Grant Writing & Fundraising Intern / Volunteer (In-Person)

Grant Writing, Fundraising & Administrative Support Intern / Volunteer (In-Person)

Organization: Little Haiti BK Inc.

Location: Brooklyn, NY (Flatbush Area – On-site)

Commitment: Flexible (Minimum 10–15 hours per week)

Duration: Minimum 3 months TO 12 months

About Us

Little Haiti BK is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit dedicated to preserving, celebrating, and uplifting Caribbean culture while supporting local businesses and strengthening the Flatbush community through programs, events, and outreach.

Opportunity Overview

Little Haiti BK is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Intern / Volunteer to support our grant writing, fundraising, administrative operations, and community awareness efforts.

This role is ideal for individuals looking to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit development, operations, and outreach while contributing to meaningful, community-driven work.

Key Responsibilities

Grant Research & Writing

• Research grant opportunities aligned with Little Haiti BK’s mission
• Assist in drafting grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports
• Track deadlines and maintain grant calendars

Fundraising Support

• Assist in planning and supporting fundraising campaigns and events
• Help develop donor outreach materials and sponsorship decks
• Support in-kind donation outreach (businesses, partners, vendors)

Administrative Support

• Assist with day-to-day office operations and organization
• Maintain files, documents, and shared systems (Google Drive, trackers)
• Support scheduling, email follow-ups, and internal coordination
• Help prepare materials for meetings and events

Community Awareness & Outreach

• Support efforts to increase visibility and awareness of Little Haiti BK
• Assist with outreach to local businesses, community members, and partners
• Help distribute flyers, share resources, and promote programs/events
• Contribute ideas on how to expand community engagement and presence

Data & Tracking

• Maintain grant tracker and funding pipeline
• Track submissions, follow-ups, and outcomes
• Assist with reporting and documentation

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in grant writing, fundraising, and nonprofit operations
• Exposure to real-world community engagement and outreach strategies
• Opportunity to build your portfolio with proposals, campaigns, and projects
• Professional development and mentorship
• Networking opportunities within the nonprofit and local community

Ideal Candidate

• Strong writing, communication, and research skills
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Interest in nonprofit work, fundraising, or community development
• Comfortable engaging with community members and partners
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets) is a plus

Requirements

• Must be available for in-person support in Brooklyn
• Minimum commitment of 15–30 hours per week
• Willingness to learn and actively contribute

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Your resume
• A short statement of interest (1–2 paragraphs)

Why Join Us?

Your work will directly support programs that uplift the community, empower local businesses, and strengthen the presence of Little Haiti BK. This is an opportunity to gain experience while making a real and lasting impact.