Job Description
We’re looking for a volunteer Grant Researcher to build our pipeline — identifying the foundations and funders whose priorities align with our programs, so our Grant Writer can focus on writing strong proposals to the right places. If you enjoy the detective work of matching mission to money, this is a role where good research shows up quickly in results.
Time Commitment: Remote part-time (6 to 8 hours per week) volunteer; independent grant research plus virtually meet weekly with the Advancement team. One-year commitment desired.
What You’ll Do:
- Identify foundations, corporate givers, and other funders whose priorities align with AFTDJ’s programs
- Identify and provide detailed info on 1-2 funders per month
- Research eligibility requirements, deadlines, giving history, and application processes
- Maintain a well-organized prospect database and application calendar
- Hand off vetted prospects to the Grant Writer with the context needed to move quickly
- Meet weekly with the Advancement team
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in grant acquisition, ideally in the nonprofit sector
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Access to Candid’s Foundation Directory or a comparable platform (online training available)
- Comfort with Excel and online research for searching and recording funder information
- Availability for a weekly Advancement team meeting
How to Apply
- By email, with your resume and LinkedIn URL if you have one, to Jean Lee, Director of Advancement, jlee@faith-justice.org
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