Description
Instrumentl is a comprehensive grant management platform designed to streamline the grant-seeking process for nonprofits, universities, and grant writing consultants. Founded in 2015, Instrumentl has empowered over 4,500 organizations to secure more than $6.7 billion in grant funding. The platform offers a full lifecycle solution, from discovering best-fit grants to managing post-award activities.
Instrumentl's AI-powered matching system analyzes funder profiles against your organization's programs and priorities, providing tailored recommendations. With a database of over 450,000 funder profiles and 36,000 active RFPs, users can find opportunities that align with their mission. The platform's AI drafting tools help users write proposals faster by adapting previous proposals to each funder's context and priorities.
Post-award, Instrumentl simplifies grant management with features like funder budget extraction, live expense tracking, and automated reminders. Users can track deadlines, tasks, and documents in a single, searchable home, ensuring compliance and visibility across teams.
Instrumentl offers several pricing plans tailored to different organizational needs, including Discover, Pre-Award, Full Lifecycle, and Enterprise plans. Each plan provides varying levels of user access and features, such as CRM integration and post-award spend tracking.
The platform is designed for nonprofits of all sizes, particularly those with 501c3 status and $1M+ in operating revenue. Instrumentl is primarily focused on US-based funders, but nonprofits outside the US can also sign up. With its robust features and user-friendly interface, Instrumentl is a valuable tool for organizations looking to enhance their grant-seeking efforts.
Instrumentl's Core Features
AI-powered grant matching
Comprehensive funder database
AI-assisted proposal drafting
Funder budget extraction
Live expense tracking
Automated reminders and tasks
CRM integration
Post-award spend tracking
Customizable grant tracker
Secure data encryption
SOC 2 Type II certification
Free onboarding and support
Integration with accounting systems
Real-time spend alerts
Document library and management
How to use Instrumentl?
Configure: Set up your projects and grant tracker
Use: Discover and apply for grants using AI recommendations
Manage: Track deadlines, tasks, and expenses post-award
Optimize: Use insights and reports to refine your grant strategy
Instrumentl's Use Cases
- Grant Prospecting
- Proposal Writing
- Post-Award Management
- Funder Research
- Team Collaboration
- Deadline Tracking
- Budget Management
- Document Management
- CRM Integration
- Custom Reporting







