Grants Coordinator & Development Strategist

Together SC; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hope Center for Children is seeking a Grants Coordinator to lead grant writing, budgeting, and reporting efforts. You will work with the Development Team, CFO, and program leadership to advance grant funding and ensure timely submission of proposals and reports.

The role requires strong writing, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects while adhering to ethics in fundraising. This in-person position supports children and families served by HCFC.

Qualifications

• Grant writing experience required; federal grant experience preferred.
• Comfort with web searches and software to research, track, and report grants.
• Strong professional writing skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lead multiple long and short-term projects with deadlines.
• Commitment to fundraising ethics and serving children and families.

Responsibilities

• Research prospective funders and grant opportunities aligned with HCFC's mission.
• Draft grants and sponsorship applications with budgets and attachments.
• Coordinate with program supervisors and finance to gather information before deadlines.
• Maintain grant calendar/database and ensure timely submissions and reporting.
• Manage grant reporting and progress reporting to meet contract terms.
• Draft and review donor communications, invitations, and fundraising letters.
• Coordinate with Development Team to schedule press releases.
• Cultivate relationships with grantors and attend related fundraising events.
• Provide back-up for OneCause and Network-for-Good platforms as needed.
• Support Special Events and donor stewardship efforts.

Skills

Grant writing

Professional writing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Hope Center for Children is seeking a Grants Coordinator to lead grant writing, budgeting, and reporting efforts. You will work with the Development Team, CFO, and program leadership to advance grant funding and ensure timely submission of proposals and reports.

The role requires strong writing, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects while adhering to ethics in fundraising. This in-person position supports children and families served by HCFC.