Grants Writer (Volunteer Opportunity)

F.O.C.U.S; Atlanta (LA); Remote; USD 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established non-profit organization focused on community development is seeking a passionate Volunteer Grant Writer. This role is pivotal in securing funding to support impactful initiatives. As a Grant Writer, you will research grant opportunities, draft proposals, and assist with reporting requirements. The position offers a flexible commitment of 5-10 hours per month, allowing you to enhance your skills while contributing to meaningful projects. Join a dedicated team and play a vital role in empowering communities and building sustainable legacies.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and flexibility required.
• Experience writing grants and crafting compelling stories is a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Research prospective grant-makers and draft compelling proposals.
• Compile internal data and interview local volunteers for stories.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Proficiency with GSuite

Education

Experience in grant writing

Tools

GSuite

Job description

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Volunteer Grant Writer

Employer: F.O.C.U.S

Location: Remote

Salary: Volunteer / $65,000 after 6 months or after 25% of fundraising goal reached, whichever comes first

Length of Appointment: 6 months

Time Commitment: Approximately 5-10 hours per month (flexible based on grant cycles)

Closing date: May 28, 2025

Position Summary

This position supports the Regional Development/Fundraising department. Assist with research and documentation relating to grants and foundations.

F.O.C.U.S Inc., a budding non-profit focused on community development, economic stimulation, health, and education, is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Volunteer Grant Writer to help secure funding that supports our mission. The Grant Writer will research potential grant opportunities, draft compelling proposals, and assist with reporting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Research prospective grant-makers, including charitable giving history, Form 990s, and grant guidelines.
• Draft grant proposals, LOIs, and additional materials.
• Assist with writing final proposals, impact reports, and preparing stewardship materials.
• Help brainstorm creative and strategic ways to connect our mission to a foundation's priorities.
• Compile internal data on service delivery by utilizing RC View to create a map of FOCUS’s impact within a donor’s community.
• Interview local volunteers and clients to capture stories and quotes of mission delivery that can be used in proposals.
• Compile and archive completed grants per grant management protocol and audit compliance.
• Create and maintain grant calendar to track proposal and report deadlines.
• Attend donor visits where appropriate to share mission moments.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and flexibility
• Strong writing skills
• Ability to plan, organize and complete multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to coordinate and organize multiple functions and activities
• Work with extremely tight deadlines
• Proficiency with GSuite programs is required
• Ability to effectively maintain the security of sensitive and confidential information
• Willingness to comply with current F.O.C.U.S policies
• Experience writing grants and crafting compelling stories is a major plus

Development Opportunities

• Enhance grant research and management abilities
• Continue to develop writing skills
• Play a significant role in helping F.O.C.U.S and our partners carry out its mission of empowering communities to build sustainable and economically sound legacies
• Build leadership skills
• Connect to community and meet with leaders as a representative of F.O.C.U.S
• Gain professional fundraising experience with well-recognized and respected community leaders

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other

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