Since the start of the recession, more and more people have been trying to find free grant money and some of the lucky ones succeed.
The government allots billions of dollars each year for different grant purposes, but most of us have no idea that they are even available.
We all know that the government is very good at doing a lot of talking and saying nothing.
And this is also what they do when it comes to giving out grant money.
Sure they have a bunch of that money put back just waiting for the right person to apply for it, but they forget to let most of us know anything about it, leaving it up to us to find free grant money by ourselves.
That is why it is important to follow these steps, if you want a chance at some free government cash:

1. Decide exactly what you need a grant for.
   Is it for school, to help you start a business, to buy a home?
2. Find out the exact qualifications for the grant.
   Is the grant you want based on income, nationality, or location?
3. Be sure you qualify for the grant money.
   Don't start applying for a grant that you do not even qualify for, as you do not have a chance at getting it.
   
4. Find out what the deadline is for the grant you want.
   Nothing would be more frustrating then finding a grant that you qualify for, filling out the application only to miss the deadline.
   Even if you miss it by a day, you have missed it.
   
5. Make sure you fill out the grant application exactly as stated.
   Even one spelling or grammar error, could disqualify you.
   

Remember, it is up to you to find free grant money, as no one will come knocking on your door with a check just because you qualify.