# Instrumentl Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Instrumentl the right Grant Management solution for you? Explore 179 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/233384/Instrumentl/reviews --- Instrumentl 5 (179) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/233384/Instrumentl/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of Instrumentl Ease of use 4.9 Customer Service 5.0 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews NB Niki B Director of PhilanthropyPerforming Arts, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It centralizes our funder searches, document storage, and deadline tracking so our team can stay on the same page in one place.“ January 23, 2026 CG Cole G Director of Special Projects and GrantsHealth, Wellness and Fitness, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “I wish I could refine my matches a bit more to more accurately reflect my projects (this could be user error).“ October 6, 2025 DB David B Grants and Development ManagerHealth, Wellness and Fitness, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I've relied on Instrumentl.com for the last 5 years to help boost overall grant funding for a wide variety of nonprofit missions including arts & culture, basic needs, environmental, food security, and Native American services. While I've primarily served Utah nonprofits, Instrumentl.com has helped support my small business in which I provide grant support in Colorado, California, and New York.“ November 14, 2025 Callie S Owner, Grant WriterFund-Raising, Self-employedUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “I wish my core users weren’t able to see each other’s projects. “ February 3, 2026 Dr. Shahnazz B Director of Development and AdministrationNon-Profit Organization Management, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “Instrumentl is a top-tier, comprehensive grant management platform that modernizes how nonprofits and consultants find, pursue, and manage funding.“ January 4, 2026 Lisa F Grant ConsultantNon-Profit Organization Management, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It is a little costly for a small business owner. “ January 6, 2026 Andrea W Development DirectorProfessional Training & Coaching, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “I have worked with nonprofits who did not use grant management software and I have worked with nonprofits who do - the difference is remarkable, and Instrumentl has set the bar for affordable solutions to grant prospecting and management.“ October 27, 2025 KB Kelly B Prospect Research StrategistEducation Management, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “You can abandon it but it will still show. If you delete it, then it won't show any other grant information for that project.“ February 10, 2025 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 179 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Shana W. Director of Development Operations Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Give Your Grants Program a Boost" February 16, 2026 5.0 I love how forward thinking the system is - clearly they are using AI for research and development and are mining a ton of material that is out there but isn't so easy to find (at least not with the time I have to dedicate to research!) But behind that is a team of really awesome, competent people focused on providing incredible 1:1 service to their customers. Pros The system is easy to learn - well thought out, it's clear that they built a program for grants managers and thought through various pain points, like managing deadlines and reporting. It is the first software I've used that has integrated so well with Raiser's Edge which is awesome, because now i'm not having to manage my portfolio in two separate systems. Cons That I waited so long to buy it. It's an investment for sure, but one new funder more than pays for your annual subscription. Alternatives considered [Zeffy](https://www.capterra.com/p/220131/Zeffy/) Reason for choosing Instrumentl It stood out from the crowd immediately. The amazing customer service took it to the next level. Switched from [Candid](https://www.capterra.com/p/237107/Candid/) I felt we'd outgrown the basic version but that the premium and ultra did not get me all of the benefits that Instrumentl. Review Source Response from Instrumentl March 6, 2026 Hi Shana, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such thoughtful feedback! Our team spends a lot of time thinking through the real challenges grant managers face, like keeping track of deadlines, reporting requirements, and juggling multiple systems. So it’s incredibly rewarding to hear that those efforts are making your work easier :) I’m especially glad to hear that the integration with Raiser's Edge NXT has been helpful for you. We know how valuable it is to avoid managing the same information across multiple platforms, so hearing that this has simplified your workflow is wonderful. And truly, thank you for your kind words about our team. Providing thoughtful, responsive support and building real relationships with our customers is something we care deeply about!  