GrantsNet
This site is of particular interest to individuals that are interested in writing federal grants. In "Writing Grant Proposals", a comprehensive document has been written that cover these topics:
· Part One: Developing a Grant Proposal
· Part Two: Writing the Grant Proposal
It is highly recommended that researchers read this article and use this website.

Foundation Center
The proposal writing short course provides an excellent overview of the basic components needed to plan, prepare and write a grant application. Also, it is highly recommended that the researcher browse the virtual classroom at the Foundation Center website that examines such topics as funding research, budgeting basics, and demystifying the 990-PF.

Donors Forum
This is a nonprofit organization located in Chicago that has one of the most comprehensive fundraising libraries in the USA. Donors Forum also offers classes on fundraising and grant preparation. The library is open to the public. If you are visiting Chicago, the address for Donors Forum is:
Donor Forum of Chicago
208 South LaSalle Street, Suite 735
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 578-0175
Fax: (312) 578-0159
library@donorsforum.org

Grantsmanship Center
The Grantsmanship Center offers services, training and publications to the nonprofit sector. If you are affiliated with a nonprofit organization, they will send a free quarterly newsletter with grant writing tips.