In many instances, research is required to improve your chances of preparing a successful proposal. The following websites may be helpful to grant seekers.

CompletePlanet http://completeplanet.com Searchable collection of thousands of databases and websites in all subject areas.

Dogpile http://www.dogpile.com All the best search engines piled into one.

Northern Light http://www.northernlight.com A researcher’s favorite. It has advanced features and in addition to Web links, it also links to reports and articles which can be viewed for a fee.

About.com http://www.about.com Network of Web sites on a wide range of topics, run by more than 700 subject expert guides.

Librarians Index to the Internet http://lii.org Collection of reference sources available on the Internet. Organized by subject, it is a good source for Web sites.

www.manta.com Information on privately held corporations.

www.Sunbiz.org Information on Florida corporations.

www.Zoominfo.com Data on people and companies.

www.Hoovers.com Data on companies and people.