Philanthropy Front and Center-Cleveland

September 5 - September 9 at the Foundation Center

Wednesday, September 7
Grantseeking Basics, 6:00 - 7:30pm
Learn how to become a better grantseeker! In this special evening class we will cover grantseeking preparation, the world of grantmakers, the grantseeking process, and the Foundation Center's tools and resources.

Thursday, September 8
Finding Foundation Support for Your Education, 10:00 - 11:30am
in Canton, OH
Come to our Cooperating Collection at the Stark County District Library and learn the basics of scholarship-seeking; this class offers a full introduction to our database, Foundation Grants to Individuals Online.

Hours:
Monday:  Closed for Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday:  9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday:  12:00 - 8:00pm Extended hours!
Thursday:  9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday:  12:00 - 4:30pm

Introducing the Map of Nonprofit Startup Resources by State

Have an idea for a nonprofit, but not sure where to begin? We've collected the best resources from organizations across the country and listed them in one place to help you start off your nonprofit on the right path. Our new Map of Nonprofit Startup Resources by State provides links to helpful resources such as state associations, legal support organizations, and government agencies that provide information on forming a nonprofit in all fifty states and U.S. territories. Find out where to go to incorporate, where to register before raising funds, and which organizations offer management or technical assistance for nonprofits in your area.

View the map to find resources for your state>>

Don't forget about our other resources on starting a nonprofit, including:

Establishing a Nonprofit Organization
This free tutorial will help you learn how to establish a nonprofit organization, task by task.

Webinar Series for Nonprofit Startup Organizations
Recordings of our special five-part webinar series on the legal, financial, and management issues of starting a nonprofit.

Before You Seek a Grant: A Checklist for New Nonprofits
Offered as in-person training or an online webinar, this free class teaches the characteristics of effective nonprofits and will help you assess whether your organization is ready for foundation fundraising.

Does your organization provide services for new or startup nonprofit organizations? Contact us to be considered for inclusion in our listing. Listings are limited to nonprofit organizations, government agencies, or organizations that provide substantial resources free of charge.

Katie Artzner & Stephen Sherman, The Foundation Center