Thank you again for sharing your experience and for the important work you’re doing. We’re really grateful to be a part of your journey and look forward to continuing to support you along the way! BN Brianne N. Director of Development Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The investment is worth it!" January 21, 2026 5.0 Just great! From our onboarding call to the recurring emails letting us know what new opportunities are available. I suggest it to all my colleagues in non-profits. I tell them it is an investment, but it pays dividends! Pros The reporting tools. I love that I can run quick reports of each of my initiates and see what open asks I have and what I have received. This saves me a lot of time. Cons The home screen view, being chronological, gets tedious at the end of the year. It would be nice if there were a monthly or quarterly expansion menu. Switched from [Othership](https://www.capterra.com/p/266602/Othership/) Granthub - They closed and offered us half off the first year Review Source Response from Instrumentl February 6, 2026 Hi Brianne - Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! It's great to hear you are loving the ability to run quick reports! Thank you for sharing your feedback about the Home Screen view. We always continue to improve and your feedback is very valuable! If anything else comes to mind, please feel free to share it with us. We're here for you! :D  MR Marcia R. Project Manager Individual & Family Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Well Worth the Investment" March 3, 2023 4.0 Pros We've discovered grants we would never have found without Instrumentl. The ease of reviewing digitized 990s makes this product well worth the investment. The time we save with Instrumentl has already offset our investment in the subscription. Customer support is excellent. I never wait more than 24 hours for a response. Cons The app is complex because of its rich features. It took us a few weeks to learn how to use it effectively. The tutorials are helpful, but they are only accessible once you subscribe. My best advice for trial users is don't pick too many areas of focus when setting up your projects. Review Source Response from Instrumentl April 3, 2023 Marcia, thanks for the kind words! It's incredible to hear about the new funders you have found using Instrumentl. I'm glad those 990 insights are saving you research time. :) We appreciate your recommendation to trial users! I am sending your feedback on to the rest of the team now. Thanks again for taking the time to write this review! ~Rebecca Cally E. Director, Grant Management Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Instrumentl: A True Game-Changer" December 10, 2025 5.0 Instrumentl has been a game-changer! I’ve cut my grant research time by more than half. As the sole staff member responsible for writing and managing grants, this tool has saved me countless hours in researching, writing, and tracking. I especially love the ability to add collaborators, assign tasks, and avoid manually tracking emails and reminders. The Instrumentl team is fantastic to work with—they respond quickly and are always helpful. Pros The most valuable aspect of Instrumentl is the significant time savings it provides. I have reduced my grant research time by more than 50%, which is particularly impactful given that I am solely responsible for writing and managing all grants within my organization. Cons I do not have any significant cons to report. On the rare occasion that I identify an area for potential improvement, I share my feedback with the Instrumentl team. They are highly responsive and genuinely receptive to suggestions, which reinforces my confidence in the platform and its commitment to continuous improvement. Alternatives considered [Grant Lifecycle Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/122147/Grant-Lifecycle-Manager/) Reason for choosing Instrumentl Instrumentl offers a comprehensive solution for grant research and management that significantly reduces time and streamlines processes, making it far superior to other options I have tried. Switched from [Salesforce.org Nonprofit Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/265078/Salesforceorg-Nonprofit-Cloud/) Our organization currently uses Salesforce as an excellent donor management system; however, it is not designed to provide comprehensive grant research and management capabilities. The ability to integrate Instrumentl data with Salesforce has been invaluable. It allows me to minimize time spent on repetitive tasks while ensuring that the information maintained in Instrumentl is also accessible in Salesforce for the rest of our team. This integration streamlines workflows and enhances data consistency across platforms. Review Source Response from Instrumentl February 6, 2026 Hi Cally - Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! We're happy to hear we are able to help you cut your grant research time in half!  