What is a Grant from the Government?
A grant is one of the ways the government funds ideas and projects to provide public services and stimulate the economy. Grants support critical recovery initiatives, innovative research, and many other programs listed in the
Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA).
Who May Receive a Grant?
The federal government typically awards grants to state, personal use and local governments, universities, researchers, law enforcement, organizations, and institutions planning major projects that will benefit specific parts of the population or the community as a whole.
Contrary to what you might see online or in the media, the federal government offer grants to individuals to start a business, or cover personal expenses. However, the government offers federal benefit programs designed to help individuals and families in need become self-sufficient or lower their expenses.
