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What best describes your organization?

Grant FunderFoundation, corporate, government Grant SeekerNonprofit, agency, school, tribe BothFunds and seeks grants

Organization category *What your organization is or does (e.g. Public Charity, Hospital, Corporation, Local Government). This is descriptive - your tax/legal status is a separate question below. Bronze

Tax / legal status *Your IRS/legal tax classification. Asked separately because the category alone does not determine it - e.g. a church may be a 501(c)(3) or exempt under 508(c)(1)(A). (Required on the claim form; enforced server-side for existing-org claims.) Bronze

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Bronze

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Fields marked with * are required to earn your Bronze badge. Form 990 upload is optional — we auto-use what's on file.

EINYour organization's IRS Employer Identification Number (EIN), from public IRS records. It identifies which organization this profile belongs to. Bronze

From IRS records — this identifies your organization.

Organization location

Country / State *The country and US state where your organization is legally registered or headquartered. This is separate from your Geographic Focus (where you operate, which can include other countries). Bronze

Street address *Your organization's street address as it appears in the GrantWatch directory (from IRS records). Corrections take effect once our team approves your claim. Bronze

Updates your organization's directory record when your claim is approved.

City * Bronze

ZIP / Postal code * Bronze

Representative's name * Bronze

Title / role * Bronze

Work email * Bronze

Phone * Bronze

Your relationship to the organization * Bronze

Logo *Your organization’s logo. It appears at the top of your public GrantWatch profile. A square or transparent-background image works best. Bronze

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Mission *A short statement of your organization’s purpose — why you exist and what you aim to achieve. Bronze

Website * Bronze

Geographic Focus *Where does your organization provide programs, services, or funding? Bronze

Existing Form 990 / 990-PF - or upload newer filingsYour IRS Form 990 e-file in XML format (990-PF for private foundations). If you don't have the XML, you can upload another recent public financial document (annual report, audited financial statements, etc.) as PDF/Word/Excel. Multiple files allowed. Bronze

IRS 990 XML preferred (auto-parsed). PDF, Word, or Excel also accepted for other public financial documents - up to 15 MB each. You can upload more than one. Optional.

Years we have on file

We have Form 990 data for 3 tax years

2020 2019 2017

If you have a filing from a year not listed above, upload it as XML.

If your organization is new then upload your IRS determination letter - confirming your tax-exempt status.

IRS determination / benefit letter (optional)

If you have your IRS determination (benefit) letter, add its date and upload a copy. This helps our team verify your tax-exempt status. It appears on your public profile only if our team chooses to show it.

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For Grant Funders

Funding priorities *The causes, issues, or program areas you prioritize when awarding grants (e.g. education, health, the arts). Bronze

For Grant Seekers

Programs or services *The main programs or services your organization provides to the people it serves. Bronze

Target Audience *Who does your organization primarily serve or support? Bronze

Silver

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Social media profilesYour organization’s social media profiles. Paste the full URL for each platform you use - leave the rest blank. Silver

For Grant Funders

Grant categories you fundThe GrantWatch categories your organization gives grants in. Select all that apply. Silver

Grant application processHow applicants request funding — the steps to apply, where to apply (portal, email, LOI), and any required materials. Silver

Typical grant sizeThe usual dollar range of the grants you award, so applicants know what to expect. Silver

Typical number of grants given in a cycleAbout how many grants you award in a typical funding cycle or year. Silver

Eligibility requirementsWho qualifies to apply — org types (e.g. 501(c)(3)), locations, focus areas, or any other requirements. Silver

DeadlinesYour application deadlines or funding cycle (e.g. rolling, quarterly, or a specific date). Silver

Geographic funding areasThe specific places where grant funds may be used — this can be more detailed than your overall geographic focus. Silver

Silver

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For Grant Seekers

Grant categories you're seekingThe GrantWatch categories your organization is seeking grant funding in. Select all that apply. Silver

Detailed programsIn-depth descriptions of your key programs — what they do, who they help, and how they operate. Silver

Current projectsActive initiatives or projects your organization is working on right now. Silver

Funding needsThe funding you’re currently seeking and what it would support (e.g. operating costs, a specific program). Silver

Organization goalsWhat your organization is working toward — short- and long-term objectives. Silver

LeadershipYour key leaders — executive team, program contacts, or department heads (names and roles). Silver

Gold

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Annual Report, audit, or financial statementYour most recent annual report, audited financials, or a financial statement — a document summarizing the year’s activities, impact, and finances. Gold

PDF or Word — up to 15 MB.

