Nonprofit
Published 4/15/26 3:52PM

Seeking experienced interns to assist with grant writing for nonprofit

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Chicago, IL
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  • Details

    Commitment Details:
    5-7 hours per week
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    2
    Cause Areas:
    Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Mental Health, Women
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Mission Driven, self starter, works well independently. One year minimum experience with grant writing.

    Description

    Seeking experienced interns to assist with grant writing for nonprofit

    We are a small nonprofit called &Rise where we help women to be the ultimate versions of themselves no matter what adversities they've faced. We are currently seeking unpaid interns to assist our organization with securing grants for additional funding. We are seeking individuals who are comfortable with working independently as well as being motivated self-starters.

    This is a remote position so you can work from anywhere. We are seeking someone who is willing to work 5-7 hours per week. Please note that this is an unpaid internship but there are many possibilities for advancement as our organization is steadily growing. We also would like our interns to be mission-driven as our organization helps female survivors of abuse we hold several free support groups per week and we also offer women in Illinois free counseling.

    Grant Writer Responsibilities:

    • Developing relationships and collaborating with key stakeholders.
    • Displaying adherence to the organization’s mission.
    • Maintaining proficient knowledge of the organization’s history and programs.
    • Assisting with the execution of the development department's strategy.
    • Identifying grant funding opportunities.
    • Writing, submitting, and managing grant proposals.
    • Furnishing prospective funders with supporting documents.
    • Collaborating with Executive Director to send funders newsletters, and to promote on-site tours.
    • Collaborating with Executive Director to compile an annual report.
    • Maintaining records in hard copies and computer databases.
    Grant Writer Requirements:
    • 2+ years of grant writing experience.
    • Proficient with measuring and reaching income goals.
    • Proficient with MS Office Word and Excel.
    • Excellent knowledge of fundraising information sources.
    • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
    • Strong people skills.
    • Excellent organizational skills.
    • Ability to meet deadlines.

    At this time we do not have the capacity to train those who do not have any experience so we ask that you only apply if you have at least one year experience of grant writing. Serious Inquiries only please.

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Chicago, IL
    Associated Location

    &Rise Headquarters - Edens Plaza

    Chicago, IL, USA

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