Finding funding for a nonprofit can be challenging. Whether you're researching grant opportunities, looking for potential partners or building your organization's credibility, having the right tools can make all the difference. That's where Candid comes in.
If you've used GuideStar or Foundation Directory in the past, you'll be happy to know they've been combined into a single, streamlined platform called Candid. Instead of searching two separate resources, you can now access trusted nonprofit and grantmaking information all in one place.
The new Candid includes everything users valued from both services. You can research nonprofit organizations, explore grant makers and funding opportunities, see which organizations have received grants, identify key decision-makers and learn more about potential community partners. Nonprofits can also continue to build their online presence through Candid's Seals of Transparency.
Anyone can create a free Candid account and perform basic searches, but visiting the Burlington County Library System gives you access to additional premium features at no cost. These include suggested searches tailored to Burlington County and an AI-powered Letter of Inquiry (LOI) generator to help nonprofits create compelling letters for potential funders.
As Ann Mei Chang, CEO of Candid, explains, "At a moment when nonprofits and funders are navigating uncertainty and growing complexity, access to clear, reliable information matters more than ever… The new Candid search brings together the data and tools people already trust into a single, more intuitive experience."
Whether you're new to nonprofit fundraising or a longtime user of GuideStar or Foundation Directory, the new Candid offers a faster, more intuitive way to find the information you need.
To take advantage of the library's premium access, simply visit any library location and use Candid on-site. It's another way your library helps connect our community with valuable resources for learning, growing and making a difference.