Thank you for always sharing your feedback with us, you are helping us improve! If anything ever comes up, feel free to share it with us. We'd love to hear from you! :D  Danielle M. Associate Director of Grants Management Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Overall very happy we switched to Instrumentl!" December 2, 2025 5.0 Overall, I am very happy with my experience with Instrumentl. The support team is great, and I also love that they do professional development workshops. Pros Instrumentl has been a huge asset as both a prospecting tool and a grant management system. I have already found and secured new grants as a result of this tool. It is very user-friendly, and I also like the reporting and tasks features, which help me stay on top of things. Cons It is more expensive than other platforms, but I do think you get what you pay for, and Instrumental is constantly looking to improve and add new features. Alternatives considered [Candid](https://www.capterra.com/p/237107/Candid/) Reason for choosing Instrumentl Customer Service team and overall ease of use of the platform. Review Source Response from Instrumentl December 15, 2025 Hi Danielle, Thank you for reviewing us here on Capterra! It's such an honor that you consider our platform as a major asset for your org in terms of prospecting and grant management! Congrats on finding and winning new grants as a result of utilizing our platform! It's a relief to hear you've found the product user-friendly, and that you enjoy the reporting and Tasks features. I appreciate your honesty around the pricing being higher than perhaps some other platforms out there. Though it's comforting to know that it's all worth it in terms of the value (and funding!) you derive from it. Your kudos to our Support team is well received - thank you! As you said, we will continue to try our best to improve the platform using your feedback. Keep it coming! :D Andrea W. Development Director Professional Training & Coaching Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Instrumental for any nonprofit fundraiser" October 27, 2025 5.0 Overall, my experience with Instrumentl has been very positive. I have worked with nonprofits who did not use grant management software and I have worked with nonprofits who do - the difference is remarkable, and Instrumentl has set the bar for affordable solutions to grant prospecting and management. Pros Instrumentl is an all-in-one grant prospecting and management tool. It integrates well with other systems and workflows to keep us on top of emerging opportunities and saves our team hundreds of hours of work prospecting, qualifying, and project managing. Cons There is such a wealth of information in Instrumentl, it can be difficult to filter out opportunities that aren't a perfect match for mission, goals, or proximity. With experience, this becomes a bit easier, but it is often overwhelming for new users. Alternatives considered [YourCause](https://www.capterra.com/p/222066/YourCause/)[Grant Lifecycle Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/122147/Grant-Lifecycle-Manager/) Reason for choosing Instrumentl Both Foundation Directory and GrantStation returned outdated RFPs or foundations that had dissolved years prior. Neither YourCause nor Foundant was as comprehensive as Instrumentl. Review Source Response from Instrumentl December 15, 2025 Hey Andrea! Thank you for writing this review of your experience with our platform. I'm overjoyed to learn how many hours you've saved from the prospecting features on Instrumentl :D That being said, I do appreciate your thoughts around the wealth of information and sometime having to work to filter out opportunities that aren't a great fit. I'm glad it's easier for you now than when you first began, but we are all ears with any ideas and specific feature feedback! Your extensive experience make it all the more humbling to hear you say we've set the bar for a grant management & prospecting platform. Your perspective carries weight, and we value your ideas and opinions as they come to mind! Thanks again, Andrea! We're here for you as needed :) PB Phyllis B. Fund Development Manager Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "We love Instrumentl software!" January 8, 2026 5.0 \[sensitive content hidden\] , from Sales was patient and helpful as we were trying to decide if we could afford to buy. The onboarding was helpful and there is always someone to answer questions. Our experience has been excellent. Pros The ease of finding potential and matching donors for my NP. I Love that they send updates of new possibility or matches are available for me to look at. Now, i just need to do the research! Cons I have not really found many cons. We have only been using it 4 months, we have submitted to LOI and we got one invitation to submit a full proposal. No cons. Alternatives considered [Candid](https://www.capterra.com/p/237107/Candid/) Reason for choosing Instrumentl The ease of using the software and makes finding potential funders easy. Review Source Response from Instrumentl January 9, 2026 Hello, Phyllis :) We're grateful for the time you've taken to share about your journey with us here at Instrumentl, from speaking with our Sales team to onboarding. Ultimately, we're just happy that you're getting the value out of our platform that you're looking for. It sounds