants. It provides detailed information on over 240,000 foundations, corporate giving programs, and public charities, along with their grants. FDO is designed to help nonprofits find funders most likely to support their cause by providing deep insights into grantmaker profiles and past funding trends.
✨ Key Features
- Database of over 240,000 grantmakers
- Over 27 million historical grants
- Detailed grantmaker profiles with 990s
- Recipient profiles to see who else is being funded
- Visual mapping and charting tools
- Federal grant search
🎯 Key Differentiators
- The largest and most comprehensive database of foundations and grants.
- Direct access to searchable 990s and detailed funder profiles.
- Backed by Candid, a highly reputable organization in the nonprofit sector.
Unique Value: Provides the most comprehensive and in-depth data on grantmakers and their past giving, enabling nonprofits to make highly strategic funding requests.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Finding detailed information on grantmakers and their funding history to strategically target applications.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations needing an all-in-one grant management and tracking workflow.
- Users looking for a free research tool (though free access is available at partner locations).
🏆 Alternatives
While alternatives may offer workflow management, FDO provides unparalleled depth in its data, which is critical for serious, research-based fundraising.
💻 Platforms
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Professional tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 7-day free trial
Free tier: Free access is available at Funding Information Network locations.
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