OpenWater Grant Management

6.2easy start · #20 of 29
in Event Abstract Management Software

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Runs on Android, Web.

OpenWater Grant Management is ranked #20 of 29 in event abstract management software on The Geeks Club. It runs on Android, Web.

OpenWater Grant Management plans and pricing

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Custom subscription Not published Subscription-based; custom quote based on individual usage needs Pricing varies by usage openwater.com · 30 Sept 2026

Compared on event abstract management software

Application intake: custom
Review workflow: advanced
Award management: advanced
Grantee portal: full
Reporting and compliance: advanced

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The record

Purpose: OpenWater provides grantmakers with software for managing applications, reviews, communications, and grant program data.
Who it serves: The grant software is designed for grant administrators at foundations, government agencies, associations, and higher education institutions.
Grantmaker focus: OpenWater’s grant management tools are designed for grantmakers, not grant recipients.
Application forms: Its drag-and-drop form builder supports conditional logic and attached files of any size.
Post-award tracking: Dashboards track decisions and reports, while fund tracking covers funding amounts, payment dates, and program budgets.
Reporting: The platform provides reporting and analytics for reviewing program data and tracking outreach and follow-ups.
Integrations: OpenWater says it integrates with more than 65 AMS, CRM, directory, and payment gateway solutions, including iMIS, Salesforce, Higher Logic, Stripe, and PayPal.
Security and privacy: Listed safeguards include SSO, app encryption, two-factor authentication, CAPTCHA, password strength requirements, GDPR support options, and a requirement that integrated payment gateways be PCI-compliant.
Mobile and accessibility: Submission landing pages are mobile-responsive, the OpenWater app supports administrative and review functions from any device, and the platform supports WCAG compliance.
Support: OpenWater says implementation includes a dedicated representative, support queries average a 10-minute response, and it guarantees an answer within one business day.
Notable limitation: OpenWater does not support recommendation requests directly within the platform.
Company history: OpenWater says it launched its brand in 2014 and was acquired by Advanced Solutions International in 2022.
Founded: 2014
Headquarters: Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Where it ranks on The Geeks Club

Best Event Abstract Management Software in 2026#20 of 29
Best Grant Management Software in 2026#4 of 26
Best Awards Management Software in 2026#12 of 25

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Sources

openwater.com/grant-management-software/· checked 30 Sept 2026
openwater.com/llm-info· checked 30 Sept 2026
openwater.com/faqs· checked 30 Sept 2026