Searchable Databases

The Office of Grant Services subscribes to a searchable database that enables you to search for funding opportunities. In addition, there are numerous internet databases available.

• SPIN, the Sponsored Programs Information Network, is an extensive research funding opportunity database service offered by InfoEd Global. SPIN contains over 40,000 opportunities from more than 10,000 sponsors. The SPIN database is accessible from any on-campus computer.
• Click here for our SPIN Instructions.

Other Internet Databases

• Grants.gov is a website developed by the federal government to consolidate the possibility of searches for federal grants along with other types of grant information you might want. Grants.gov also provides an email alert system to receive notification about specific topics or agencies. The Grants.gov system is used to submit federal grant programs electronically for agencies except NSF.
• The NSF Update includes subscriptions options for all types of documents including NSF program notices, publications and policies. The website can also be searched for specific funding opportunities.
• Catalog of Domestic Federal Assistance (CDFA), provided by the U.S. General Services Administration. This can be searched for federal funding programs.