Grant Writer

Grant Writer Job Description

Midtown Youth Academy’s mission is to promote success through education and wellness through boxing.

Midtown Youth Academy teaches District youth boxing to channel their energies into positive outlets such as physical fitness, education, spiritual and social awareness.

Midtown Youth Academy is looking for four dedicated grant writers to write grant proposals to support and further the Midtown mission. The grant writer will write coherent, organized, and compelling proposals. The grant writer will apply his/her knowledge of fundraising methods and plans to reach income goals. The grant writer will collaborate with team members in the organization to assist with other fundraising projects and develop relationships with key stakeholders.

The grant writer will work closely with the fundraiser to establish and achieve the organization’s financial goals.

To be successful as a grant writer, one will need to write well, have proficient knowledge of grant writing requirements and methods, and be committed to the mission of Midtown Youth Academy. Preferred applicants are deadline-driven team players with outstanding multitasking abilities.

All volunteers must pass the background check.

Grant Writer Responsibilities:

• Displaying adherence to the organization’s mission
• Writing, submitting, and managing grant proposals
• Developing relationships and collaborating with key stakeholders
• Maintaining proficient knowledge of the organization’s history and programs
• Assisting with the execution of the development department's strategy
• Identifying grant funding opportunities
• Furnishing prospective funders with supporting documents
• Sending funders newsletters and promoting on-site tours
• Collaborating with Director of Development to compile an annual report
• Maintaining records in hard copies and computer databases

Grant Writer Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in creative writing or related field preferred
• 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