Download or read book The Foundation Directory, 1999 Edition written by Foundation Center and published by . This book was released on 1999 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -- Put The Foundation Directory, the classic guide to America's top funders, to work on you fundraising campaign.The new edition of the Directory features current data on the nation's most influential funders, those that hold assets of at least $2 million or distribute $200,000 or more in grants each year. The volume includes key facts on 8,600+ of these important foundations, over 1,000 of which did not appear in the last edition. Directory foundations hold assets in excess of $247 billion and donate well over $12 billion each year. With over 32,000 descriptions of recently awarded grants, the Directory provides fundraisers with unique insight into foundation giving priorities. -- Expand your grantseeking program to mid-sized foundations with The Foundation Directory Part 2.The Directory Part 2 is designed specifically for nonprofit organizations that want to broaden their funding base to include mid-sized foundations, those that hold assets from $1million to $2million or with annual grant programs from $50,000 to $200,000. The new 1999 Edition features over 4,900 of these important foundations, over 1,000 of which are covered for the first time. These grantmakers contribute hundreds of millions of dollars to nonprofits each year, providing crucial support for organizations on both the local and national level. Directory Part 2 includes over 15,900 grant descriptions, often the best indication of giving interests. -- And, we'll update your Directories later in the year with the Supplement. The Supplement provides the latest-breaking news on Foundation Directory and Directory Part 2 grantmakers in updated entries that keep you abreast of recently altered giving interests, new staff, and more