like prospecting is a critical area of the grant lifecycle that Instrumentl is helping you with. We hope to make locating great-fit funders and grants even easier and more fruitful in the future. Any feedback you have for our team goes a long way. Thank you again! Callie S. Owner, Grant Writer Fund-Raising Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Instrumentl Makes My Work a Pleasure" February 3, 2026 5.0 Overall, Instrumentl is one of the reasons I have joy as a grant writer. It makes my job easy with verbal and visual information arranged in a very appealing and accessible interface. I recommend everyone make this one of the tools you work into your budget. Pros My most favorite things about Instrumentl is the ease of the interface. I can easily and quickly find everything I want to know about the grant opportunity, the foundation’s patterns of giving, and why my client was matched to this grant or foundation. I love the comprehensiveness of the database. I can be confident that Instrumentl will ALWAYS find something for me to analyze — whether it’s a grant match or a foundation match that I can look into. Additionally, I can get help on anything. If I can’t find it in the written explanations, there’s a video to watch or I can get quick assistance in a chat. I love that I can allow my team to be core users and have their own login and password, too. It means they can operate independently. This is very important with how I run my business. The convenience of uploading my award letters and having them scoured by the AI feature was AMAZING! I was able to run a report and have every bit of info in a spreadsheet that could be sent to stakeholders. It was fantastic! I LOVE Instrumentl! Cons I have to be my pettiest self to name anything I don’t like about Instrumentl. I wish my core users weren’t able to see each other’s projects. I assume anyone on there is too busy doing their thing to mess with other peoples’ stuff, but it makes me uneasy. (This is an included feature if/ when I move to the next Consultant level…) Sometimes, the effectiveness of the matching is a little overwhelming (really large numbers of matches), but that just means I get to hone the search even more when the results are too expansive. The price is a little high, but I have to believe that I will eventually make the money back because of how well I will be able to serve my clients with this tool… Review Source Response from Instrumentl February 18, 2026 Hi Callie, Thank you so much for this incredibly thoughtful and detailed feedback, it truly means a lot to our team! We’re thrilled to hear how much you’re enjoying Instrumentl, especially the ease of the interface, the depth of the database, and the ability to quickly understand funder patterns and match reasoning. Hearing that Instrumentl brings you joy as a grant writer is one of the highest compliments we could receive. :) As for the number of matches, if you ever want help tightening search criteria, we’d love to support you. Thank you again for such a generous recommendation. It means so much to us that Instrumentl is part of your workflow and your success. If there’s ever anything we can do to make your experience even better, we're here for you. ~Stef AH Amy H. Grant Manager Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Elegant, Insightful and Built with Grant Pros in Mind" March 4, 2026 5.0 Pros Instrumentl is designed to make every stage of an organization’s grant program easier—from researching funding opportunities to drafting proposals to managing an award. Yet what makes the Instrumentl platform genuinely transformative is that it goes far beyond facilitating an individual grant project. Their tools also make it incredibly simple to see patterns and trends in your organization’s data. From quickly projecting exactly where a potential cash flow problem comes from to easily visualizing project deadline bottlenecks, Instrumentl transforms what used to take hours and days of painstaking effort - patching data from across multiple platforms - into simple, easily repeatable tasks that help plan and understand your work in a more comprehensive and meaningful way. It’s delivered through an elegant, easy-to-use interface and supported by a team that truly cares about the customer experience, as evidenced by their listening to and responding to user feedback. Last but not least, they are genuinely building a community. Their webinars are valuable for both the timely, relevant information shared by knowledgeable presenters and the information shared by participants. As a long-time grant professional, I feel seen. Cons I am now going into my third year using Instrumentl, and have found nothing I consider to be a drawback. Review Source Response from Instrumentl March 6, 2026 Hi Amy, Thank you so much for this thoughtful review and for being part of the Instrumentl community for the past three years. It means a lot to hear that the platform has helped you streamline everything from grant research to planning and analyzing your organization’s funding strategy. We’re especially glad the reporting tools, interface, and webinars have been valuable to your work. Our