Grants Research: An Introduction to Data Resources and Grant Prospect Research

Successful grant research includes a review of various kinds of data like giving statistics, reports, and databases. But learning to identify, evaluate, and select data resources used in grants research can be a challenge. This course will provide participants with (a) an introduction to the process of information evaluation, (b) data resources commonly available in grant development, and (c) how to use the “Foundation Database Online Professional” database to identify and evaluate funding prospects.
Instructor Brad Smith is the Nonprofit Information Resource Manager for the St. Charles City-County Library District. He oversees the delivery of the Library District’s specialty services to the nonprofit community, and regularly provides consultation services and assistance to public, private, and nonprofit initiatives that are aimed toward enhancing community resources and services throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan Area.