Grants Research and Training Center

Fairfax County, Virginia

CONTACT INFORMATION:

703-324-8685
TTY 711

wwwlib@fairfaxcounty.gov

12000 Government Center Parkway Suite 324
Fairfax, VA 22035

Ted Kavich,
Administrative Services Division Director

Department Resources

Grants Research and Training Center (GRTC)

As Funding Information Network Partner of Candid, the GRTC is a community resource for nonprofit organizations, students, artists and other individuals seeking foundation grant opportunities.

GRTC Services

Free access to the Candid electronic databases on grantmakers:
- Foundation Directory Online Professional and
- Foundation Grants to Individuals Online.
Assistance by trained staff on how to use the Candid resources.
Walk-ins welcome or contact us at 703-790-8088 (ext 4) to set up an appointment.

Hours of Operation

Monday–Thursday
10 a.m.–9 p.m.
Friday
10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Saturday
10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Sunday
1 p.m.–5 p.m.
Closed Holidays

Visit / Mail

Reston Regional Library
11925 Bowman Towne Dr., Reston
703-689-2700, TTY: 711

Sherwood Regional Library
2501 Sherwood Hall Ln., Alexandria
703-765-3645, TTY: 711

Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library
7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church
703-790-8088, TTY: 711

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find grants for my nonprofit?

There are several ways to locate grant opportunities.

Search the Foundation Directory Online Professional database from the Foundation Center by Candid. This online resource offers free access and complete, up-to-date information on 140,000 U.S. foundations, grant makers and the grants they have made. More information on finding grants can be found at GrantSpace.org.
Visit Grants.gov, the official site and centralized location for finding federal funding opportunities. Managed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the site offers a database of more than 1,000 grant programs administered by 26 federal grantmaking agencies searchable by agency, category, eligibility or CFDA number. Users can also browse listings of grant opportunities by agency or category. Learn more about finding government grants on GrantSpace.
Review the Introduction to Finding Grants from GrantSpace for more resource ideas. There is also more information on finding grants for nonprofits.

How do I apply for a grant?

To apply you must write a grant proposal. Each grant has unique requirements that must be included in the proposal. GrantSpace by Candid is a free online resource that helps nonprofits become more viable grant applicants. Their site offers a Knowledge Base that answers commonly asked questions and provides sample grants and documents.

How do I learn about upcoming training opportunities?

Visit GrantSpace.org for a calendar of online and in-person training opportunities.

How do I find and use the Foundation Directory Online Professional database?

Visit the Grants Research and Training Center located at the following Fairfax County Public Library branches:

Reston Regional Library at 11925 Bowman Towne Dr., Reston, 703-689-2700, TTY: 711
Sherwood Regional Library at 2501 Sherwood Hall Ln., Alexandria, 703-765-3645, TTY: 711
Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library at 7584 Leesburg Pike, Falls Church, 703-790-8088, TTY: 711

for self-serve, free access to the Candid electronic databases of grantmakers: Foundation Directory Online Professional; Foundation Grants to Individuals Online; and Foundation Maps. Find other locations that provide this resource.

Learn More with Other Resources

Fairfax County Office of Public Private Partnerships (OP3)
- Workshops on best practices in grant writing, grant seeking resources and related topics. Some workshops are free. See calendar for event details.
- Monthly newsletter covering partnerships and opportunities launched by OP3
- Additional resources for nonprofits.
Loudoun County Grants 101 Training
- Webinar : What to Know Before You Apply
- Slide Presentation : What to Know Before You Apply

GRTC Is Supported By:

Candid
Fairfax County Department of Economic Initiatives
Fairfax County Public Library

Department Resources

Grants Research and Training Center (GRTC)

GRTC Services

Hours of Operation

Visit / Mail

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find grants for my nonprofit?

How do I apply for a grant?

How do I learn about upcoming training opportunities?

How do I find and use the Foundation Directory Online Professional database?

Learn More with Other Resources

GRTC Is Supported By:

Before You Seek a Grant: A Checklist for New Nonprofits

Awards
Site Feedback

Main Address

Site Tools

Support

Additional Resources

Department Resources

Grants Research and Training Center (GRTC)

GRTC Services

Hours of Operation

Visit / Mail

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find grants for my nonprofit?

How do I apply for a grant?

How do I learn about upcoming training opportunities?

How do I find and use the Foundation Directory Online Professional database?

Learn More with Other Resources

GRTC Is Supported By:

Before You Seek a Grant: A Checklist for New Nonprofits

Awards Site Feedback

Main Address

Site Tools

Support

Additional Resources

Awards
Site Feedback