About Candid and Grants Research
Candid is the most authoritative source of information on private philanthropy in the United States. They help grantseekers, grantmakers, researchers, policymakers, the media, and the general public better understand the field of philanthropy. As a Funding Network Information Network partner, the Michael E. Busch Library acts as a resource center for our local grantseeking community.
- For first time users: Sign up for a Candid library card.
- For all users: Go to the Candid Overdrive Collection and sign in with your Candid library card number.
- If you use the Libby app, you can add your Candid library card number as a separate account.
- You can have 2 holds and 2 checkouts at a time. Checkout period is 14 days. Most materials can be returned early.
- Overdrive new user information and help.
Please note: AACPL library card numbers cannot be used for Candid Overdrive checkouts. Candid ebooks are not available on the library's online catalog.
Foundation Grants
Foundation Directory Online (Essential)
A comprehensive database and powerful search to find up-to-date information about grantmakers and grants available anywhere for a limited time.
Foundation Directory Online (Professional - Busch Annapolis Library Only)
Foundation Directory Online (FDO) is a fundraising database that gives grant seekers unprecedented access to the largest amount of clean and coded philanthropic data that currently exists.
Grants to Individuals (Busch Annapolis Only)
Get detailed information on more than10,000 foundations that give grants or scholarships to individuals.
Temporary Online Access
Access to Foundation Directory Online Essential is limited to a 24-hour consecutive period per month from outside of the library.
To access Foundation Directory Online Professional, please call or visit the Busch Annapolis Library.
Programs and Events
One-on-One Training
Meet for a one-on-one appointment to learn the basics of searching the Foundation Directory Online. Register now call (410) 222-1750 or visit the Busch Annapolis Library for more information and to schedule a one-hour appointment.
Additional Resources
Candid Learning
Available anywhere, this free resource connects grant researchers to resources including online training, knowledge base articles, and sample documents.
Charity Navigator
Find a charity you can trust, using this website's tools and resources to inform your giving choices.
County Business Patterns
Foundation Directory Online (Essential)
A comprehensive database and powerful search to find up-to-date information about grantmakers and grants available anywhere for a limited time.
Foundation Directory Online (Professional - Busch Annapolis Library Only)
Foundation Directory Online (FDO) is a fundraising database that gives grant seekers unprecedented access to the largest amount of clean and coded philanthropic data that currently exists.