team truly cares about building something that supports grant professionals in meaningful ways, so hearing that you feel seen is incredibly rewarding! Thank you again for sharing your experience and for the important work you do! We're here for you! :) Sara O. CEO Philanthropy Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A Powerful, User-Friendly Tool for Strategic Grant Research" February 2, 2026 5.0 Pros Our team appreciated several key features. The foundation listings reflect open and active opportunities, which saves time and increases efficiency. The platform supports team collaboration well and is intuitive to set up and use. The breadth of grants and foundations available is extensive and continues to grow, and the search functionality is robust, making it easy to identify strong matches. Cons At this time, we have not encountered any notable drawbacks. We have been using Instrumentl for approximately one week. Review Source Response from Instrumentl February 6, 2026 Hi Sara - Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! I'm happy to hear Instrumentl has helped your team save time and increase efficiency! The grants and foundations available is always growing, being able to identify strong matches is a great tool! If anything comes up, we'd love to hear from you! :) DW David W. Grant Manager Higher Education Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "The top software available for grant management professionals" August 27, 2024 5.0 It's an excellent product, paired with excellent customer service. What else can you ask for? Pros 1\. Comprehensive grant opportunity discovery, curated by dedicated experts who meticulously summarize and keep opportunities up-to-date. 2. Detailed funder profile reports, featuring data extracted from funders' 990 forms, offer valuable insights into funding patterns, geographical distributions of grants, average grant sizes, and more. 3. Beyond grant opportunity aggregation, Instrumentl provides a robust project management tool that enables you to oversee your entire grant pipeline, track opportunity stages (e.g., researching, application in progress, application submitted, awarded, declined), and assign tasks to collaborators. Cons I wish that access to their API was a bit more affordable. Alternatives considered [Candid](https://www.capterra.com/p/237107/Candid/) Reason for choosing Instrumentl Better insights into funders and more comprehensive and up-to-date opportunities Review Source Response from Instrumentl November 18, 2024 Hey David, I want to remind you how much we appreciate you sharing your Instrumentl journey with us! We're always so happy to see you're making the most of our powerful grant management tools :) We're always continuing to expand and improve our API capabilities -- thank you for growing with us. As always, don't hesitate to reach out to our support team anytime -- we'd always love to hear from you! ~Sindhu SC Sheri C. Grant Consultant Civic & Social Organization Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great product" May 16, 2024 5.0 I have had nothing but outstanding experiences and results Pros I loved the ease of sorting though thousands of grants to find the most relevant to my projects. Cons I wish there could be more sub users per subscription. I would pay a premium for more sub users. Currently each account can have two. Switched from [Canditech](https://www.capterra.com/p/267592/Canditech/) I still use both softwares. I primarily rely on Instrumentl Review Source Response from Instrumentl May 17, 2024 Hi Sheri -- We're stoked to hear that we've made your prospecting easier and more targeted! Just as an FYI, different plans can have different numbers of users and you can always add more! Just reach out to our support team for more information :) Again, thank you for your kind words and for being with us! Please feel free to reach out any time you need anything. ~Eric Leigh B. Senior Manager, Institutional Giving Fund-Raising Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Time saving wonder for grant searching and analysis!" April 29, 2024 5.0 Everyone I've met at Instrumentl has been extremely helpful and I've never seen another product like this. Pros Instrumentl saves me hours of work with its 990 report by putting data that I used to have to painstakingly pull from each 990 in a beautiful and functional format! Cons There are so many features that I haven't had time to explore yet. Switched from [iWave](https://www.capterra.com/p/229663/iWave/) Instrumentl provides 990 data in a format that allows me to really analyze it with ease. Review Source Response from Instrumentl April 30, 2024 Hi Leigh -- It's awesome to hear how our 990 data and analytics saves so much time, allowing you to focus on the important task of finding grants! We hope our features continue to make your work easier as you keep exploring everything Instrumentl has to offer. Thanks for being with us! Please feel free to reach out any time you need anything :) ~Eric CH Caron H. Grants Compliance Manager Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Instrumentl -- what you need for prospecting and tracking your