Volunteer Grant Writer – Civic Tech Nonprofit (CEC 501(c)(4))

The Community Engagement Center (CEC) is a civic-tech nonprofit building tools to strengthen democracy and empower local communities through technology, innovation, and engagement. We are developing the Civic app, a high-tech community center, and creative initiatives that make civic participation more accessible, fun, and impactful for everyday people.

We are seeking a Volunteer Grant Writer to help us identify, draft, and submit grant applications that will provide crucial funding for our programs. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about civic engagement, tech for good, and community impact.

Responsibilities:

• Research potential grant opportunities and funding sources
• Draft compelling proposals and letters of inquiry
• Collaborate with our founder to refine messaging and align with funder priorities
• Assist with tracking deadlines and submission requirements

Qualifications:

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Previous grant writing experience preferred (but not required if eager to learn)
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
• Interest in civic engagement, nonprofit innovation, or tech for social good

What You’ll Gain:

• Direct impact on an emerging civic-tech nonprofit in its startup phase
• Experience in nonprofit fundraising and development
• Opportunity to shape the growth of a unique project making a real difference in Sacramento and beyond
• Remote, flexible schedule that adapts to your availability

Additional Benefits for Students:

• Resume Builder: Gain real-world nonprofit grant writing and fundraising experience
• Portfolio Material: Create tangible proposals and applications you can showcase
• Mentorship: Learn directly from a nonprofit founder and gain insight into nonprofit management & civic-tech innovation
• Networking: Connect with nonprofit leaders, civic organizations, and startup ecosystem stakeholders
• Skill Development: Hands-on training in the grant cycle, prospect research, and proposal writing
• Academic Alignment: Perfect for students studying nonprofit management, political science, communications, English, public policy, or related fields

If you’re passionate about strengthening democracy and want to use your skills to support an innovative community-driven nonprofit, we’d love to connect with you.