Federal grants are financial assistance given by the United States government to support groups and agencies.  There are grant programs being offered by federal agencies, every year there are about 1,000 grant programs offered.  Grants can be used by the non-profit and non-government organizations like foundations and charities.

Those who can apply for a grant should establish that they are organizations established for public purpose.  Federal grants are provided to increase the capability of the organization to provide public service and public-driven activities.

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According to USAspending.gov, a website that promotes transparency, stated that in 2008, the United States government spent $106.464 billion dollars for federal grants. Last 2004, the government spent $15.5 billion, and from this amount education has the largest share of 23.4 percent, while health share followed suit with 22.3 percent.

Everybody seems to award health grants, the federal government, state and  even city governments award health grants.  Aside from federal grants, there are also big private foundations and organizations that award health grants and health care aids.

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Is It Really True?

Contrary to what most people think, there are no small business grants offered by the federal government.  What the United States government has is a Small Business Association whose responsibility is to provide assistance to small businesses.

In the midst of a great economic crisis hampering the country, small business owners are looking for ways on how to keep their business thriving.  But the Small Business Administration (SBA) offers loan programs which small businesses can take advantage and get help from.

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