I am attempting to secure sources of funding for an organization and I was wondering if there is any way that one could narrow in on some groups that could offer aid to this cause? This is for a Christian (Roman Catholic) entity that strives to provide a transitional life style for homeless women and children.

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I am attempting to secure sources of funding for an organization and I was wondering if there is any way that one could narrow in on some groups that could offer aid to this cause?  This is for a Christian (Roman Catholic) entity that strives to provide a transitional life style for homeless women and children.

Ms. Sue · Answer

Have you talked with anyone at United Way or Catholic Charities?

Mr. Philanthropist · Answer

I believe that they are already affiliated with these major players. Is there a searchable list of institutions through which I could sift? Any other ideas as to where else I could turn? I have a feeling that this going to take a while, so it is good thing I have some amount of time to do this. . .

bobpursley · Answer

You are going to have to develop some rationale why one catholic origanization (yours) is competing for funding from the same institutions to do the same thing. That will be a tough cookie to sell. Especially since Catholic Charities has been in the business doing your mission so long. Surely you are not going to argue that they are doing a lousy job, are you? Anyway, you need to face this issue, because major players are going to ask.