A foundation directory; from research to results
The Simple funding solution
Find private foundation funding opportunities that align with your non-profits mission
- Save up to 90% of your time applying to more foundation grants
- Write winning grant proposals with built-in grant writing tools and templates
- A complete foundation directory with search, tracking and grant management tools
We Put the “Fun” into Funding
…taking the “rant” out of grant since 2014
A foundation directory; from research to results
The Simple funding solution
Find private foundation funding opportunities that align with your non-profits mission
- Save up to 90% of your time applying to more foundation grants
- Write winning grant proposals with built-in grant writing tools and templates
- A complete foundation directory with search, tracking and grant management tools
We Put the “Fun” into Funding
…taking the “rant” out of grant since 2014
Helping Nonprofits Advance What Matters Most
Grant Advance is a full-service SaaS platform that works with nonprofits in the USA and Canada. From start-to-finish we help charities apply to foundations for grants. We provide research tools with online foundation directories and search engines that help non-profits find matching foundations they can apply to. We also incorporate grant writing tools in our platform that assist non profits in the creation of professional, industry-standard documents that are critical to the grant funding cycle. And finally, we provide grant campaign management tools that ensure a thorough but simple process to give the best opportunity to make every grant campaign a success.
with tools that work and people who care
Our valued members
What Makes Us Different
When it comes to foundation funding, simplicity matters. That’s why Grant Advance takes a different approach. We integrate training directly into foundation research and grant preparation. Now, nonprofits can get started right away. Our platform helps you identify the right foundations to approach, determine appropriate request amounts, and use automated tools to prepare and merge documents — delivering a streamlined, efficient solution for your grant funding needs.
The story of Grant Advance began with a young executive director navigating the uncertainty of nonprofit funding. Through that experience, a clear need emerged for a grant funding platform designed specifically to support nonprofits with funding research, informed decision-making, and long-term sustainability.
When the initial Grant Advance team came together to design our grant funding software, we were intentional about who had a seat at the table — combining expertise in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and technology.
Grant Advance was built by founders who understood firsthand how overwhelming funding systems can be. By designing the platform around the needs of first-time and growing nonprofits, every feature serves a clear, practical purpose. From interface design to functionality, each element exists to simplify workflows, reduce friction, and improve efficiency.
Since 2014, Grant Advance has continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of nonprofits. Recognizing that no software system is ever complete, we actively listen to client feedback and prioritize practical improvements that enhance usability, efficiency, and outcomes. Continuous refinement is central to how our platform is built and maintained.
Client feedback is one of the most meaningful measures of success at Grant Advance. Since our early days, our Google reviews consistently reflect the quality of our customer support and service. This is the result of a deliberate commitment to pairing reliable technology with hands-on, responsive support. Our philosophy is simple: when our clients succeed, we succeed.
What Makes Us Different
When it comes to foundation funding, simplicity matters. That’s why Grant Advance takes a different approach. We integrate training directly into foundation research and grant preparation. Now, nonprofits can get started right away. Our platform helps you identify the right foundations to approach, determine appropriate request amounts, and use automated tools to prepare and merge documents — delivering a streamlined, efficient solution for your grant funding needs.
The story of Grant Advance began with a young executive director navigating the uncertainty of nonprofit funding. Through that experience, a clear need emerged for a grant funding platform designed specifically to support nonprofits with funding research, informed decision-making, and long-term sustainability.
When the initial Grant Advance team came together to design our grant funding software, we were intentional about who had a seat at the table — combining expertise in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, and technology.
Grant Advance was built by founders who understood firsthand how overwhelming funding systems can be. By designing the platform around the needs of first-time and growing nonprofits, every feature serves a clear, practical purpose. From interface design to functionality, each element exists to simplify workflows, reduce friction, and improve efficiency.
Since 2014, Grant Advance has continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of nonprofits. Recognizing that no software system is ever complete, we actively listen to client feedback and prioritize practical improvements that enhance usability, efficiency, and outcomes. Continuous refinement is central to how our platform is built and maintained.
Client feedback is one of the most meaningful measures of success at Grant Advance. Since our early days, our Google reviews consistently reflect the quality of our customer support and service. This is the result of a deliberate commitment to pairing reliable technology with hands-on, responsive support. Our philosophy is simple: when our clients succeed, we succeed.
OUR DATA
Grant Advance analyzes IRS and CRA filings submitted annually by foundations and charities throughout the United States and Canada. This data is continuously updated to ensure accuracy and relevance. Through our comprehensive Foundation Profile Pages, members gain deeper insight into funder priorities, giving patterns, and strategic considerations that support stronger grant application decisions.
Funders with detailed profile pages
searchable grants in our database
Value of donations made by all funders
total assets held in trust by funding organizations
Success Counts
“We believe in effort without results”—said no Grant Writer ever!
Founded in 2014, Grant Advance is a nonprofit funding software company focused on simplifying and improving access to grant funding. By combining technology, strategy, and foundation partnerships, the platform supports charities in building more successful and sustainable funding outcomes.
Success Counts
“We believe in effort without results” — said no Grant Writer ever!
Founded in 2014, Grant Advance is a nonprofit funding software company focused on simplifying and improving access to grant funding. By combining technology, strategy, and foundation partnerships, the platform supports charities in building more successful and sustainable funding outcomes.
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We make grant funding simple by combining access to thousands of funding opportunities, data-driven analytics, and expert human support in one comprehensive nonprofit funding software platform.
Recommended by fundraising pros. Trusted by nonprofits. Powered by Grant Advance.
Grant Advance has been a huge success for us. In our first year, we raised over half a million dollars. It hasn’t been without hard work, but your software makes the process so much easier. From the ability to search similar organizations and relevant keywords, to using a templated letter with mail merge for names, addresses, and suggested asks—it has streamlined the entire process. We truly appreciate Grant Advance’s software; it has been invaluable to our organization.
Since I started using the platform back in August, I’ve received over $93,000 in grants from foundations I applied to. The fantastic thing about Grant Advance is that it gives you access to so many family foundations you wouldn’t even know existed—many don’t even have an online presence. It’s been incredibly helpful to discover more opportunities, and the platform makes the entire process super easy
Recommended by fundraising pros. Trusted by nonprofits. Powered by Grant Advance.
Grant Advance has been a huge success for us. In our first year, we raised over half a million dollars. It hasn’t been without hard work, but your software makes the process so much easier. From the ability to search similar organizations and relevant keywords, to using a templated letter with mail merge for names, addresses, and suggested asks—it has streamlined the entire process. We truly appreciate Grant Advance’s software; it has been invaluable to our organization.
Since I started using the platform back in August, I’ve received over $93,000 in grants from foundations I applied to. The fantastic thing about Grant Advance is that it gives you access to so many family foundations you wouldn’t even know existed—many don’t even have an online presence. It’s been incredibly helpful to discover more opportunities, and the platform makes the entire process super easy
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