Nonprofits

The Foundation Center Funding Information Network Partner

Through Deschutes Public Library, you get free public access to Foundation Center databases, directories, fundraising and philanthropy publications, and training resources.

Foundation Directory Online

(Downtown Bend and Redmond – in-library use only)
Connect with funding opportunities for nonprofits.

Foundation Grants to Individuals Online

(Downtown Bend and Redmond – in-library use only)
Find funders that provide scholarships, fellowships, and more for individuals.

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Training and Search Assistance

Deschutes Public Library hosts free workshops for nonprofit organizations. Click on one of the links below to register in advance. Registration is required and limited.

Deschutes Public Library: Upcoming classes (free and open to the public) on finding funding.

Oct 25

Downtown Bend: Introduction to Finding Grants

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Meyer Classroom

Tips, plus an introduction to the Foundation Directory.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.
Registration is required. Space is limited.

Introduction to Finding Grants provides an overview of the funding research process for nonprofits seeking grants from foundations, corporations, and grantmaking public charities. Participants will learn tips on how best to identify funding sources for nonprofit organizations.

This workshop incudes a demonstration of the Foundation Directory, the premiere searchable database that provides information on more than 200,000 grantmakers and over 24 million grant records.

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Nov 15

Downtown Bend: Updating Your Nonprofit Profile on Guidestar

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Meyer Classroom

Learn why your nonprofit should claim it's Guidestar profile in this workshop.

This is an in-person program. Masks are recommended at all in-person library events.
Registration is required. Space is limited.

Find out how updating your Nonprofit Profile on GuideStar will grow your organization's online identity and share your full story with GuideStar's 10 million annual users as well as millions more through our 200+ partner sites, including AmazonSmile, Facebook, and Network for Good.

You have the power to choose what tens of millions of potential donors see about your organization by earning a GuideStar Seal of Transparency. In this training, youll learn how to claim your GuideStar profile and earn a Platinum Seal of Transparency, GuideStar's highest form of recognition.

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Book-a-Librarian

Make a free appointment with a professional librarian for one-on-one assistance with your research questions.

Candid Learning

Candid Learning offers information and resources that are specifically designed to meet the needs of nonprofits worldwide in need of know-how for securing funding and operating effective organizations.

Gale Courses

Take free online courses with an instructor to learn how to start or manage a nonprofit.

Guidestar

Search GuideStar for the most complete, up-to-date nonprofit data available. Grantmakers use this site to find organizations that fit their funding goals. If you are a nonprofit, you want your organization listed here for maximum exposure.

Oregon Resources

Association of Fundraising Professionals: Shares and refines fundraising best practices through a supportive network development professionals.
Central Oregon Health Data: Provides community health data for Crook, Jefferson, Deschutes, and Northern Klamath counties, and the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs.
Nonprofit Association of Oregon (NAO): A statewide network of nonprofits, foundations, business partners, and individuals dedicated to supporting Oregon’s nonprofit sector.
Nonprofit Network of Central Oregon: A subdivision of NAO that helps nonprofit administrators strengthen general management skills from fundraising to financial management to effective supervision.
Oregon Department of Justice: View statutes and rules governing Oregon nonprofits.

Additional Useful Resources

Grants and Related Resources: This research guide is maintained by the Michigan State University (MSU) Libraries. It is a compilation of resources for grant and financial aid seekers. Note that some of the resources are only available to students, staff, and faculty at MSU.
Grants.gov: Grants.gov is your place to find and apply for federal grants.
National Council of Nonprofits: They identify emerging trends, share best practices, and promote solutions that benefit nonprofits and the communities they serve. Check out their sections on America’s nonprofits, trends and policy issues, and tools and resources for information and reports to help you in your nonprofit work.
NonProfitPRO: The go-to source for nonprofit management and strategy for nonprofit professionals. They cover topics ranging from internal issues such human resources, board and volunteer management to technology to tax and legal matters, news and raising funds. You can also read posts from their bloggers or listen to a podcast.
NonProfitReady: Create your own free account to access over 500 professional development and training materials for nonprofits. They offer hundreds of free online courses, videos, and downloadable guides to support the most common nonprofit jobs.
TechSoup: A nonprofit international network of non-governmental organizations that provides technical support and technological tools to other nonprofits. They offer low-cost access to technology products to nonprofits, libraries and foundations. Create an account to receive their newsletter.
USAspending.gov: Grants.gov is your place to find and apply for federal grants.

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