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Anyone thinking about going into business for themselves, or wanting to expand an existing business should rush for the world's largest "one-step-money-stop" where FREE MONEY to start or expand a business is being held for you by the Federal Government. Click Here for Books Related to Government Free Money. * Canada * United Kingdom

It sounds absolutely incredible that people living right here in the United States of America wouldn't know that each year the world's largest source of free business help delivers:
* Over $30 billion dollars in free grants and low interest loans;
* Over one-half trillion dollars in procurement contracts;
* Over $32 billion dollars in FREE consulting and research grants.

With an economy that remains unpredictable, and a need for even greater economic development on all fronts, the federal government is more willing than ever before to give you the money you need to own your own business and become your own boss!

In spite of the perception that people should not look to the government for help, the great government give-away programs have remained so incredibility huge if each of the approximately 8 million businesses applied for an equal share, they would each receive over $70,000.

Most people never apply for a FREE GRANT because they somehow feel it isn't for them, there's too much red-tape, or simply don't know who to contact. The fact is however, that people from all walks of life do receive FREE GRANT MONEY and other benefits from the government, and you should also. Click Here for books regarding Government Free Business Grants * Canada * United Kingdom

HOW TO FIND FUNDING SOURCES WORTH BILLIONS

As with all grant seeking, the key to obtaining grants is preparation and knowledge about funding sources. Preparation means identifying programs that are available, and determining if you fall within their restrictions.

The following sources will be invaluable to you in locating thousands of sources of FREE MONEY

FEDERAL REGISTER

This daily publication contains changes, proposed changes, and notices about rules and regulations affecting all government agencies and their programs. Federal agencies must publish the program description, eligibility requirements, and program guidelines in the Federal Register. For current subscription costs write to: Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, Dc 20402.

CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE

This publication lists a complete description of every program in the federal government that makes funds available to private business. Write to the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.

COMMERCE BUSINESS DAILY

This publication contains a daily listing of U.S. Government procurement invitations, contract awards, subcontracting leads, sales of surplus property, and foreign business opportunities. For current annual subscriptions costs write to the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, Dc 20402.

THE FOUNDATION CENTER

888 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY 10019, will provide you with a listing of philanthropic foundations. CLICK HERE for books related to Business Foundation Grants * Canada * United Kingdom

FREE FEDERAL MONEY GIVEN AWAY TO ASSIST BUSINESSES GRANT MONEY FOR BUSINESSES IN POOR ECONOMIC AREAS

Contact the Economic Adjustment Division, Director, Economic development Administration, Herbert Hoover Bldg.,Rm. H7217, Washington, DC 20230.

GRANT MONEY FOR MINORITY BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Grants are awarded up to $2 million dollars to stimulate business growth. Contact the Minority Business development Agency, department of Commerce, Washington, DC 20230.

FREE MONEY TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED BUSINESSES

Management and technical assistance is provided free to disadvantaged business. Contact the Associate Administrator for Small Business, 1441, L Street, NW, Rm. 602, Washington, DC 20416.

GRANT MONEY FOR INVESTORS IN RENTAL APARTMENT BUILDINGS WHO ARE IN FINANCIAL TROUBLE

Contact the Chief, Program Support Branch, Management Operations Division, Office of Multi-Family Housing Management, Department of Housing and Development, Washington, DC 20420.

GRANT MONEY FOR WOMEN'S ENTERPRISES

Up to $200,000 dollar grants are awarded to women in business annually. Contact the Grants Management Office, Small Business Administration, 1441 L Street, NW, Washington, DC 20416

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GRANT MONEY FOR REAL ESTATE INVESTORS WHO RENT TO ELDERLY OR HANDICAPPED PEOPLE

Contact the Director, Office of Multi-Family Housing Management, Dept. of Housing and Urban Development, Washington, DC 20410.

GRANT MONEY FOR INDIAN-OWNED BUSINESSES

Contact the Office of Indian Services Director, Bureau of Indian Affairs, 18th & C Streets, NW, Rm. 4600, Washington, DC 20240.

FREE STATE GRANT MONEY

There simply isn't enough room in this report to begin listing all the FREE MONEY programs that are available from the federal and state governments. We can tell you however, the general types of programs that are available and where to begin.

As you contact different agencies for grant money, learn not to accept "no" as a final answer. There are so many new programs being offered each year that often an agency's own employees won't be aware they are offering the one you ask about. If being persistence doesn't help, get in touch with your Congressman and let them track down a program that meets your needs.

TYPES OF PROGRAMS THROUGH STATE & FEDERAL AGENCIES

FREE MONEY

Usually through direct grants that do not have to be paid back.

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BUSINESS CONSULTING

Free management advice is offered on almost every business subject by the Department of Economic Development to minimize new business start-up management costs.

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BUSINESS SITE SELECTION

State hired specialists are available to assist new entrepreneurs select the best possible location for their new business.

MANAGEMENT TRAINING

Most states will assign specialists to work with a new business with one-on-one management training.

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EMPLOYEE TRAINING ASSISTANCE

This program provides FREE MONEY to train employees. FREE MONEY is also available to send employees to school.

RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT GRANTS

FREE MONEY is available to attract high-tech related companies.

PROGRAM CONSULTANTS

States have highly trained management consultants who will locate Federal Grant Programs to help you through the application process.

FORMS & DOCUMENTS

State professionals will help a new business owner apply for permits, licenses, or any other legal document a business may require.

VENTURE CAPITAL FINANCING

This method can provide FREE MONEY in the sense you wouldn't have to pay it back. You would, however, probably have to give up part of the ownership of your business in order to receive financing. Most states have their own venture capital finance firms that invest in high risk businesses.

MINORITIES & WOMEN

FREE MONEY grants are available in most states for women or minorities who want to start a business.

LOW INTEREST LOANS

A state may raise money through industrial revenue bonds to buy your fixed-asset equipment. The public, which invest in these bonds, do not pay taxes on the earned interest. When a low interest loan is granted, the state does not guarantee that investors will get their money back if the business fails. If a state issues a general obligation bond, a public investment is then guaranteed. the states will also make direct loans at low interest, or even co-sign a commercial bank loan. If a state co-signs a loan for you, it may subsidize your interest and reduce an already low-interest rate lower yet.

SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTERS

Every state has Small Business development Centers who can match you with the right FREE MONEY grant program. All development centers offer free counseling to anyone wishing to start or expand a business. Their services are varied but include; FREE seminars, workshops, business planning, feasibility studies, marketing research, management analysis, sales technique, financing, exporting, inventory control, accounting, record keeping, and grant application. Whatever your questions about FREE MONEY grants or starting a business, refer to your telephone directory under State Offices and contact your Small Business development Center.

GETTING FREE MONEY FROM VENTURE CAPITAL SOURCES

A venture capital company is another source for FREE MONEY in financing your business plans. But since they are willing to assume some risk by investing in your business, they also expect some equity in the business itself.

Venture capital companies invest in projects they feel will be successful and bring a return on their investment. If you are interested in asking a venture capital company to invest in your business refer to your telephone directory under Venture Capital Companies or Investment Companies, and contact those who are in the same area you want to start your project in.

SMALL BUSINESS INVESTMENT COMPANIES

Small business investment companies can provide your business with the capital it needs by; 1) giving you a free loan; 2) making a stock investment in your business; or 3) offering a combination of the two.

Small business investment companies are in the business of making money just like any other business. The biggest difference between them and another investor is:

1) They are privately managed firms who are licensed and partially financed by the federal government's Small Business Administration.

2) All of its transactions are regulated by the government.

3) Their success depends on the growth and profits of companies they own stock in. They often give money in exchange for stocks.

4) Their loans usually carry lower interest rates than commercial banks.

5) Straight loans repayments are carried over a longer period of time.

6) Most businesses are eligible, especially if they are 50% minority owned.

