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Nonprofit & Social Impact Research

Research nonprofits, find grants, and analyze impact — essential for social enterprise coursework and careers in the impact sector.

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1Foundation Directory Online

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2GuideStar (Candid)

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3ImpactAlpha

Find grants and grantmakers

The definitive database of U.S. foundations and their giving patterns.

💡 Pro tip: Filter by geographic focus and giving amount to find realistic matches.

Database$500/yr value

Foundation Directory Online

Nonprofits & Foundations

Database of over 100,000 public and private foundations, corporate giving programs, and grantmaking public charities in the U.S. Comprehensive information on grantmakers and their grants. Includes Candid's Foundation Grants to Individuals Online.

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Analyze nonprofit financials

Access Form 990s to see revenue, expenses, and executive compensation.

💡 Pro tip: Compare program expense ratios across similar organizations.

Database$500/yr value

GuideStar (Candid)

Nonprofits & Foundations

Data on IRS-recognized nonprofit organizations in the U.S. Search by operating budgets, size, location, and NTEE classification. Includes financial trends analysis and downloadable Form 990s.

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Research impact investing trends

Track how capital flows into social and environmental solutions.

💡 Pro tip: Follow the 'Signals' section for emerging impact themes.

Database$500/yr value

ImpactAlpha

Nonprofits & Foundations

Digital media company redefining business journalism around social and environmental value. Includes ImpactAlpha's daily newsletter The Brief and ImpactSpace, an open database of impact ventures, funds, and deals.

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