Grant Writer Jobs

Job Title: FULL-TIME GRANT WRITER Company: The Harlem School of the Arts Location: New York, NY Description: FULL-TIME GRANT WRITER THE HARLEM SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, INC. The Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) is a nonprofit, community-based school of the arts that offers instruction in dance, music, theater and the visual arts to 2,000 students annually. Our mission is to enrich the lives of children through exposure to and education in the arts. Founded in 1964 by the internationally acclaimed soprano Dorothy Maynor, HSA held its first class in the St. James Presbyterian Church with 12 local children in attendance. In 1977, the school moved to its award-winning building designed by Ulrich Franzen. Today, HSA offers instruction onsite to children ages 4 through 18 from Harlem, Upper Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Westchester, New Jersey and Connecticut, and we serve students public schools throughout the City through our unique arts-based After-school programs. The Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) seeks a grant writer to join the School's small but growing development team. HSA is a multi-disciplinary training school of the arts for young people located in upper Manhattan. Reporting to the Director of Development, the Grant writer will cultivate and solicit grants from foundations, corporations and government sources to support the full range of HSA programs. The Grant writer will manage and grow portfolio of major foundations and corporations to ensure a dependable revenue stream; build and maintain the grants calendar; develop strategies to cultivate long-term, comprehensive relationships with all institutional grant-making organizations; initiate and maintain communications with prospects and funders through telephone and written correspondence and site visits; conduct online and other methods of prospect research; write and submit letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports; and coordinate site visits. He or she will work with staff members at all levels to ensure that application deadlines are met, that proposals are of the highest quality and that grantors expectations are met; meet with appropriate staff to gather programmatic information; assist in developing project budgets and in reporting accurate budget expenditures; and provide ongoing oversight to ensure that funded programs meet grantor expectations and requirements. The Grant writer attends departmental, inter-departmental and external committee meetings; works with an administrative assistant, interns and volunteers; and prepares monthly activity and other internal reports. The ideal candidate must have a B.A. and at least five years fundraising experience in an arts, cultural or educational environment with progressively increasing responsibilities and demonstrated success in grantseeking. He/she will possess excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; a thorough knowledge of and experience with online research methods; excellent time and project management skills; and a thorough knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Knowledge of Raiser's Edge is a plus. In addition, candidates should be highly motivated, detail-oriented and organized; able to plan, control and lead projects; meet deadlines; and work independently and collaboratively in a culturally diverse environment. A familiarity with New York funders and an interest in the arts are strongly preferred.

Job Title: Part time Grant Writer Company: Location: Chicago, IL Description: We are seeking an experienced part-time grant writer. The candidate will acquire and maintain sound knowledge and understanding of the organization of grants, proposals and general business writing is essentials. Renaissance Knights is a nonprofit educational organization that engages and empowers at-risk youth by utilizing the many educational benefits of chess to develop skills necessary for success in school and life among inner-city public school children. We are committed to making chess an important part of our community. We provide affordable, fun and high quality chess education through school and community based programs. The most important aspect of our mission is to develop in-school and after-school scholastic chess programs. In addition to our school programs we organize tournaments, offers chess improvement classes, beginner lessons and special lectures. For more information on Renaissance Knights go to www.renaissanceknights.org Position Summary: The Grant Writer position is a vital part of Renaissance Knights development team. The individual will work closely with the Executive Director to research funding sources, write grant proposals and reports, maintain funder files and grant calendars and more. Must be detail oriented, deadline driven and highly motivated. Essential Duties and Responsibilities ? Assist in all aspects of grant tracking and administration. ? Write grant proposals and reports. ? Research potential grants and funders. ? File and maintain files/documents/contracts. ? Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills) ? Prior grant writing/development experience required ? Excellent writing skills required ? Proficient computer skills required ? Bachelors Degree or higher No calls please. Send resume and cover letter to Register to View

Job Title: Part time Grant Writer / Assistant Company: Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: About Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA) Heart of Los Angeles (HOLA) provides underserved youth with exceptional programs in academics, arts and athletics within a nurturing environment, empowering them to develop their potential, pursue their education and strengthen their communities. Since 1989, HOLA?s comprehensive youth development programs have made a vital difference to students attending overburdened schools in the Rampart District and surrounding neighborhoods, who lack access to quality enrichment programs and academic assistance. HOLA is a home way from home for hundreds of inner city kids ages 6-19. They know they will get the help they need from HOLA?s professional staff and highly talented volunteers who include artists, executives, chefs, athletes, engineers and counselors who truly commit themselves to providing programs of the highest quality, and a pathway to colleges and universities! For more information on HOLA go to www.heartofla.org HOLA is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, gender, handicap, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Position: Grant Writer/Assistant Position Summary: The Grant Writer/Assistant position is a vital part of HOLA?s development team. The individual will work closely with the Grants Administrator to research funding sources, write grant proposals and reports, maintain funder files and grant calendars and more. Must be detail oriented, deadline driven and highly motivated. Essential Duties and Responsibilities ? Assist in all aspects of grant tracking and administration. ? Write assigned grant proposals and reports. ? Research potential grants and funders. ? File and maintain files/documents/contracts. ? Assist Grants Administrator and Development staff as needed. Other Duties & Responsibilities ? May perform other duties as assigned. ? Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. ? Ability to be a strong role model for youth during all working hours. Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The building environment does not provide air conditioning and heat in all areas. Outdoor work is expected in some cases. Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills) ? Prior grant writing/development experience required ? Excellent writing skills required ? Proficient computer skills required ? Bachelors Degree or higher No calls please. Send resume and cover letter to Register to View