FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about FundScout.
Does FundScout guarantee I'll get funding?+
No. FundScout provides funding research, educational resources, application support, and writing assistance. We do not guarantee grant, scholarship, loan, or funding approval. Final eligibility, deadlines, and award decisions are determined solely by each funding organization.
How does FundScout find opportunities?+
We continuously scan 30+ verified sources including grants.gov, SBA, scholarship databases, and nonprofit grant directories. Every opportunity is validated, deduplicated, and reviewed before it reaches you.
What types of funding can I find?+
Scholarships, federal and state grants, business funding, nonprofit grants, research funding, fellowships, and individual assistance programs across all categories.
How does the matching work?+
Your funding profile—including your user type, demographics, location, education, business details, and funding needs—is compared against opportunity eligibility criteria to generate a personalized match score.
Is my information secure?+
Yes. Your profile and documents are stored securely and never shared with third parties. We use industry-standard encryption to protect your data.
Can I cancel anytime?+
Absolutely. You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your subscription at any time—no contracts, no hassle.
What's included in the Writing Center?+
The Writing Center helps you draft grant proposals, scholarship essays, personal statements, business plans, and more. Premium and above also get proposal reviews with detailed feedback.
Do you offer human review of proposals?+
Yes! Premium Plus subscribers get priority human expert reviews in addition to automated feedback.
How often are opportunities updated?+
Our scrapers run daily across 30+ sources, so you always have access to the latest verified opportunities.
Can I sync deadlines to my calendar?+
Yes. You can track deadlines in-app and export them to your calendar so you never miss an important date.
FundScout provides funding research, educational resources, application support, and writing assistance. We do not guarantee grant, scholarship, loan, or funding approval. Final eligibility, deadlines, and award decisions are determined solely by each funding organization.