grants" April 18, 2025 5.0 I've been working in grants since 2004, and in my time using different software, this is the most intuitive and easy-to-use grants prospecting and tracking program I have encountered. Pros The ease with which I can conduct prospect research, track opportunities through moves management, and pull reports to keep my boss in the know. Cons At first, it's almost overwhelming the amount of matches you can get, but once you learn to filter you can drill down and get to the best prospects. Review Source Response from Instrumentl April 21, 2025 Hi Caron, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this candid review of your experience using Instrumentl! It makes our team so happy to see you've been able to prospect successfully and keep your boss up to date using the reporting features. We're humbled by your words, knowing that in the 20+ years you've been working in grants, our platform is the most intuitive you've used. We're all ears for any feedback or ideas you have down the line. We appreciate you! <3 Best, Nate KL Kristopher L. grant writer social media sound lights camera and photographer Fund-Raising Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Amazon Incentive Review for Instrumentl" March 31, 2025 5.0 ability to help discover relevant grant opportunities and the funders and the filtering options that narrow down the search. Instrumentl saves time in the grant seeking process as the platform automates tasks like tracking deadlines and funder requirements, freeing up grant writers to focus on writing proposals. Instrumentl's grant management features are generally well-received. Users find it helpful for keeping track of grant applications, deadlines, and reporting requirements. As a smaller nonprofits, find Instrumentl to be expensive. However, many users believe that the benefits of the platform outweigh the cost via helping secure more funding. Instrumentl receives positive feedback for its customer support while I appreciate the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. Pros The platform has a powerful database that helps users discover, research, and apply for funding all in one location. Cons The platform operates on a subscription basis. Review Source LC Lynn C. Principal and Co-Founder Writing and Editing Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Instrumentl is a game changer for development professionals" March 17, 2025 5.0 Outstanding--I use Instrumentl nearly everyday to learn information about funders and funding opportunities. It has boosted our research capabilities. Customer service is fantastic too. Pros Instrumentl is a game changer for grants research. It is a robust search engine that helps find new funding opportunities and easily see grant ranges and giving history. It also alerts you when grant opportunities are due as well as any changes in an opportunity. It is amazing and essential software for development professionals. Cons No cons! It is easy to use and navigate. I love it. Review Source Response from Instrumentl March 21, 2025 Hey Lynn! I love reading about how Instrumentl has provided you with essential information about funders and their grant opportunities. We definitely strive to boost our customers' research capabilities, as you put it. It's great to hear how the opportunity updates + new matches alerts have helped you stay up to date with possible grant opportunities and when applications need to be submitted. While I love seeing that you think our customer service is 'fantastic' and there are no "cons", please do share any feedback or ideas with us directly once something comes to mind! Thank you so much for this review! Best, Nate KS Kristen S. Manager of Youth Programs Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Ease of Use and Collaboration" October 24, 2025 5.0 Pros We have brought a new grant writer on to our team and Instrumentl has been a game changer in the way we approach tasks and management of grant funding. We have been able to upload old documents to this new system to ensure we meet our timelines. Cons I have enjoyed our onboarding calls and have learned so much about all of the new features that Intrumentl provides that we were not aware of. I would say that overall, I would appreciate more communication around new tools being released or a notification of new tools. Review Source Response from Instrumentl December 15, 2025 Hi Kristen, We appreciate you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. It's "music to our ears" seeing that you've been able to better approach tasks and grant management, meet your deadlines, and upload your historic documents so all is in one place. Thanks for sharing your interest in more proactive communication around new tools and features launched on our platform. I will be sure our internal team sees this feedback! If more ideas, questions or comments arise, just send them our way ;) LF Lisa F. Operations and Communications Coordinator Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Instrumentl is the best grant management platform for any organization!!" February 13, 2025 5.0 It has been a game-changer for our organization! We feel it is