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GuideStar, now part of Candid, is an information service specializing in reporting on U.S. nonprofit companies. Their primary service is to provide access to a comprehensive database of information on more than 1.8 million IRS-recognized nonprofit organizations. GuideStar aims to promote transparency and enable users to make better decisions regarding their charitable activities by offering detailed information about each organization's mission, legitimacy, impact, reputation, finances, programs, transparency, governance, and so much more.

For nonprofits, GuideStar offers a platform to share their stories and update their organization's profile, which can help increase their exposure and potentially attract more funding. They provide various levels of access to their database, ranging from basic information available for free to more detailed data provided through their subscription services.

Additionally, GuideStar collaborates with a wide range of partners, including other nonprofit organizations, businesses, and foundations, to supply them with the data necessary for due diligence, grantmaking, and research purposes.

For donors, whether individual, corporate, or institutional, GuideStar serves as a resource to verify a nonprofit's legitimacy, evaluate its financial health, and assess its impact, thereby aiding in making informed philanthropic decisions.

Candid, formed from the merger of GuideStar and Foundation Center, has expanded the scope of services to include a broader range of data, tools, and insights for the social sector. This includes resources for finding funding opportunities, learning about philanthropy, and understanding trends and best practices in the nonprofit world.