Job Description
Join our award-winning nonprofit team as a Grant Writer and unlock your potential with a $5,000 sign-on bonus! We're seeking a mission-driven professional to secure critical funding for transformative community programs in Madison and beyond. This is your opportunity to turn passion into impact while growing your career in a supportive, innovative environment. Apply today and become part of a team that's changing lives through strategic philanthropy.
Responsibilities
- Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals to foundations, corporations, and government agencies
- Develop and maintain relationships with key funding partners and stakeholders
- Manage grant application processes from prospecting to final reporting
- Analyze program metrics to demonstrate impact and secure continued funding
- Collaborate with program teams to align grant strategies with organizational goals
- Maintain accurate grant databases and reporting systems
- Stay current on funding trends and compliance requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Communications, Nonprofit Management, English)
- 3+ years of professional grant writing experience with proven success
- Portfolio demonstrating $2M+ secured funding over 2-year period
- Expertise in federal, state, and private grant applications
- Exceptional writing/editing skills with meticulous attention to detail
- Strong analytical abilities for budget development and impact reporting
- Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Little Green Light)
- Passion for Madison's nonprofit sector and community impact