Grant Search & Matching
Find grants that match your organization's profile, filter by criteria, and save searches for later.
Core Feature
Grant Search & Matching Guide
Overview
The Grant Search & Matching feature is the core functionality of GrantsPath, designed to help you find relevant grant opportunities.
Key Features
- Smart Search: Filter grants by keywords, funding categories, deadlines, and more
- Fit Score: Each grant is assigned a score from 1-100 indicating how well it matches your profile
- Saved Searches: Save common searches to quickly check for new matching grants
- Email Alerts: Receive notifications when new grants matching your criteria become available
How to Use Grant Search
- Navigate to the Search page from the sidebar
- Enter keywords or use the filters to narrow results
- Sort results by relevance, deadline, or funding amount
- Click on any grant to view detailed information
Understanding Fit Scores
The Fit Score is calculated based on:
- Eligibility: Whether your organization meets basic requirements
- Focus Areas: How closely the grant aligns with your organization's work
- Funding Needs: Whether the grant amount matches your requirements
- Past Success: Historical data on similar organizations' success with this funder
Tips for Effective Searching
- Be specific with keywords
- Save successful searches for future use
- Check the "Recently Added" filter regularly
- Pay attention to grants with Fit Scores above 70
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