Believe in Me — Volunteer Grant Researcher

Help Believe in Me identify funding opportunities that expand scholarships, mentorship, educational access, community partnerships, and essential support for underserved youth.

ResponsibilitiesResearch foundation, corporate, government, and community grant opportunities aligned with Believe in Me’s mission and five pillars of caring.

Summarize eligibility, deadlines, award ranges, priorities, required attachments, and reporting expectations.

Maintain accurate prospect records and flag strong opportunities for the grants team.

Collaborate remotely with grant writers and program leaders while protecting confidential information.

QualificationsStrong online research, reading, organization, and written communication skills.

Ability to evaluate guidelines carefully and document sources accurately.

Grant research, nonprofit, education, youth-development, or prospect-research experience is helpful but not required.

Dependability, sound judgment, and alignment with Believe in Me’s values of caring, trustworthiness, innovation, and fairness.

This is a remote, ongoing volunteer opportunity. Most Believe in Me volunteers contribute approximately two to three hours per week. Orientation, role-specific training, and supervision are provided. Selected volunteers must complete Believe in Me’s application, interview, confidentiality requirements, and background-check process.

Questions? Contact volunteers@believeinme.org. Learn more and apply: https://www.believeinme.org/donate-your-expertise?utm_source=idealist&utm_medium=volunteer_platform&utm_campaign=volunteer_recruitment_2026&utm_content=grant_researcher