UMass Amherst
Finding foundations
Browse and search listings of private and corporate foundation sources.
What are foundations looking for?
Common attributes of "fundable" projects and questions to keep in mind.
Getting started with grant seeking
Preparing background information.
Basic components of a proposal
How to structure your proposal and what to include.
Approvals and budgeting
Advice on getting approval for your project and assessing real costs.
Guidelines for a Letter of Inquiry
How to develop this brief summary based on your proposal.