Grant researcher and writer

• Research grant opportunities from NJ State agencies, federal programs, and private foundations
• Assist with completing and submitting applications through NJ SAGE (System for Administering Grants Electronically)
• Draft and edit grant narratives, needs statements, program descriptions, and LOIs
• Prepare supporting documents (budgets, PDFs, attachments, compliance forms)
• Maintain a simple grant tracker with deadlines, required documents, and submission status
• Communicate with the Executive Director to gather program information and organizational data
• Help identify new funding opportunities that align with our mission to support underserved Hispanic and low-income families in New Jersey

Qualifications

• Strong writing and research skills
• Ability to operate or learn grant databases quickly
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage deadlines
• Comfortable working independently in a remote role
• Passion for community uplift, equity, education access, or social services
• (Preferred) Experience with grant writing, fundraising, nonprofit development, or public-sector programs
• (Preferred) Background in Public Administration, Social Work, Public Health, Education, Nursing, Communications, or a related field

Additional Details

• Time Commitment: Flexible, approximately 15-20 hours per week
• Location: Remote (priority for NJ-based volunteers, but not required)
• Impact: Your work directly supports Hispanic and low-income families through programs in education, family support, and community empowerment
• Verification: We provide volunteer hour verification, letters of recommendation, and resume-building experience