Introduction to Foundation Directory Online Essential

Looking for grants for your nonprofit?

Come learn from the Forefront Library Team how to use Foundation Directory Online (FDO) Essential, a prospect research tool for fundraisers, with over 235,000+ grantmaker profiles. You will learn how to search for grantmakers who have funded organizations working on causes and with communities similar to those you serve.

NOTE: This class is for nonprofit organizations looking for funding. It is not geared to individuals seeking grants.

Outcomes:

Upon completion of this course you should be able to:

• Explain what FDO Essential is and how it differs from FDO Professional
• Identify your needs in preparation for searching for potential grantmakers in FDO Essential
• Research potential grantmakers using a project-based search in FDO Essential
• Evaluate prospects for strong or weak fit using FDO
• Identify the options for accessing FDO Essential
• Access resources for getting help with FDO Essential