Volunteer Grantwriter

Minnesota Council of Nonprofits; United States; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local animal welfare organization is seeking a Volunteer Grant Writer to prepare grant proposals and support documentation for funding. This role involves communicating with leadership, collaborating with volunteers, and managing deadlines, contributing to projects aimed at reducing animal suffering. Ideal candidates will have strong writing skills, previous grant writing experience, and a commitment to the mission.

Benefits

Make a difference in animal welfare

Gain valuable experience and skills

Be part of a supportive team

Develop writing and research skills

Responsibilities

• Regularly check-in with leadership to discover projects needing funding.
• Review new granting opportunities and conduct research.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to gather necessary information for applications.
• Complete and submit grant applications before deadlines.
• Track grant applications and report updates to leadership.
• Submit reporting requirements to granting organizations.
• Communicate with granting organizations as needed.
• Support CSHS’s mission and adhere to policies.
• Evaluate grant applications' success and make recommendations.

Skills

Previous grant writing experience

Strong writing skills

Ability to communicate professionally

Ability to meet deadlines

Excellent organizational skills

Self-motivated and ability to work independently

Personal qualities of honesty and integrity

Commitment to serving beneficiaries

Job description

Overview

Mission: The mission of Carver Scott Humane Society (CSHS) is connecting animals in need with people who care.

Purpose: A Volunteer Grant Writer will further the mission of Carver Scott Humane Society by preparing proposals, grant applications, and supporting documentation by researching, identifying, developing, and responding to grant opportunities in order to procure funds for operating expenses and specific projects/campaigns.

Responsibilities

• Regularly check-in with CSHS leadership to discover specific projects that are in need of grant funding.

• Review new granting opportunities on an ongoing basis. This includes subscribing to email lists to receive updates on Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and conducting research to self-identify opportunities.

• Collaborating with CSHS staff and volunteers to collect information needed for grant applications.

• Completing grant applications in full and submitting applications in advance of deadlines.

• Keep track of grant applications that have been approved or denied and update leadership on a regular basis.

• Submit reporting requirements to granting organization in a timely manner. This may include updates on a project the grant may have been awarded for.

• Conduct ongoing communication with granting organizations as needed.

• Share and support CSHS’s mission and core values; adhere to CSHS policies and procedures

• Monitor and evaluate the success of grant applications and make recommendations for future improvement

Ideal candidates will have the following experience and qualifications

• Previous grant writing experience

• Strong writing skills

• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with CSHS stakeholders and representatives from outside granting organizations

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Excellent organizational skills

• Self-motivated and ability to work independently, follow instructions, and meet deadlines

• Personal qualities of honesty, integrity, credibility, and accountability

• Commitment to understanding and serving the organization’s beneficiaries

Time Commitment

Approximately 2-4 hours per week, varies.

Benefits

• Know that you are making a difference in reducing the suffering of animals

• Gain experience and develop new skills in a friendly, supportive environment

• Be a valued CSHS team member

• Build your volunteer resume and develop writing and research skills