ENGL 102: Men, S. - Spark Grant Project: Searching for government sites
Video tutorial: How to find government agencies
Watch this video for a sample search and tips for how to find government sites, agencies, or programs. This video has captions.
Searching for government agencies/programs video tutorial:
Google search tips for finding government sites/programs
Government websites (.gov)
Government sites (at the federal, state, and county level) can provide statistics and reliable information about some topics.
Limit your search to only government websites by using "site:.gov" as part of your search string. (Note that there is no space before or after the colon.)
Here's is an example of what you would type into a Google search bar:
homeless programs tacoma site:.gov
► This search uses keywords to find info about local or county government programs to help homeless populations
Now you try!
Starting points for government sites/programs
Government agencies and departments are often tasked with implementing programs and services. These programs can be at the local (city) level, county, regional, or state level.
Local, regional, and state government sites:
- Pierce County WebsiteOfficial site for the Pierce County government services.
- Neighborhood and Community Services, City of Tacoma"The Neighborhood and Community Services Department (NCS) works to build healthy and successful neighborhoods and households through community problem solving, code compliance, funding human services, and partnering with community members to facilitate safe, clean, and attractive neighborhoods." Browse the menu on the left-hand side to explore specific community services and programs.
- Volunteer Opportunities, Pierce CountyLinks to Pierce County departments and programs with volunteer opportunities
- Access WashingtonOfficial website for Washington State. Find information about the State of Washington, statistics and programs, various resources, and history.
- Tribal Government Resources, WashingtonFrom the Governor's Office of Tribal Affairs site.
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