Foundation Collection
A Cooperating Collection of the Foundation Center of New York
Coordinator: Nerissa Nelson | Tel:
715-346-4204
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The University
Library's Foundation Collection is one of over two hundred
collections affiliated with the Foundation
Center in New York. The Foundation Center's mission is to "strengthen the
non-profit sector by advancing knowledge about U.S. philanthropy." Established
in 1956, the Foundation Center is the nation's leading authority on
institutional philanthropy. The Foundation Center resources include current and
comprehensive information about foundations, corporate and federal funding
agencies, fundraising for non-profit organizations, and proposal writing.
The Foundation Collection provides free access to its resources and is open to the public. To ensure that the collection is available to everyone, the Library does not circulate these materials, but photocopies can be made for 10 cents per page. Our databases are licensed to be used in the Library only. The collection is located in the Reference Room.
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Computers are available for patrons in the Reference Room to search the foundation databases.
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Patrons can download and save information to a removable storage device or print the information for 10 cents per page.
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The Foundation Collection is accessible during the hours of the Library.
You can search the Library Catalog for grant and foundation related resources. Print materials in the Foundation Collection include:
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Directories of information regarding public, private, and corporate funding
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Specialized funding sources on particular subjects or special populations
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Reference books on grantsmanship, letter and proposal writing guides
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Periodicals and newsletters about philanthropy
DATABASES:
Foundation Directory Online (replaces FC Search)
new!: A comprehensive searchable web database of
foundations, corporate givers, and grantmaking public charities. Published
by the Foundation Center. Access limited
to UWSP Library
Foundations in Wisconsin:
A comprehensive web-based source that covers active grant making
foundations in Wisconsin. The Library also has the print directory of
Foundations in Wisconsin that is published annually. Published by Marquette
University.
Foundation Grants to Individuals:
A web-based
source for individuals seeking scholarships, fellowships, grants or awards.
SPIN:
Sponsored Programs Information Network: Provides access
to funding information for research, development activities,
international projects, collaborative programs, fellowships,
academic exchange programs, and more. Also offers access to the
Federal Register. Access limited to UWSP
community
For help with any of these resources, please ask the Foundation or Reference Librarian.
Instruction in using the Foundation Collection resources is available to individuals and small groups. You may make an appointment for in-depth research assistance by calling 715-346-4204 or 715-346-2836. Prior scheduling is essential for groups and recommended for individuals.
The Foundation Collection is in the Reference Room (104) on the first floor of the University Library, which is located at 900 Reserve Street.
Parking meters are available in Lots R and Z to the south and east of the University Library. There is also visitors parking in Lot X. Call (715) 346-3900 for parking information.
