Candid at Co.act

As a member of Candid’s nationwide network of nonprofit serving agencies, Co.act Detroit provides our community with free public access to Candid’s applications and resources.

At our location, you can access Candid’s Foundation Directory, Grants to Individuals, and other resources to assist and strengthen your nonprofit organization.

Find Grants on Candid’s Foundation Directory

Candid’s Foundation Directory helps you find grants, decide if funders are a good match, and build your network. Since 90% of U.S. foundations do not have websites, the insights you need to find funders will not be discovered via standard search engines. You need up-to-date, in-depth information to reach the funders you want to support your mission.

Use the Foundation Directory when you sign up for Drop-In Work Day at Co.act Detroit!

Sign Up for a Drop-In Work Day

Fundraising Unpacked

Co.act x Candid Training Series

Nonprofits thrive when we have strong, diverse sources of funding. Are you looking to grow your fundraising efforts to succeed at cultivating donors and attracting funders for your organization? Join Co.act Detroit and Candid for Fundraising Unpacked, a virtual and interactive training series covering a range of fund development topics. Watch the recordings below!

Introduction to Finding Grants

Our first Candid training of 2024 covers what funders are looking for in grant-seeking nonprofits, how to find potential funders, and the 10 most important things participants need to know about finding grants.

Grants Handout

Introduction to Foundation Directory Online

Unlock the key to nonprofit funding! Our May 9 Candid session covers nonprofit organizations looking for funding.

Learn to identify grant opportunities through the Foundation Directory Online (FDO), evaluate prospects, and access essential tools for nonprofit success.

Foundation Directory worksheet

Foundation Directory plan comparison

Foundation Directory summary

Introduction to Fundraising Planning

If you need support with your fundraising strategy, this Candid workshop is for you. Our May 21 workshop covers basic steps for developing a fundraising plan. Participants will also learn tips on making a case for support and diversifying their organization’s funding base.

Fundraising worksheet

Fundraising planning calendar (example)

Editable fundraising planning calendar

Introduction to Individual Giving

The final workshop of our spring Candid session covers the key elements of an individual giving program. Participants will walk away with next steps for starting or improving their own program. This training will also explain the importance of individual giving for nonprofits.