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Discover what funders are looking for in nonprofits seeking grants and how to find potential funders in this introductory course. Register to receive a Zoom link.
You will learn the 10 most important things you need to know about finding grants, including:
Who funds nonprofits and what are their motivations.
What do funders really want to know about the organizations they are interested in funding.
How do you identify potential funders and make the first approach?
Note: This orientation is not intended for individuals seeking grants for their own use.
This program will be presented on Zoom. You will receive an e-mail with the participation link one day before the program. If you cannot attend or do not have an e-mail address, please contact the Business & Government Division by phone at 330.643.9020 or by e-mail at bgsdiv@akronlibrary.org.
This class is hosted in partnership with the Akron-Summit County Public Library, a Funding Information Network Partner, and in collaboration with the Akron Community Foundation.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Virtual Program | Business & Personal Finance |
TAGS: | nonprofit | grantseeking | grants | foundations |
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