March Seminar: Grant Research

An Introduction to Data Resource and Grant Prospecting

About the Seminar

Class participants will be provided with an introduction of data resources commonly available in grant development, and also learn how to use the “Foundation Database Online - Professional” database to identify and evaluate funding prospects.

About the Speaker

Brad Smith is the Nonprofit Information Resource Manager for the St. Charles City-County Library District. In that capacity, he oversees the delivery of the Library District’s specialty services to the nonprofit community.  As a representative of the Library District, he regularly provides consultation services and assistance to public, private, and nonprofit initiatives that are aimed toward enhancing community resources and services throughout the St. Louis Metropolitan Area.   Brad is active among nonprofits in the community and has served on a variety of community boards, committees, and panels in the metropolitan area including: Community Council of St. Charles County; Vision Leadership Program St. Charles County; Sts. Joachim & Ann Care Service; United Way of Greater St. Louis; and most recently as a member of the data team for the St. Louis Ready by 21 Initiative.