Job Description
Join our passionate team at the Bluegrass Community Foundation and make a tangible impact on local initiatives through strategic grant writing. We seek a detail-oriented Part-Time Grant Writer to secure funding for transformative community projects across Lexington. This remote-friendly role offers flexible hours while allowing you to develop compelling proposals that drive positive change. Ideal for experienced writers seeking part-time flexibility with meaningful purpose.
Responsibilities
- Research and identify relevant grant opportunities from federal, state, and private foundations
- Develop persuasive grant proposals and supporting narratives aligned with funder priorities
- Collaborate with program staff to gather project data and impact metrics
- Manage grant application deadlines and submission processes
- Maintain accurate grant databases and reporting documentation
- Build relationships with foundation representatives and community stakeholders
- Analyze funding trends to inform strategic grant acquisition plans
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field
- 3+ years of professional grant writing experience with proven funding success
- Exceptional writing and editing skills with attention to detail
- Strong research and analytical abilities
- Experience with nonprofit financial reporting and budgets
- Proficiency in grant management software (e.g., GrantStation, Salesforce NPSP)
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines