Candid is a research database that provides comprehensive information on nonprofit organizations, foundations, and grants in the United States. It combines the former Foundation Directory and GuideStar platforms, offering access to profiles of grantmakers and nonprofits, including financial data, leadership, mission statements, and program activities. The database is commonly used by researchers, grant seekers, and nonprofit professionals to identify funding opportunities and analyze the nonprofit sector.
Key capabilities include searching for grantmakers by subject area, geographic focus, and type of support; reviewing grant histories and funding patterns; and accessing detailed nonprofit records such as IRS filings (e.g., Form 990s). Candid also supports prospect research, helping users evaluate potential funders or partners and make informed decisions based on verified organizational data.