Get your organization grant-ready: registrations, financial systems, and the tools you need to win and manage federal and state funding.
Most federal grants require active SAM.gov and Grants.gov registrations before you can apply — and those can take time to set up. Start there, then use the readiness tools below. RLEDC also offers hands-on grant readiness support through our Government & Municipal Services.
SAM.gov
The mandatory federal registration for any entity seeking federal funding. Free to register — never pay a third party for this.
Visit ResourceGrants.gov
The central portal for finding and applying to federal grant opportunities across every agency.
Visit ResourceCandid / Foundation Directory
Research private foundation grants and nonprofit funding. Many libraries offer free access to the full Foundation Directory.
Visit ResourceUSDA Rural Development
Your local USDA Rural Development contacts for rural business, community facility, and infrastructure grants.
Visit ResourceNM EDD
State grant programs, LEDA, JTIP, and business development resources specific to New Mexico.
Visit ResourceCouncil of Nonprofits
Plain-language guidance on what funders look for and how to build the internal systems grants require.
Visit Resource