For Grant Funders

Recent grants awardedNotable grants you’ve awarded recently — recipient, purpose, and amount help applicants gauge fit. Gold

Funding historyA summary of your grantmaking over time — giving trends, total awarded, or areas you’ve historically supported. Gold

Application tipsAdvice that helps applicants submit stronger proposals (common mistakes, what you look for). Gold

Additional grant guidelinesAny further guidelines, rules, or requirements applicants should know beyond the basics. Gold

Program officer contactsNames and emails of program officers or staff that applicants can contact with questions. Gold

For Grant Seekers

Grants receivedUpload proof of at least one grant received to identify your organization as a grant recipient. Gold

Major fundersYour most significant funders or supporters. Gold

Success storiesReal examples of the difference your work has made — a beneficiary story or a program result. Gold

Strategic prioritiesThe focus areas guiding your organization’s strategy going forward. Gold

Partnerships & CollaborationsKey partners or collaborators you work with to deliver your programs. Gold

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Downloadable documentsPublic documents visitors can download. Funders: grant guidelines, budget templates, or applications. Nonprofits: brochures or print material about your organization. Platinum

Up to 6 files, 15 MB each.

For Grant Funders

Restrictions / what you do not fundRequests, activities, or organization types you do NOT fund. This saves applicants from applying when they are not a fit. Platinum

Your grant review processHow applications are evaluated - who reviews them, the criteria used, and the steps from submission to decision. Platinum

Funding detailsDetails about the funding itself - is multi-year funding available, are matching funds required, and any other terms. Platinum

Reporting requirementsWhat grantees must report after an award - interim reports, final reports, site visits, and deadlines. Platinum

Do you accept unsolicited proposals?Whether applicants can submit a proposal without an invitation, and any conditions. Platinum

Do you fund indirect costs? What percentage?Whether your grants cover indirect or overhead costs, and if so, up to what percentage. Platinum

How long is your review process?The typical time from application to a funding decision (e.g. 6 to 8 weeks). Platinum

Can applicants reapply after denial?Whether a declined applicant may reapply, and any waiting period or conditions. Platinum

Do you provide feedback on declined applications?Whether you offer feedback to applicants who were not funded. Platinum

What should applicants know before contacting you?Anything applicants should read or prepare before reaching out to your team. Platinum

For Grant Seekers

Internal checks & balances to prevent fraudThe financial controls, oversight, and safeguards your organization has in place to prevent fraud. Platinum

Sustainability, dissemination & replicabilityHow your programs are designed to continue over time, share what they learn, and be adopted or replicated by others. Platinum

Outcomes and impactThe measurable results of your work - numbers served, outcomes achieved, and the change you create. Platinum

Organization achievementsAwards, milestones, certifications, or recognitions your organization has earned. Platinum

How can volunteers get involved?Volunteer opportunities and how someone can start helping. Platinum

How can donors support your mission?Ways donors can support your work - giving options, in-kind gifts, or recurring support. Platinum

Do you accept partnerships?Whether you welcome partnerships or collaborations, and the kinds you are looking for. Platinum

Are you seeking board members?Whether you have open board or advisory seats and what you look for. Platinum

Organizational capacityYour capacity to deliver - the staff, systems, and resources that let you carry out your programs. Platinum

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Additional Documents

Supporting files · optional

Use this to add any supporting documents that do not have their own field above - for example, a board or officer list, bylaws, or articles of incorporation. If our team requested documents, upload them here rather than emailing them. (Your logo, Form 990, and IRS determination letter each have their own fields above.)

PDF, image, Word, or Excel. Select multiple files if needed.

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