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Free Money, the ads shout. They continue to assert that there are millions of free government grants available just for the asking. Hold on, don’t waste your money on these promotions. The information is both misleading and you can find the information you need for free.
First, the misleading part. Every day the government announces new grant programs. A grant differs from a loan in that th money does not have to be paid back. But there is an enormous amount of paperwork involved in applying for the money, spending the money if you are selected as a grantee and final accounting for the funds. Often government funding does not require non-profit status.
Once you start searching for funding you will notice that many of the grant applications are for very specific bequests. Funding for first year neurosurgeons for example. Others need not bother to apply. What many of the books and informational products sold have done is copy the federal registry word for word and print it to sell you.
The information is free on www.grants.gov . Put in a search for the kinds of project you have in mind and the results will come to you. Applying can also be accomplished on line. You may find that hiring a grant coach can speed your search, save you time and help you in writing a winning proposal.
If you are looking for state funding then go to the appropriate state department website and look for a link for grants or funding. Contact your state to see if there are mailing lists where you can receive the information as it is announced.
Not looking for a grant but in need of funding for your businesses then check the availability of Angel Investors in your state or field. Or contact the Small Business Administration for loan opportunities.
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This article may be used on your blog or newsletter by copying the following information in it’s entirety: Keri Silk, MS is an author, grant writer and coach. She has worked with grants for over twenty years and established Funding Success in 2000. Contact Keri at kerisilk@fundingsuccess.us or call 866-279-8666.
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