For a complete listing of the thousands of Small Business Investment Companies, visit your local library and ask for the SBIC Catalog. Study the catalog and note the companies that specialize in your area of interest. Then write them and request more information on what they have to offer.

WRITING A SUCCESSFUL GRANT APPLICATION

To write a successful grant application for FREE MONEY it should be well planned. You should be familiar with exactly how a particular agency prefers to have their grant proposals completed. If you have no experience in writing grant proposals, this is another area where your Small Business development centers can help.

WORK CLOSELY WITH THE FREE MONEY GRANTOR AGENCY

Once you decide which government agency you want FREE MONEY from, contact them and ask for a grant application. Get to know some of the grantor agency personal. Experts love to talk about their programs, so ask for advice, suggestions, and criticisms about your proposed project.

In most cases, the more the agency knows about your grant proposal, the better your chances will be of getting support from the personnel who ultimately approve your FREE MONET request.

Often it is to the grantor's advantage to send their grant proposal summary to an agency official they have developed a contact relationship with, and ask them to review and return it to you with their comments. Be certain this approach is acceptable with your agency. You wouldn't first want a first draft mistakenly processed before it was finished.

Making a personal visit to the agency's office in your area is also important. Face to face contact will help you understand eligibility requirements, deadlines, maximum FREE MONEY amounts you can apply for, and other details you want to know about. You can also utilize an agency's library and determine through books, brochures, and conversation if there are other agencies you could apply for FREE MONEY. there is nothing that says that you can't apply for, two three, or more FREE MONEY grants at one time!

ESTABLISH YOUR OWN PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

Do some networking and maintain continuous contact with people who can gather information for you about FREE MONEY GRANTS. Nothing can be substituted for personal contact with the decision makers who are in charge of grant programs. Learn to use your personal influence (and theirs) to achieve your goals.

The US. Government Printing Office maintains a wealth of information that people never take advantage of! Write to them and ask for a copy of the "U.S. Government Directory" and ask for a list of books, brochures, and documents that covers your field of interest. Tell them you are especially interested in obtaining information about FREE FEDERAL MONEY that's available to private citizens.

Remember, "FREE FEDERAL MONEY" doesn't mean you have to travel to Washington, DC. It just means finding out where the agencies are within your own state and local government. The contacts you want to make may be only minutes away.


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FREE MONEY FROM THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT FOR SMALL BUSINESSES AND ENTREPRENEURS - by Laurie Blum
Paperback - 1136 pages (April 2001)
infoUSA, Inc.; ISBN: 1878346407 ; Dimensions (in inches): 2.01 x 10.93 x 8.54

A completely revised, updated edition of the bestselling guide to the millions of dollars available for free from the federal government. Even in the best of times, starting and running a small business can be an uphill battle. To help make life easier, Free MoneyTM guru Laurie Blum shows you how to successfully tap into the hundreds of millions of dollars in government funding available free to entrepreneurs and small business owners. Grants range from $5,000 to some in the six figures, and best of all, absolutely none of them ever have to be paid back. 1,500 grants available from 52 government agencies. * Complete addresses, phone and fax numbers, and contact names. * Easy-to-use format with grants grouped by state and according to business category (agricultural, real estate, minorities, general business, R&D, etc.) * Step-by-step instructions on how to apply for a grant and how to write a winning proposal. * Sample application forms and an extensive bibliography listing government and private foundation sourcebooks as well as other helpful publications. LAURIE BLUM is America's Free MoneyTM expert and the author of numerous books on the subject, including her bestseller, Free MoneyTM for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs. She is also the cofounder of Blum & O'Hara, a highly successful fund-raising company headquartered in Los Angeles. Ms. Blum lives in New York City.


