Guides
Grant guides
Plain-English walkthroughs of the confusing parts of getting federal grants — registering in SAM.gov, getting your UEI, setting up Grants.gov, how long it all takes, and how to avoid the paid “registration services” that charge for things that are free.
Free checklist
Federal Grant Registration Checklist (SAM.gov + Grants.gov)
The printable 2-8 week registration checklist so a slow SAM.gov approval never costs you a deadline.
Read guide →How to Register to Apply for Federal Grants (Step by Step)
The full registration chain — EIN, SAM.gov/UEI, Login.gov, and Grants.gov — in plain English, with how long each step takes.
Read guide →How Long Does SAM.gov Registration Take?
Official vs real-world timelines, what causes delays, and why your registration must be active the moment you submit.
Read guide →SAM.gov vs Grants.gov: What's the Difference?
Two different systems, one workflow - what each does, and why you register in SAM.gov before Grants.gov.
Read guide →Is SAM.gov Registration Free? How to Avoid the Scams
It's free. Here's how to avoid the paid 'registration services' and where to get real help for $0.
Read guide →UEI vs DUNS: What Changed and What You Need Now
DUNS is gone. The free UEI replaced it - what it is, and how to get yours.
Read guide →Not sure you qualify?
Before you spend weeks on registration, see which federal grants actually fit your situation — free, no signup.