the best management tool online. This platform is easy to navigate, organize, and track all our grants. It also saves us time in searching for grants on our own. Pros Instrumentl is very helpful in searching for grants that are a good fit for our organization and offers more opportunities than we were aware of. Cons A few times it can be overwhelming with all the reminders of the deadlines. Review Source Response from Instrumentl February 21, 2025 Hello Lisa :) It's such a delight reading about how our platform has not only saved you time but helped you find even more funding opportunities than you had hoped for! The weekly Deadline Digest emails are meant to help, so if you find them overwhelming, feel free to edit your notification settings to quiet the "noise". Thank you for sharing about your experience on our platform - it means a lot! ~Nate LK Lauryn K. Director of Development Fine Art Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Instrumentl Has Played a Crucial Role in Helping Charleston Stage Discover More Grant Opportunities!" November 11, 2024 5.0 Pros Instrumentl has truly been a game-changer for us in connecting with new grant opportunities. It’s opened up doors to foundations, both local and beyond, that we never knew existed. We’ve been especially excited to discover private foundations in our own community, and the ability to see who they’ve funded in the past gives us valuable insight into how we can approach our proposals and make the most of each opportunity. Cons One challenge we faced when transitioning to Instrumentl was moving our data from a spreadsheet format into the software. Some of the information didn’t transfer exactly as we had hoped, which led to a few hiccups in the process. That said, we were incredibly grateful for Instrumentl’s support team—they were there to help every step of the way and made the troubleshooting process much smoother. Review Source Response from Instrumentl November 18, 2024 Hey Lauryn, So happy to hear you've opened up a world of possibilities with Instrumentl! Our team is always here for you, hiccups and all :) Don't hesitate to reach out anytime -- we'd always love to hear from you! ~Sindhu KB Katelyn B. Director of Volunteer and Program Operations Financial Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "We are grateful for Instrumentl! " January 6, 2025 5.0 Overall, I think the reporting features are great, the research features are great, the usability is high and it has been an incredible upgrade to our fundraising process. I would definitely recommend to others. Pros As a new/temporary development person here, I greatly appreciate that Intstrumentl does a HUGE amount of the grant research for you in finding things that would be a potential fit for your organization. It is also nice that multiple people can contribute to different grant processes and anyone with an account can check the system for details and updates so the process isn't siloed. Cons When you make different projects that you are researching for, it will recommend some of the same grants for different categories. If you have certain members applying for a certain category, it can lead to duplicated efforts. However, if you are communicating properly it hasn't actually become an issue yet where we double submit a grant. Review Source Response from Instrumentl February 21, 2025 Hi Katelyn! Thanks for taking the time to share about your experience using our platform - it means a lot to our team and hopefully others who come across your review. It's "music to our ears" knowing the Project<>Funding Opportunity/Funder Matching has made life easier for you. I find it gratifying knowing that our platform has made collaboration easy for your team. Great callout regarding funding opportunities matches to two or more projects on an account. We do flag each of those in the Matches view with a green banner: '<3 Saved | \[X number of projects\]' where you can hover over it to see the names of the projects. That being said, you bring up a good point about not wanting to duplicate efforts. I will pass feedback this along to our Product team, thank you! We're all ears if you more feedback comes to mind :) ~Nate VR Verified Reviewer Grant Consultant Fund-Raising Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Instrumentl is a No-Brainer Business Builder" August 21, 2024 5.0 A bit intimidated at first, but with the use and ease of the tutorials and workshops, onboarding and getting acclimated went really smoothly. I am still interested in more classes to deepen my workability with the platform, but overall I rarely run into an issue. Pros I love that everything in my grant landscape is in one home. Every client, every application (finished and upcoming), every funder. In addition, it is a fantastic project management tool. I can create tasks, upload the calendar, and set my notifications to my liking. Cons Honestly, the price. As a solo entrepreneur, it's a bit steep. I'm beginning on the venture of building my business and Instrumental, I believe, is instrumental to my success, but it is hard to justify the cost for only a handful of clients. Review Source Response from