While there are hundreds of organizations, this is a short list of the best places to start your search. For a complete, searchable database of programs and currently available funding, be sure to check out or recommended grant sources. Our top picks will not only provide you with a detailed and up-to-date list of those available services, but they will help you get approved for the most amount of money possible, as quickly as possible.

Student Aid

• fasfa.ed.gov – Electronically submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
• ed.gov/DirectLoan – U.S. Department of Education’s Direct Loan
• salliemae.com – Student Financial Aid Programs and Consolidation
• staffordloan.com – Stafford Federal Loan Center provides Stafford student loans and consolidation information for undergraduate and graduate students.

Housing Assistance

• nhl.gov/grants/index.cfm – U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Small Business Loans

• sba.gov/services/financialassistance- The SBA offers numerous loan programs to assist small businesses.

This is just the start of what could be a very long list. By contacting these organizations individually, you can request to receive more information about the programs they have available. However, the work has already been done for you through our top grant resource program, which has consolidated all information from hundreds of grant and loan programs across the country. Simply enter your search criteria to view the programs that are most suitable for you, and use the provided resources to complete and submit your application.