Grantmaking Basics

Reference, Research, & Tools For Grantmakers

• United States International Grantmaking (USIG)
• Community Foundation Marketplace 
• GrantCraft 
• Principles and Practices for Effective Grantmaking 
• Philanthropic Capacity Building Resource (PCBR)
• Guide to Grants 
• Literature of the Nonprofit Sector  
• Philanthropy Resources Online 
• Philanthropic Studies Index 
• Tools for the Trade: Core Resources for Grantmakers [pdf]  

In Times Of Need

• Disaster Grantmaking: A Practical Guide for Foundations and Corporations [pdf]
• USIG Disaster Grantmaking Resources

Finding Grantors & Grantees

• Community Foundation Locator 
• Foundation Finder (Foundation Center)  
• 990 PF Search (Foundation Center)