Grant Writer

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Grant Writers generally work for nonprofit organizations as part of the development department to raise money for the organization’s mission. They search for available grants and research their requirements to find opportunities that align with their organization’s mission. Before applying for a grant, Grant Writers communicate with company leadership to confirm that they are interested in collaborating with the foundation or company offering the grant. After the research phase, Grant Writers prepare several drafts using persuasive language and facts about their organization to explain why they should receive funding and how they would use the money.

What does a Grant Writer do?

A Grant Writer, or Grantmaker, is responsible for finding funding opportunities for an organization and writing polished proposals to earn grant money. Their duties include researching deadlines, drafting grant requests and submitting reports for approval.

Responsibilities

A Grant Writer should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Grant Writer should be able to execute:

Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs and financial needs of the organization.
Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies.
Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization.
Submit proposals to grant coordinators for approval.
Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.
Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.

Required Skills

A competitive Grant Writer will have certain skills and qualifications, including:

Bachelor’s degree in English, communications, creative writing or a related area (master’s degree preferred)
A minimum of two years experience in grant writing
Excellent knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising process
Ability to study and understand programs and funding requirements of the organization
Strong research skills and knowledge of information sources
Ability to handle confidential matters with utmost integrity

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