Candid (GuideStar) MCP Server for Claude Code 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes
Claude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Candid (GuideStar) as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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# Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
claude mcp add candid-guidestar --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
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About Candid (GuideStar) MCP Server
Connect your Candid (formerly GuideStar) account to any AI agent and orchestrate your non-profit research, due diligence, and philanthropic data workflows through natural conversation.
Claude Code registers Candid (GuideStar) as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Candid (GuideStar) data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Organization Oversight — Search for non-profits by name, location, or NTEE code and retrieve basic metadata using the Essentials API.
- Deep-Dive Profiles — Access comprehensive data (Premier tier) including mission statements, leadership, and detailed financials.
- Charity Compliance — Verify IRS tax-exempt status and eligibility to receive tax-deductible contributions using the Charity Check tool.
- Financial Auditing — Retrieve detailed financial records and IRS Form 990 data straight from your workspace.
- Demographics Analysis — Access diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) data for organizations to inform your philanthropic strategy.
- Organization Discovery — Use the EIN (Employer Identification Number) as a primary key to fetch 760+ data fields for individual entities.
The Candid (GuideStar) MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
How to Connect Candid (GuideStar) to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to integrate the Candid (GuideStar) MCP Server with Claude Code.
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
Add the MCP Server
Run the command above in your terminal
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
Start using Candid (GuideStar)
Ask Claude: "Using Candid (GuideStar), show me...". 10 tools are ready
Why Use Claude Code with the Candid (GuideStar) MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Candid (GuideStar) through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Candid (GuideStar) tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Candid (GuideStar) + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Candid (GuideStar) MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Candid (GuideStar) tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Candid (GuideStar) nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Candid (GuideStar) outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Candid (GuideStar) status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Candid (GuideStar) MCP Tools for Claude Code (10)
These 10 tools become available when you connect Candid (GuideStar) to Claude Code via MCP:
get_charity_check_pdf
Generate a PDF report for compliance record-keeping
get_demographics
Get DEI data for a nonprofit
get_grant_details
Get specific details for a grant
get_nonprofit_eligibility
Verify nonprofit eligibility for specific donation platforms
get_nonprofit_essentials
Get core details for a nonprofit by EIN
get_nonprofit_news
Get real-time social sector news related to a nonprofit
get_nonprofit_premier
Get comprehensive deep-dive data for a nonprofit by EIN
search_grants
Search for grants awarded by foundations
search_nonprofits
Search for nonprofits using filters
verify_charity_status
Verify an organization's eligibility to receive tax-deductible contributions
Example Prompts for Candid (GuideStar) in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Candid (GuideStar) immediately.
"Search for non-profits in 'Miami' with the name 'Red Cross'."
"Get detailed financial info for EIN 13-162xxxx."
"Verify the charity status for EIN 52-153xxxx."
Troubleshooting Candid (GuideStar) MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Candid (GuideStar) to Claude Code through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Candid (GuideStar) + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Candid (GuideStar) MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Connect Candid (GuideStar) with your favorite client
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Connect Candid (GuideStar) to Claude Code
Get your token, paste the configuration, and start using 10 tools in under 2 minutes. No API key management needed.