Grants
The Virginia Beach Public Library is dedicated to supporting the local community through its grants & nonprofit research and information services.
Candid Databases and Resources
Candid is a nonprofit that helps other nonprofits serve their communities. VBPL offers Candid's key tools, including GuideStar and Foundation Directory. Nonprofits seeking funding can also access Foundation Directory to find and connect with funders.
Foundation Directory
Foundation Directory (AVAILABLE IN LIBRARY ONLY) – Nonprofits can use this database to search for grant makers who are most likely to provide funding support. Individuals can access this resource when seeking scholarships, fellowships and funding for artistic endeavors.
GuideStar
GuideStar (AVAILABLE IN LIBRARY ONLY) – GuideStar provides access to information from over 2 million nonprofits that help community members find local nonprofits where they can donate, work or volunteer, and connect those in need to resources they rely on like food banks or shelters.
Candid Learning
Candid Learning – Learn from experts about nonprofit topics that include fundraising, proposal writing, social media marketing, and more with Candid's on-demand learning.
IssueLab
IssueLab – This website collects and shares knowledge from the social sector to help them do their jobs better and to deepen the impact of their efforts. Research and reports are available on over 30 Issue Areas. Additionally, curated Special Collections allow for deep dives into an issue, a current event or a strategy.
Philanthropy News Digest
Philanthropy News Digest – This website contains a digest of philanthropy-related articles and features culled from print and electronic media outlets nationwide. It includes a list of recent, searchable and subject-sorted "Requests for Proposals" by large national funders. Register for free to receive daily alerts for news, jobs, and RFPs of interest to you, subscribe to newsletters, or submit a job posting.
Other Library Resources
GrantSelect
Search for current grants and other funding awards from a variety of organizations.
Print Books
Search our catalog for books available on the following topics:
- Starting a nonprofit
- Operating and managing a nonprofit
- Grant/proposal writing
- Fundraising
- Marketing
- Nonprofit boards
- Scholarships
- College essays
Periodicals (available at the Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library)
- The Chronicle of Philanthropy
Additional information may be found in the resource guides below:
- Nonprofit and grants resources
- Scholarships and grants for education
The library periodically offers classes on grant-seeking for individuals and nonprofits.
Note:
VBPL is not a funding agency and Library staff can point you to helpful resources but cannot research for you, make referrals to specific grant makers, or review your proposals.