How We Can Help
The CFR team can support every step of your journey – from identifying funders that are a good fit for your needs to creating a compelling proposal package and beyond.
Prospect Research
We can identify funders, build strategies for outreach, and identify RFPs. Fill out our Prospect Research Form for a customized search.
Funder Cultivation
Leverage the CFR team’s experience to get your foot in the door with a foundation. Contact us to get support with:
- Strategic outreach to foundations.
- Preparing your pitch and facilitate meetings with program officers.
- Creating customized marketing materials about your research.
Proposal Development
Contact CFR for hands-on support with the application process from beginning to end. We offer grant writing expertise and coordinate the administrative steps.
Grant Reporting & Stewardship
CFR can navigate the post-award process and manage funder relationships. We're also a resource for funder site visits. Please get in touch for additional support.
Priority Foundations
If you are interested in pursuing funding from any of these Priority Foundations, you must contact us in advance. The CFR office, along with the Offices of the President and Vice President for Research, manages relationships with these funders.
Corporate Relations
Visit the Corporate Relations website to learn how corporate partnerships can support your program or research.
Institutional Documents & Information
Visit our Institutional Information and Attachments page for access to forms and information often required private funding submissions. If you are uncertain which forms or information you need or do not see a form on this page, please contact us immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Please see our FAQs page for additional information.