Website Survey NYRAG Memo Ad: April 2008

Grantseekers

NYRAG is a membership association of more than 280 grantmaking organizations. We serve our members through professional education programs, networking opportunities, and collaborative funding initiatives.

Although NYRAG was formed to serve grantmaking organizations, we provide additional resources and services to grantseekers as part of our commitment to strengthening the nonprofit sector. However, please note that NYRAG does not make grants. 

To research funding opportunities, and obtain fundraising or organizational assistance for your nonprofit, explore the resources and recommended sites below. 

In This Area

  • NY/NJ Area Common Application
    Common grant application form developed to facilitate the application process for grantmakers and grantseekers. Includes sample cover sheet, suggested application format, and list of funders who accept the common application.
  • NY/NJ Area Common Report
    Common grant report form developed to facilitate the reporting process for grantmakers and grantseekers. Includes sample cover sheet, report guidelines, and list of funders who accept the common report.

Resources

  • Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance
    The Alliance conducts charity evaluation based on their Standards for Charity Accountability to help donors make informed giving decisions and advance high standards of conduct among organizations that solicit contributions from the public.
  • The Foundation Center
    The Foundation Center provides resources to nonprofits and grantmakers, maintains a comprehensive database on U.S. grantmakers and their grants, and operates research, education, and training programs designed to advance philanthropy.
  • Grants.gov
    Grants.gov is a central storehouse to find and apply for federal grants. Information is compiled from over 1,000 federal grant programs.
  • GuideStar
    GuideStar’s mission is to promote philanthropy and nonprofit practice by providing information that advances transparency and encourages charitable giving. GuideStar provides an online database of all IRS-registered charities.
  • Network for Good
    Network for Good brings together donors, volunteers, and charities online to accomplish good. Nonprofits can access tools for fundraising, volunteer recruitment, and donor communication.
  • Nonprofit Coordinating Committee of New York
    NPCC is a membership association of New York area nonprofits, uniting nonprofits from all subsectors and providing a collective voice for the sector.
  • Support Center for Nonprofit Management
    The Support Center offers consulting, transition management, and training services to nonprofit organizations to increase the effectiveness of the nonprofit sector.