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About MAGIC
Business and Government Data
MAGIC, the Management and Government Information Center, is a special collection and information service located at Chinn Park Library. MAGIC’s collection focuses on local and state government information and publications.
MAGIC has specialized staff and resources to assist members of the community, including local government agencies and area businesses and nonprofits, to start or grow a business, retrieve industry information, seek grant funding, and access laws and regulations.
PARTNERSHIPS
MAGIC collaborates with local and national organizations that serve the business community:
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Prince William County Economic Development
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Prince William Chamber of Commerce: MAGIC is a Keystone Partner of the Chamber.
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American Library Association (ALA): MAGIC contributes to the ALA's Libraries Build Business initiative and is featured in "Libraries that Build Business: Advancing Small Business and Entrepreneurship in Public Libraries" book. This book spotlights ways to advance entrepreneurship in public libraries. PWPL was one of 30+ libraries nationwide that contributed to this book, highlighting resources and services offered by MAGIC.
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GRANT SERVICES
Prince William Public Libraries is a Funding Information Network Partner of Candid, providing community resources for nonprofit organizations, students, and other individuals seeking foundation grant opportunities.
- Free access to information on grantmakers can be found in the Foundation Directory Online database (FDO) located at Chinn Park Library, (MAGIC) Management and Government Information Center.
- One-on-One Assistance: Contact us to make an appointment for training on how to use the FDO grant database.
- Classes and Training Programs for Nonprofits: PWPL Events and Grantspace.org
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Foundation Directory Online is only available in Chinn Park Library.
The FDO database and grant programs offered in MAGIC are sponsored by the Potomac Health Foundation.
If you would like assistance with government, business, or legal information, please contact MAGIC at [email protected] or 703-792-4880.