Congressman Barrow's Grants Assistance Internet Newsletter

Congressman Barrow's G.A.I.N. (Grants Assistance Internet Newsletter) is a great resource for folks to see what funding exists through Federal government and non-governmental organizations' grants programs.  Be sure to sign up for Congressman Barrow's Grants Assistance Internet Newsletter, so you can always stay on top of the latest grant opportunities.

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #39 November 2012

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Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #35 June 2012, Part 1

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #35 June 2012, Part 2

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Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #33 April 2012 Part 1

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #33 April 2012 Part 2

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #32 - March 2012 Part 1

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #32 - March 2012 Part 2

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #31 - February 2012 Part 1

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #31 - February 2012 Part 2 

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #30 - January 2012

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #29 - December 2011

Grants Assistance Information November #28 - November 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #27 - October 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #26 - September 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #25 - August 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #24 - July 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #23 - June 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #22 - May 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #21 - April 2011 Mid-Month UPDATE

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #20 - April 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #19 - March 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #18 - February 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #17 - January 2011

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #16 - November-December_2010

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #15 - October 2010

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #14 - September 2010

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #13 - August 2010

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #12 - July 2010

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #11 - June 2010

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Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #8 - Late March 2010

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #7 - March 2010

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #6 - January 2010

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #5 - Holiday Edition

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #4 - December 2009

Grants Assistance Information Newsletter #3 - September 2009

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Grants Resource Center

Each year billions of dollars are distributed in federal grant and loan money to institutions and organizations throughout the country. The 12th District's universities, colleges, non-profit organizations, small businesses, and local governments are well-qualified to compete for these funds.  This page is designed to provide information and resources to Georgia institutions and organizations seeking federal funds.

Step 1: Register
The first step in the grant application process is to register at http://www.grants.gov/.  The registration process is simple and will allow you to take the next steps to receive funding.

Step 2: Research Opportunities
After you are registered, the next step is to gather information about grants you may qualify for.  Federal funding, as well as private or corporate foundation funds are available.  If you are seeking a grant for a local project, local community foundations may also have money available.  There are many helpful links provided in the Resources for Finding Grants section below.

Step 3: Get More Information
Once you have identified some possible sources of funding, I encourage you to contact the programs and foundations for more information. Be sure to note things like application guidelines and deadlines.

Step 4: Apply
Once you are ready to apply, I invite you to take a moment to review the How to Write Grant Proposals section below to prepare yourself for the writing process.  A well-written proposal is an important part of gaining funding for your project.

Resources for Finding Grants

Federal Resources

Current Federal Grants Postings (grants.gov)
Check current federal grant postings and apply online.

Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (cfda.gov)
Describes over 1500 federal grants. Grant seekers can identify programs that might support their projects.

USA.gov
Grant information for businesses, non-profits, and local government.  Also provides an A-Z index of U.S. Departments and Agencies.

Federal Funds Express
A resource page compiled for Congressional offices with information on a wide variety of public and private funding sources.

Small Business Administration
Independent federal agency dedicated to assisting and protecting small businesses.

Patriot Express Pilot Loan Initiative 
A Small Business Administration initiative for veterans and members of the military community wanting to establish or expand small businesses.

Community Oriented Policing Grants 
COPS provides grants to tribal, state and local law enforcement agencies for the hiring of officers, upgrading of technology, and implementation of programs to reduce crime - including methamphetamine use.

Private Resources

Foundation Center
Provides information about more than 70,000 private and community foundations.

Grantsmanship Center
Click on state map to find links to information about foundations, community foundations, and corporate giving programs in Georgia.

How to Write Grant Proposals

For a step-by-step online guide to writing grant proposals, visit the CFDA's Developing and Writing Grant Proposals. Or you can take the Foundation Center Proposal Writing Short Course.