What to Do After You Find a Grant

Once a foundation is in your pipeline, the focus shifts from research to action.

This is where many nonprofits get stuck.

GrantSnag is designed to make this step clear and manageable.

Start with what you already know

On each foundation page, you can see:

• giving history
• typical grant amounts
• organizations they support
• suggested next steps

You don’t need to dig through IRS filings or external databases. The key information is already there.

Round out the picture

Before reaching out, take a few minutes to:

• visit the foundation’s website (if they have one)
• look for application deadlines or giving cycles
• review their funding priorities
• check for any specific instructions

This context helps you tailor your outreach and improves your chances of success.

Look for connections

Warm introductions matter.

Check for:

• board connections
• donors
• partners

Even a small connection can make a big difference.

When there is no website

Many private foundations don’t have a website or formal application process.

Don’t skip them.

Instead, send a short, clear Letter of Inquiry (LOI) introducing:

• your organization
• the need
• what you are requesting

GrantSnag provides a template you can adapt and place on your letterhead.

Optional: Use AI to move faster

If you use AI tools, GrantSnag includes a prompt you can copy into your preferred AI.

You can use it to:

• evaluate whether a foundation is a good fit
• estimate a reasonable ask amount
• draft a tailored LOI

This works best when used with an AI that already understands your organization.

It’s not required, but it can help you move faster and with more confidence.

Keep moving forward

The goal is simple:

Take a clear, confident next step for each funder in your pipeline.

That’s how grant research turns into real results.