Instrumentl November 18, 2024 Hey there, I just wanted to remind you how much we appreciate you sharing your Instrumentl journey with us! happy to hear Instrumentl's been a wonderful grant management tool for you to manage your clients' needs :) FYI: We're expanding our selection weekly customer events, grant workshops, and other live trainings! We want to ensure all customers, whether new to the platform or a longtime user, can continue to learn at all levels :) As always, don't hesitate to reach out to our support team anytime -- we'd always love to hear from you! ~Sindhu KS Katherine S. Grant Writer Public Policy Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "The grant tracker that everyone needs" August 13, 2024 5.0 Overall, my experience has been great. Every time I reach out to the support team they respond quickly and with solutions. I had a couple meetings right off with\[sensitive content hidden\] to help make sure I was using Instrumentl to the best of my ability and that was super helpful. Pros Instrumentl allows you to seamlessly track your current grants AND prospects in one place, with room for report deadlines, application deadlines, and color-coded statuses! Cons Getting set up takes a bit of time, but it's worth it to get it off the ground. Review Source Response from Instrumentl October 21, 2024 Katherine, Thanks so much for sharing your perspective! Sounds like the initial investment in platform knowledge paid off well :) Glad to hear you've been receiving the support you deserve. ~Sindhu AJ Amy J. Nonprofit Consultant Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A Dream Come True for Grant Writers" June 7, 2024 5.0 I am a fan and recommend Instrumentl to all of my nonprofit clients and fellow grant writing colleagues. The price is a bit high for a one-person consulting and grant writing office, but it is worth every penny in terms of the hours I gain back from not having to use archaic and non-integrated grants research and management websites and spreadsheets. Pros The integration of funder research and data with grants managment is incredible. In the past, I have had to manage deadlines, research, contacts, tasks, and assignments, and attachments in several different software applications, but with Instrumentl, everything in one beautiful, easy-to-use cloud-based website. I can't imagine doing grants research and grant writing without Instrumentl! Cons I wish I were able to narrow down my grants research filters a little more so that it only finds funders that fit ALL of my research parameters instead of ANY of my research parameters. I do have to spend quite a bit of time diving into all of the potential matches to filter out funders that don't match all of my research criteria. Review Source Response from Instrumentl June 11, 2024 Hi Amy -- Wow, thank you for your kind words! We're so happy to hear that Instrumentl has been essential to making both your prospecting \*and\* grant management easier! Definitely understand your desire for tighter and more robust grant filtering as well. I'll be sure to pass this feedback along to our product team :) Please feel free to reach out any time you need anything. ~Eric CD Christopher D. Chief Development Officer Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great tool for grants" July 10, 2024 5.0 I really think it is a great tool. It was easy to jump right in and use it without much difficulty. There is a vast amount of information and the tracking features are wonderful. Pros It is easy to navigate. Lots of great information. Very user friendly. Great reminder system. Cons Nothing to note at this point. All things work and the functionality is great. Review Source Response from Instrumentl July 11, 2024 Hi Christopher -- Thank you the kind words! We're happy to hear we've created a user friendly and easy to use system for you to track, manage, and prospect for grants :) Please feel free to reach out any time you need anything. ~Eric ES Erin S. Grants and Experiential Design Specialist Non-Profit Organization Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "High favorable opinion on Instrumentl" November 17, 2023 5.0 It has been a very positive experience. The trainings and workshops provided bring an extra layer of value for the subscription and have helped me in my grant writing professional development. Pros I love being able to look up a foundation I just learned about to check out their funding priorities, giving level, requirements and deadlines. I recommend the platform to anyone looking to break into a grant writing career as well as to organizations who need a grant finding and management platform. Cons For me its just an extra tracking document to update as I am required to track other organizational documents for internal use. Just a little extra work on my part. Review Source Response from Instrumentl November 21, 2023 Erin -- I'm so glad that you like the funder 990 pages and being able to find information on their grants and giving! We'll be in touch to understand how we can better support you to reduce the duplication of work for tracking. It's good to have you onboard! ~Tracie Similar Products Featured