USU Moab Works With Global and Local Partners to Benefit Local Non-Profits
MOAB, UTAH - Utah State University Moab has partnered with the City of Moab and WabiSabi to offer Foundation Center services to non-profit and community groups seeking grant funding. Starting in 2019, USU Moab will join the Funding Information Network and provide access to the Foundation Center databases of grant and scholarship sources through computer workstations on the campus. In addition to database access the campus will host classes on fundraising, proposal writing, administrative processes, and other topics of interest to non-profit groups.
The New York-based Foundation Center is a leading source of information on philanthropy worldwide, and maintains a comprehensive database of U.S. and, increasingly, global grant makers and their grants. The database, known as the Foundation Directory Online, was started in 1956, and today represents a vast collection of support and services to non-profits. Access to the database is available through the Funding Information Network, a network of libraries and other public institutions, including universities, throughout the world. The Foundation Center also conducts research, education, and training programs designed to advance knowledge of philanthropy at every level.
USU Moab’s membership to their services will be available to the public, allowing access to the breadth of information available in their database. Groups or individuals may search based on geographic location, area of interest, and other filters to find potential funding sources based on their needs. The service also provides information about general requirements and qualifications for evaluating projects or organizations to receive funding.
“This program is a great fit for the Moab community and for USU Moab; we’re excited and hope this will be a big help to the many non-profit groups in our area.” said Lianna Etchberger, Associate Vice President of USU Moab.
“Partnering with WabiSabi is a natural fit, and fills an important component for the success of this program, providing education and training resources for our local nonprofits. Combining their experts with access to the database and the classroom facilities on our campus should be a big win for everyone.”
The campus has received guidance and support on this project from Eve Tallman, a Moab City employee and long-time Moab resident most known for her work with the public library. The Foundation Center works with many libraries, which is how Tallman was introduced to their programs and services.
“It’s exciting to be able to launch this service, and make it available in Moab and southeast Utah. We want to make it a lot easier for groups working to improve Moab and boost the community to get access to funds and resources critical to their success.” commented Tallman on the partnership. “We’ve gathered the right resources from the right local groups, and it’s great to work with WabiSabi and USU Moab.”
Parties interested in using these new services may visit foundationcenter.org to preview the resources and services available, or contact USU Moab (moab.usu.edu) or WabiSabi (wabisabimoab.com) for more information.
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