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Grants Writer and Fundraising Director

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  • Details

    Start Date:
    October 20, 2026
    End Date:
    May 1, 2027
    Available Times:
    Weekdays daytime, evenings, Weekends daytime, evenings
    Time Commitment:
    Part time (10-30 hrs/wk)
    Commitment Details:
    8 hours/week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    3
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Environment & Sustainability, Seniors & Retirement
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License
    Age Requirement:
    18+

    Description

    Grants Writer and Fundraising Director

    We are looking for industry experts who want to give back to their community in an executive capacity by serving as outstanding board members. You should be motivated and willing to commit to our non-profit and new private entity for at least three years to lay the groundwork for something exceptional.

    Fundraising and Grants Writer-Director:

    For this position, we seek individuals with experience working with small and large non-profits in the Education, Environment, waste management, and construction industries. If your experience doesn't match this list and you are still interested, please get in touch, and we'll review it case by case.

    As a Fundraising and Grant Writer, you will work directly with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, or advisors to develop, implement, and manage all fundraising and grant activities to ensure our projects, programs, staff, and administration are funded to support our mission.

    Board Member General Responsibilities may include some of the following in addition to the specific role:

    Governing

    • The board evaluates itself and the organization; ensures financial and program accountability and transparency; reviews the effectiveness of waste management programs and projects; mandates constituency needs assessments every few years; sets meeting agendas; creates necessary committees; keeps minutes; and recruits influential members.

    Planning

    • Creates the mission and vision, sets goals and objectives, develops a strategic plan, and grants procedures)

    Oversees the use of resources.

    • Ensures sufficient funds are raised (including operations, marketing, and public relations) and spent appropriately.

    Compliance

    • Conflicts, insurance, file required papers, and acts as a trustee/fiduciary; creates and abides by the bylaws.

    Evolving Role of the Board Members

    • Governance (oversight of operations, including financial accountability)
    • Support (fundraising, public relations, and providing individual expertise)

    If you are interested in the above volunteer opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter to info@globalpaints.org with the position in the subject line. If your education and background are not on the above list, you can still send us your resume, cover letter, and desired position. We will consider your application according to our availability.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location

    Remotely

    Peachtree Corners, GA, USA

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    Instructions:

    In the past several years, Global Paint for Charity has received numerous awards and national recognitions, including but not limited to:

    • Best of Atlanta Award for Waste Recycling & Disposal Services & Equipment
    • Best of Gwinnett Award
    • Best Startup for Social Good
    • Cynopsis Media Social Good Award in the category "Social Good Shining Stars" with MAXMEDIA
    • Allstate Champion for Good Award (2013, 2014)
    • Nonprofit of the Year Award from Albuquerque Business First
    • National media features on CNN Impact Your World, ABC News, and The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC)

    Join Our Leadership Network

    GPC seeks visionary leaders — individuals passionate about environmental sustainability, community resilience, and global social impact.

    We are particularly interested in leaders with expertise in:

    • Finance, Accounting, and Philanthropy
    • Nonprofit Governance and Legal Affairs
    • Environmental Science and Sustainability Policy
    • Supply Chain and Logistics Management
    • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and ESG
    • Marketing, Public Relations, and Communications
    • Technology and AI Integration for Sustainability
    • University Partnerships and Research
    • Government and Public Affairs
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