#  Funding Resources 

 



##  Explore Funding Resources 

 

 

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##  Pivot-RP 

Searchable database of federal and private funding opportunities in all fields. Pivot-RP can be utilized to save searches and track funding opportunities; discover collaborators; get tailored funding recommendations and alerts; and gain insights from previously awarded grants. Pivot-RP is available to Harvard affiliates through the University's subscription.

View the [Pivot-RP Guide (PDF)](https://research.fas.harvard.edu/resource/pivot-guide) or access Pivot-RP videos and resources below.





 

##  Candid (formerly Foundation Directory Online) 

Searchable database that contains a wealth of information on foundations and the grants they support. Candid is available to Harvard affiliates through the University's subscription.

View the [Candid Guide (PDF)](https://research.fas.harvard.edu/resource/candid-guide) or access Candid Learning resources below.





 

##  Grants.gov 

Searchable database of all grant opportunities offered by Federal Agencies.





 

##  NIH Research Portfolio Online Reporting Tool (RePORT) 

Provides access to reports, data, and analyses of NIH research activities, including information on grants awarded, expenditures, and the results of NIH supported research.





 

##  SPIN 

Searchable database of federal and private funding opportunities in all fields. SPIN is available to Harvard affiliates through the University's subscription.





 

##  Pivot-RP Resources 

Pivot-RP has created a [library of video resources](https://pivot-rp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/43091481384337-Advanced-Searching-for-Funding-Opportunities) to help users get started. These quick videos, also [available on YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@ProQuestPivot), will orient new users to important features for maximizing funding search results. For information on setting up an account with your Harvard email address, please see the Pivot-RP user guide above.

 

 





 

 

 



 

 

 

##  Candid Learning Resources 

[Candid Learning](https://learning-candid-org.us1.proxy.openathens.net/) provides free training, courses, and resources for finding and engaging with funders. The [Candid YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@CandidDotOrg/videos) showcases quick videos and past webinars designed to help users maximize their experience using Candid. Please note that some features may only be relevant for Candid Premium users.



 

 



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##  Need Assistance? 

Please contact [**Faina Gould**](https://ora.gse.harvard.edu/people/faina-gould) , Director of Research Development and Strategy, for assistance with navigating funding opportunity databases.