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5 practical guides

Grant writing and funding guides

Find a useful starting point for your next funding decision. Explore eligibility and research methods, work through examples, and understand the choices behind AI-assisted grant writing.

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01 · Research

Research your funding options

Define the need, explore a funding mix, and check who can apply.

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How to find corporate sponsors for nonprofits

Find corporate sponsors with a worked nonprofit prospect shortlist, research decisions, and a sample outreach email. Download the free worksheet and example.

Nonprofit teams and fundraising consultants

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02 · Individual projects

Find support for your own work

Explore funding for artistic projects and independent research, with your applicant status and project needs in view.

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How to find grants for artists

Find grants for artists with a complete project brief, application statement, and $5,000 budget example. Download the editable worksheet and check applicant eligibility.

Artists and creative project seekers

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Finding funding for independent researchers

Research grants, fellowships, and project support as an independent researcher. Check applicant status and prepare a clear project and funding brief.

Independent researchers and project seekers

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Make informed choices about AI

Before drafting, check the rules that apply to your application and understand how your information is handled.

Guide

Can you use AI to write a grant proposal?

Check funder rules before using AI for a grant proposal. Understand NIH and NSF examples, disclosure, confidentiality, and the review you still need to do.

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Guide

How does GrantFlex handle your data?

Plain-language answers about workspace access, public research, private documents, AI permissions, retention, and optional analytics in GrantFlex.

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Use the guide, then check the source

Eligibility, deadlines, and application rules belong to the funder. Use the linked sources to check the current requirements before investing in a proposal. When you are ready to put the guidance into practice, pair it with an editable template.

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Put your next step into practice

One free introductory research run per eligible account previews up to three sourced opportunities. An active subscription unlocks all opportunities and new reports.