GRANT WRITER & NONPROFIT DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

ABOUT US

• Missing Pieces Support Group is a nonprofit organization organized by a group of women who have experienced pregnancy losses ranging from first-term miscarriages to stillborns that is dedicated to uplifting underserved communities through advocacy, education, and resource connection. We know the emotional and physical toll that this type of loss carries, and we are committed to helping others in this situation.

Our mission is to bring awareness to pregnancy loss and offer support to grieving families by:

• Providing informational resources,
• Forming a mindful community that bridges the gap between similar support services
• Providing a platform that gives families the opportunity to share their stories online.

We are seeking a passionate and strategic team player to join our team in a volunteer capacity. This is a volunteer opportunity for anyone interested in donating their time to our non-profit, not a paid position.

PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Grant Writer & Nonprofit Development Associate helps secure critical grant funding and sponsorships that power our programs. Working in a hybrid capacity in Houston, you will research grant opportunities, prepare funding requests, assist with budget oversight, and help maintain organizational nonprofit compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Enrolled student at a Houston-area college or university.
• Strong persuasive writing, editing, and analytical research skills.
• Self-motivated with high attention to detail and ability to meet submission deadlines.
• Interest in fundraising operations, law, public policy, or nonprofit management.
• Ideal for majors in English, Communications, Public Policy, Pre-Law, Finance, or Business Administration.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Grant Preparation: Prepare and assist in drafting compelling grant requests, funding applications, and continuation reports for outside sponsors.
• Grant Prospecting: Research Texas and national foundations, corporate giving programs, and public grants matching our mission.
• Compliance & Onboarding: Assist in reviewing organizational practices, verifying nonprofit compliance, and managing volunteer onboarding access.
• Budget Support: Oversee grant program budget tracking and align proposals with Board-approved policies.

TIME COMMITMENT

• Volunteer role with flexible hours (estimated 4–6 hours per week)
• In person/Hybrid, with occasional virtual meetings as needed
• Ideal for individuals seeking experience in nonprofit development, fundraising operations, or admin support.
• Location: Hybrid / In-Person (Houston, TX area)

BENEFITS OF VOLUNTEERING

• Gain valuable nonprofit experience
• Expand your professional network
• Be part of a mission-driven, inclusive team
• Flexible scheduling and remote collaboration/Choose your own hours
• Opportunities to learn and grow within the nonprofit sector, while gaining valuable nonprofit experience
• Join a passionate, mission-driven team
• Letters of recommendation and skill-building opportunities available

Job Type: Part-time