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FORKIDS INC

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Grant Writer (Part-time)

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*** This is an in-office/in-person based position ***

The Grant Writer has primary responsibility for the preparation and submission of corporate, foundation, and government grants as assigned, to advance the mission of ForKids.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Write proposals and collaborate with other team members to develop complete application packets for local, state, national foundations, and other public and private funding opportunities.
  • Collaborate with other team members to ensure files are maintained in accordance with contract requirements.
  • Maintain current knowledge of local, state and national foundations whose mission aligns with that of ForKids.
  • Maintain current knowledge of federal, state and local government grant opportunities which support the mission of ForKids.
  • Work with data and reporting staff to gather data relevant to applications.
  • Ensure accurate and timely submission of government, corporate, and foundation grant applications which support the mission of ForKids.
  • Maintain current knowledge of the application process and related goals necessary to maintain ForKids as an agency in good standing with local United Ways in ForKids’ service areas.
  • Identify, define, and develop funding sources to support existing and planned program activities as well as lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals to national, local, and governmental entities.
  • Research connections between ForKids staff, board, and statements with foundation boards and program officers and determine feasibility.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Customer Service:

  • Provide service to internal and external customers according to standards as outlined in ForKids Customer CARE Manual.

Financial Management:

  • Use agency resources (financial and non-financial) prudently.
  • Acknowledge and follow financial policies of the agency.

Community Engagement:

  • Participate in development and fundraising activities as needed and requested (ex: meeting with donors, providing tours, attending fundraising events).

Regularly engage, support and collaborate with volunteers to provide a meaningful experience.

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