Summary
Learn how to create a GrantForward account using your Winona State University email address, verify your account, and build a researcher profile. This article also explains how to enhance funding recommendations by adding research interests, keywords, and notification preferences so you can receive personalized grant opportunities.
Body
Question
- How do I create a GrantForward account using my Winona State University email address?
Answer
GrantForward is a funding opportunity database available to Winona State University faculty and staff. Creating a profile allows GrantForward to recommend funding opportunities based on your research interests, keywords, and areas of expertise.
Steps to Register for a GrantForward Account
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Navigate to https://www.grantforward.com
- Select Sign Up in the upper right corner
- Enter the following
- Your Winona State University email address
- Name
- Password
- Select a unit or the default option if your unit is not listed
- Select a user type
- Default
- Student - Undergraduate or Graduate Student
- Researcher - Employee conducting research
- Staff - Employee seeking non-research grants
- Select Create My Account
- Open the verification email sent by GrantForward
- Select the verification link to activate your account
- Sign in to GrantForward
Complete Your Researcher Profile
After signing in:
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Select My Profile
- Enter your:
- Research interests
- Keywords
- Academic disciplines
- Publications (optional)
- Professional background (optional)
- Save your profile
The more complete your profile, the more accurate GrantForward's funding recommendations will be.
Troubleshooting
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I did not receive the verification email.
Check your Junk or Span folder
Verify that you entered your WSU email address correctly
Request a new verification email from the GrantForward login page
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My profile is not generating recommendations.
Review your profile and add additional research keywords and interests.
Allow GrantForward time to update recommendations after profile changes
Next Steps
Once your profile is complete, create and save saved searches to receive automatic notifications when new opportunities match your interests.
Learn More
Need additional information or assistance? Search our Service Catalog, email grants@winona.edu, or call 507.457.5519.
WSU Grant & Research Services
Winona | Maxwell 155
Email
507.457.5519