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The grant funding landscape is vast, complex, and ever-evolving. Every year, billions of dollars in non-dilutive funding are awarded to organizations of all shapes and sizes—from grassroots nonprofits and local governments to groundbreaking research labs and ambitious startups. Yet, in spite of these abundant opportunities, far too many deserving organizations struggle to secure the resources they need. Why? Identifying the right grants and foundations, understanding their priorities, and navigating the application process can be a time-consuming, resource-intensive endeavor.
In 2022, we set out to change this. Our mission from day one has been to make it easier, faster, and more efficient for organizations to discover, understand, and secure the funding they need to thrive. With the introduction of our intelligent matching algorithm, we tackled the first hurdle: delivering live, actionable grant opportunities directly to you. But we always knew that was just the beginning.
Welcome to GrantExec 2.0
We’re excited to announce the launch of GrantExec 2.0, a major platform upgrade that brings you even more tools and intelligence—right at your fingertips. Central to this release is our newest feature, the Foundations Explorer, an AI-powered reimagination of the classic foundation directory.
Grantseekers have long relied on printed directories or static databases to learn about potential funding partners. While these sources were valuable, they often lacked context, intelligence, and the timely updates needed to keep pace with a dynamic funding environment. With the Foundations Explorer, we’re taking everything that worked about those legacy tools and enhancing it with real-time data, machine learning, and intuitive search capabilities.
What’s Inside the Foundations Explorer?
80,000+ Private Foundation Profiles: Built from over 4 million filings, our database delivers in-depth, verified information on tens of thousands of funders. From small family trusts to billion-dollar institutions, discover a diverse array of potential partners.
Intelligent, Goal-Oriented Analyses: Our AI-driven insights help you quickly gauge how well a foundation’s interests align with your mission, geographic focus, and programmatic needs—removing guesswork and saving time.
$99 Billion in Recent Funding Insights: Funding patterns tell a story. By analyzing grantmaking trends, you can identify funders who’ve recently supported organizations like yours, giving you a data-driven edge as you approach them.
Always-Up-to-Date Data: The philanthropic landscape never stops evolving. With monthly IRS updates, you stay informed with the freshest data—no more relying on outdated leads.
Bonus: Reverse Search: Your Secret Weapon for Targeted Prospecting
One of the most exciting new capabilities in GrantExec 2.0 is Reverse Search—and it’s live today. Reverse Search lets you identify funders by looking at who has previously supported organizations similar to yours. Instead of starting from scratch, you can:
Find Peer Organizations: Pinpoint a nonprofit, research center, or community initiative similar to your own.
Discover Their Funders: Instantly see the foundations that have supported them in the past.
Identify High-Potential Prospects: Target funders who’ve already invested in similar missions, even if they haven't made their funding opportunities public.
This insider’s technique—once only possible through time-consuming manual research or legacy directories—cuts straight to the heart of prospecting. Whether you’re running a food bank, a museum, a community shelter, or any mission-driven organization, reverse searching helps you skip the guesswork and go directly to funders who’ve proven their interest in your field.
As one of our grant writing partners put it:
“If I know a similar nonprofit has been funded by a particular foundation, that’s huge. It means they’re interested in the cause and likely the region, making them a much more promising lead. Reverse searching is a game-changer.”
What’s Coming Next
While we’re proud of what we’ve accomplished in GrantExec 2.0, we’re not stopping here. In the weeks ahead, we’ll be rolling out additional features to enhance your experience and enrich your funding strategy:
Historical Funding Data (Back to 2017): Unlock deeper trend analysis and forecast future funding directions.
Funder Descriptions: Gain richer context on who these funders are and what they prioritize.
Issue-Area Filters: Zero in on causes, sectors, or geographic regions that matter most to you.
Contact Information & Website Links: Connect with funders more directly and streamline your outreach.
PDF Filings: Access primary documents easily for thorough due diligence.
Foundation Prospecting Tools: Complementing our grant matching algorithm, these insights help you anticipate which organizations are most likely to align with your mission and priorities.
We're exploring additional usability and workflow features. Let us know what you want to see next!
Building on Our Existing Strengths
GrantExec 2.0 preserves and enhances the tools you already know and trust. Our daily grant opportunity matching continues to keep you informed of the best fits for your organization’s goals. GrantGPT, our AI-driven writing assistant, streamlines the often daunting grant proposal process, empowering you to craft compelling applications more quickly and with greater confidence. And our expanding team of experts stands ready to provide personalized support, from refining your fundraising strategy to reviewing your final proposals.
All of this is wrapped in a beautifully streamlined interface that simplifies your workflow. No more hopping between platforms, juggling spreadsheets, or relying on outdated directories. With GrantExec 2.0, you can do it all in one place, with far less hassle and far more clarity.
Your Next Funding Opportunity Awaits
As we move into a new year filled with fresh possibilities, we invite you to explore GrantExec 2.0 and discover what the Foundations Explorer and our enhanced tools can do for you. Whether you’re a seasoned development professional, a scrappy nonprofit founder, or a researcher on the cutting edge of innovation, we’re here to help you find the right funding partners and make the most of your resources.
Visit platform.grantexec.com to start exploring. We’re excited to see how you put these new capabilities to work, and we look forward to supporting you on your journey to secure the funding you need to drive meaningful change.
Stay tuned– here’s to a brighter, better-funded future!