Part-Time Grant Writer

Junior Players; Fort Worth, Arlington, Dallas (TX, TX, TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Junior Players in Fort Worth, Texas, seeks a part-time Grant Writer to support fundraising through research, proposal development, and reporting.

The role focuses on identifying funders, drafting compelling proposals, coordinating budgets, and preparing donor communications. You’ll work with the Development Director and program staff to capture outcomes and stories that demonstrate impact.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional grant writing experience in nonprofit settings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and proofreading.
• Solid organizational and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Research funding opportunities across foundations, corporations, and government entities.
• Develop compelling grant proposals and budgets.
• Prepare interim and final grant reports.
• Maintain grants calendar and track deadlines.
• Collaborate with staff to gather data and program outcomes.
• Support funder acknowledgments and stewardship.
• Maintain organized grant files and documentation.

Skills

Grant writing

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Deadline management

Microsoft Office/Teams/Google

Education

High school diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

Google Workspace

Job description

Hours: Approximately 15–20 hours per week

Compensation: $25–$35 per hour, commensurate with experience

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Grant Writer is responsible for researching funding opportunities, developing compelling grant proposals, preparing reports, maintaining grant calendars and records, and assists with cultivating relationships with foundations, corporations, and other institutional funders.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Grant Research & Prospect Development

• Research and identify prospective foundation, corporate, government, and other institutional funding opportunities.
• Monitor funding trends, application cycles, eligibility requirements, and areas of funder interest; identify best practices within grant writing and non-profit
• Maintain and regularly update a grants prospect pipeline.
• Conduct research on prospective funders and identify opportunities aligned with Junior Players' programs and strategic priorities.
• Assist with developing funding strategies for new and existing programs.

Proposal Development

• Write, edit, and coordinate compelling letters of inquiry, grant proposals, applications, budgets, and supporting materials.
• Customize proposals to clearly communicate Junior Players' mission, programs, community impact, and funding needs.
• Work with program and administrative staff to gather program information, statistics, stories, budgets, and other required materials.
• Ensure proposals accurately reflect organizational goals, program outcomes, and measurable impact.
• Prepare proposals and supporting materials in accordance with individual funder guidelines and requirements.
• Prepare timely and accurate interim and final grant reports.
• Track grant deliverables, reporting requirements, and deadlines.
• Gather program outcomes, participant data, testimonials, photographs, and other documentation needed for reports.
• Assist with funder acknowledgements and stewardship communications.
• Maintain accurate records of grant submissions, awards, reports, and
• Maintain a comprehensive grants calendar and deadline schedule.
• Track proposal status, funding requests, awards, reporting requirements, and renewal opportunities.
• Maintain organized electronic grant files and supporting documentation.
• Assist with monitoring grant budgets and ensuring that funding requests align with approved uses.
• Provide regular updates to the Development Director regarding grant activity, upcoming deadlines, and funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Development Director, Executive Director, Programming Director, and other staff to develop strong proposals and reports.
• Participate in occasional staff meetings and development strategy sessions.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen Junior Players' institutional fundraising infrastructure and grant systems.
• Support other development projects as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 2+ years of professional grant writing, proposals, reports, or other nonprofit
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and proofreading skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Teams, and/or Google Workspace.
• Minimum high school diploma or GED; some college is preferred but not required
• Ability to research and synthesize information from multiple sources.
• Experience with an arts, youth development, education, or other communitybased nonprofit organization is preferred.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

This position works in an office environment and uses typical office equipment including phones, computers, and printers. Work is conducted in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. The ability to manage stress, build professional and