Virtual Classroom—The Foundation Center's "Virtual Classroom" provides courses and tutorials on proposal writing, budgeting basics and more. The center also offers subscription-based directories of foundations and available grants. Use the AFT brochure, How to Get Foundation Funds to learn more about the "Virtual Classroom" offerings.

To Win the Grant, Consider Funders' Needs as Well—Grant seekers should not only look at their own needs but also at the needs of their funding sources, said panelists at a Washington, D.C. ,gathering sponsored by the Association of Fundraising Professionals.