Volunteer Grant Writer & Grants Researcher (Remote)

About the Green Burial Council

The Green Burial Council (GBC) is the nation's leading nonprofit dedicated to advancing environmentally sustainable death care through education, certification, and advocacy. Since 2005, we've worked to expand access to green burial and empower consumers with trusted information.

We're looking for a Volunteer Grant Writer & Grants Researcher to help grow the green burial movement by identifying funding opportunities and supporting grant development for our programs and initiatives.

Why Volunteer With Us?

This is a great opportunity for:

• Early-career grant writers looking to build a portfolio
• Graduate students or career changers interested in nonprofit development
• Experienced grant professionals who want to use their skills for environmental impact

You'll work alongside our all-volunteer Board of Directors, receive mentorship and feedback on proposals, and gain hands-on experience supporting a national nonprofit advancing meaningful change.

Time Commitment: Approximately 15–20 hours per month (flexible)

Location: Fully remote

What You'll Do

• Research grant opportunities and prospective funders
• Draft letters of inquiry and grant proposals
• Assist with grant reports and funding updates
• Help maintain a grants calendar and track deadlines
• Collaborate with board members to gather program information and outcomes
• Participate in other fundraising initiatives as time and interest allow

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong writing, research, and organizational skills
• Grant writing, fundraising, nonprofit, or related experience preferred
• Interest in environmental sustainability, conservation, or green burial
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Familiarity with Google Workspace; experience with grant databases or CRMs is a plus

We welcome applicants with a variety of backgrounds and encourage those looking to gain practical grant writing experience to apply.

How to Apply

Complete our Volunteer Interest Form linked here and indicate your interest in this position.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

EEOC Statement:

Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for volunteering and/or employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law.