Celebrating 30 Years of Idealist! Discover where we’ve been, and where we’re going.
Nonprofit
Published 16 days ago

Volunteer Grant Research & Writing Specialist

Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
I Want to Help


  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Approximately 3–5 hours per week, with flexible scheduling. Volunteers may work at times that fit their availability. We hope for a minimum 3-month commitment.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Education, Health & Medicine, International Relations, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    International Volunteers
    Other Requirements:
    Strong written communication and research skills. Experience with nonprofit grant research or proposal writing preferred. Must be dependable, organized, and able to meet deadlines.

    Description

    Volunteer Grant Research & Writing Specialist

    Renova Global Foundation is a Minnesota-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring lives and rebuilding healthcare systems in underserved communities. Our work begins in Liberia, where we are developing sustainable, infrastructure-secured healthcare solutions, beginning with dialysis and kidney care.

    About the Volunteer Opportunity

    We are seeking a motivated Volunteer Grant Research & Writing Specialist to help strengthen Renova’s fundraising and institutional funding efforts. This volunteer will work with our leadership team to identify grant opportunities and assist with developing strong, mission-aligned proposals.

    Responsibilities may include:

    • Research foundations, corporations, government programs, and other potential funding opportunities.
    • Identify grants that align with Renova’s healthcare, infrastructure, workforce development, and community-impact initiatives.
    • Maintain an organized pipeline of grant opportunities, eligibility requirements, and deadlines.
    • Assist with drafting and reviewing letters of inquiry, proposals, and grant applications.
    • Help gather information and supporting materials needed for applications.
    • Support follow-up, reporting, and funder research as needed.

    Ideal Candidate

    We welcome volunteers with experience or interest in nonprofit grant writing, fundraising, research, communications, public health, international development, or related fields. Strong research and written communication skills are important. Previous grant-writing experience is preferred but not required.

    This is an opportunity to contribute professional skills to a growing nonprofit working to expand access to sustainable, life-saving healthcare.

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    4100 3rd St NE unit 201, Columbia Heights, MN 55421, USA

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Renova Global Foundation. Please complete the questions above and provide information about your relevant experience and interests. We welcome both experienced grant professionals and motivated individuals interested in contributing their research, writing, and fundraising skills to our mission.

    Choose a file or drag it here
    No file chosen (maximum size: 10 MB)
    I acknowledge that use of the Idealist Applicant Tracking System is subject to Idealist's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
    Illustration

    Discover Your Calling

    Find opportunities to change the world with the latest social-impact job, internship, and volunteer listings. Plus, explore resources for taking action in your community.