In addition, the Congressional Research Service has prepared a slide show that gives guidance and Internet resources on Federal and private grants. The Slide show "Grants Information for Constituents" provides an overview and tips, reviews key sources, and demonstrates the process of a typical grants request. 

Grants Information for Constituents

Key Federal Funding Sources:

Grants.gov
Federal grants Web site that allows organizations to electronically find and apply for current competitive grant opportunities from ALL Federal agencies. Grant seekers can check on notices of funding availability posted in the last 7 days; sign up to receive e-mail notification of future grant opportunities; and apply for Federal grants online through a unified process. For full Federal program descriptions.

Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (General Services Administration)
The Catalog (CFDA), issued annually and updated continuously on the Web, describes some 1500 Federal grants and non financial assistance programs. Grantseekers can identify programs that might support their projects and can learn the program's objectives, requirements, application procedures and contacts. For current notices of funding availability.