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There are thousands of dollars available in government and private grants. But you have to have a reason for them to give you the money. This money is for specific purposes and it must be applied for. There is grant money for business, schools, education, non-profit organizations and more.
Below is are the basics of how to find and apply for grants.
These resources are all FREE.
Finding Grants:
You don't need to pay anyone to find what is already out there for free. Visit these sites to find a grant that fits your profile.
All Goverment Grants are listed on this site: www.grants.gov
For Private Grant Money, check the npguide site, or the Foundation Directory at your local library (in the reference section). In the Foundation Directory you will find descriptions of every private grant foundation in the United States. You may have to travel to a larger city if you live in a rural area. Whether your grant money is for science or art projects, children or the homeless, Grants range from a few hundred to thousands of dollars.
While the number of private grants available substantial, the number of government grants outdoes private by far. You should be able find everything you need if you look.
You can apply if you meet the qualifications for the grant. Grants are funds allocated for specific purposes, so many times they will specify a particular type of business or person who may receive it. Simply check and see if you fit into the guidelines and go for it.
Applying for the Grant:
The hardest part is writing the proposal and applying. Find the help you need here:
Non-profit guides -- a comprehensive site dedicated to grant writing tools for non-profit organizations. Find government and private funding options, as well as step-by-step help and examples for writing proposals (non-profit formatted)
Government Grants -- get a grant application and a free narrated tutorial on how to apply.