It is important to find a good match between the project and the foundation s mission. Foundations usually have general guidelines for submitting proposals for grants. Availability of funds can be immediate or long term, depending on the foundation s policy. Amounts vary according to stated needs. Corporation funding is usually available in a certain area of education and related to their business.
Corporations can consider grants as donations.
Foundation Resources 1. Every large city has a foundations center Many school districts or departments offer grants. Some local or national merchants and religious institutions offer grants. Foundation Grant Index - tells who gave what grants and the geographic areas receiving them. National Data Book Source Book Profiles National Directory of Corporate Giving Foundation Directory 3.