Grant Writer

Sharing Excess; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Remote; USD 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established nonprofit organization is seeking a passionate Grant Writer to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial in securing funding to support their mission of addressing food insecurity by writing and managing grants. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and skilled in persuasive writing, with the ability to track financial data effectively. Join a forward-thinking team focused on making a lasting impact in the community by connecting surplus food with those in need. If you are eager to contribute to innovative solutions and drive organizational growth, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong persuasive writing skills.
• Experience in grant writing and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Research and write grant proposals to secure funding.
• Maintain accurate reporting for all active grants.
• Assist in developing long-term fundraising strategies.

Skills

Persuasive Writing

Research Skills

Financial Data Tracking

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Grant Management Software

Job description

About Sharing Excess:
Sharing Excess is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit focused on addressing food insecurity by rescuing surplus food and distributing it to those in need. While over 47 million people in the U.S. face food insecurity, nearly 40% of the nation's food supply is going to waste. By partnering with grocery stores, restaurants, wholesalers, and farmers, Sharing Excess has delivered nearly 100 million meals to a network of nonprofits, food banks, and community organizations. We operate with a dynamic, creative team that is laser-focused on improving access to excess food and making food a basic human right. If you're passionate about connecting with people, building innovative solutions, and want to make a lasting impact, look no further than team SE!

Position Overview:

The Grant Writer is responsible for securing funding to support Sharing Excess’s mission by researching, writing, and managing grants. This role plays a key part in aligning funding opportunities with program goals, ensuring compliance with grant requirements, and assisting in the development of long-term fundraising strategies. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, skilled in persuasive writing, and able to track financial data to support grant reporting and organizational growth.

Core Responsibilities:

Grant Writing & Proposal Writing:

1. Research and source, write, and submit grant proposals to foundations, government agencies, and corporate partners.
2. Develop compelling proposals and reports that highlight Sharing Excess’s mission, impact, and financial needs.
3. Collaborate with team members to align funding opportunities with program goals.

Reporting & Expense Tracking:

1. Maintain accurate and timely reporting for all active grants and funding sources.
2. Track project expenses and ensure that they are within budget constraints.
3. Assist in creating financial reports and ensuring compliance with grant requirements.

Fundraising Strategy & Development:

1. Assist in the development of long-term fundraising strategies to support Sharing Excess's programs and growth.
2. Help identify new funding sources and partnerships to enhance the organization’s financial sustainability.

Advising & Support:

1. Provide ongoing advice to senior leadership regarding financial strategies, grant opportunities, and sustainability.
2. Help prepare internal reports and presentations for board meetings and funder updates.

Compensation:

1. Salary: $55,000 annually (commensurate with experience).
2. Flexible Scheduling.
3. Paid Time Off.
4. Comprehensive Health Benefits fully paid after 90 days.
5. Retirement Plan with employer contributions after 6 months.

Work Location:
This position is remote with an expectation of availability during 9am-5pm EST.

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Sharing Excess is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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