The Complete Guide to Getting a Grant: How to Turn Your Ideas into Dollars - by Laurie Blum
Paperback - 368 pages Revised edition (October 1996)
John Wiley & Sons; ISBN: 047115508X ; Dimensions (in inches): 0.95 x 9.00 x 6.14

Everything you need to know to successfully apply for a grant from corporations, foundations, or the federal government This comprehensive resource shows anyone how to tap into the millions in grant dollars available from various institutions. Written for both individuals and companies, it covers every aspect of the grant application process, disclosing bestselling author Laurie Blum's proven strategies for recognizing and developing a good idea, deciding on the appropriate funder, writing the all-important proposal, and following up on responses. * Includes updated cost and statistical information * Features a revised appendix, listing hundreds of the most current resources * Contains sample budgets and proposals * Outlines the do's and don'ts of working with a sponsor

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Hardcover - 224 pages 1 Ed edition (August 31, 2001)
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Specific advice for organizing your grantseeking and taking the fear out of the process Take the fear out of grantseeking using this inspirational and instructional guide. The authors-successful grant-seekers in their own right-show how to overcome the common fears fundraisers often experience and offer sound, practical guidance to successful grantseeking. The book offers specific advice about organizing the grantseeking process and helps readers develop a grant-seeking system that can be used each time they apply for a grant. The authors show the entire process from setting up the grantseeking office to creating documents that will be the building blocks from which all future grant applications can be quickly assembled. It gives readers a systematic and logical way of searching for grants and helps to identify which foundations to approach so fundraisers don't waste time on dead-end proposals. Larissa Golden Brown (Portland, OR) is a trainer, consultant, and grant writer whose clients have included the Portland Opera, Community Outreach, Inc., The Salvation Army, and the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Oregon. Martin John Brown (Portland, OR), an award-winning writer, is Associate Editor of the Bear Deluxe.

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Paperback - 480 pages (May 2000)
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Rodale Press; ISBN: 1579540945

Chock full of big-time freebies like cars, vacations, sports equipment, and food, For the People covers plenty of options for those looking to save money--and all the options are brought to you by Uncle Sam, himself! This handy guide contains a mix of regional and national agencies that are divided into such categories as taxes, travel and leisure, and transportation. In every case, complete contact information is provided--you'll want to read this book with page markers and pen and paper handy to prevent misplacing the phone number for that perfect free campground for your summer vacation. While the index is reasonable and the chapter headings pretty clear, it can still be a frustrating search--with so much packed into the book, you've got to be methodical while using it. Also, because of the quantity of regional events and agencies, you may be frequently disappointed. There are lots of wonderful options out there, but not everyone lives in a large city that offers community gardens, free cultural passes, and food cooperatives. Mixed in with these local helpers are some terrific ideas for making use of national parks and forests, the Small Business Administration, job training, and tax assistance--national freebies that we can all use to good advantage. The chapter on college tuition can earn you thousands. The range of special scholarships available (Employed by the footwear industry? Want to become a bat conservationist?) is astonishing, and high school seniors will be surprised at the rewards available for those willing to write a few letters. Perhaps you're in the market for a new bicycle? Checking into police auctions could save you hundreds of dollars, and here you'll find how to get the best price and selection. With a little effort on your part, this book more than earns its keep.

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The result of 12 months of research, more than 2,000 phone calls, and interviews with more than 1,200 insider sources, For the People is a complete guide to reaping benefits from the government, universities, and nonprofit agencies. Not a dry reference book, For the People is fun as well as practical. Readers will learn how they can get a 20 percent discount on a four-star meal by dining at one of the country's many culinary institutes. They can also cut dental bills by having the work done by qualified students at one of the country's major dental schools.

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With more than 1,000 tips on every aspect of publicly-funded opportunities, For the People is an invaluable and entertaining resource for every American.

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The result of 12 months of research, more than 2,000 phone calls, and interviews with more than 1,200 insider sources, For the People is a complete--and completely fun!--guide to reaping little-known benefits from the government, universities, and nonprofit agencies.

With more than 1,500 tips on every aspect of publicly funded opportunities, For the People is a valuable and entertaining resource for every American.

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As a newspaper reporter and editor, Kevin Ireland reported and wrote about the government for more than 12 years. Still, he's amazed by the hundreds of valuable and little-known government services this book uncovers. He lives in Wescosville, Pennsylvania

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