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If you have good technical or narrative writing skills and want to put your time towards building a foundation for a community to grow, then we’d love you to join our volunteer team! You’ll collaborate with the Grants Committee to turn data and stories into compelling proposals honing your writing skills and making friends along the way. Time & location: Fully remote; project-based; flexible hours with shared deadlines How you’ll contribute: Draft and edit letters of inquiry and full proposals Gather metrics, quotes, and attachments with the committee Tailor submissions to guidelines, budgets, and calendars Offer and receive peer edits to strengthen voice and clarity What makes you a match: Strong writing and editing; concise and persuasive Comfort with deadlines and formatting details Team-oriented; open to feedback and iteration What you’ll learn and gain: Portfolio pieces and structured mentorship Practice connecting budgets to outcomes The shared win of funded programs and scholarships Community impact: Your team’s words unlock resources that expand access and representation in the arts. JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Grant Writer Position Type: Volunteer Reports to: Grants Committee Chair JOB SUMMARY The Grant Writer plays a key role in securing funding by crafting compelling, accurate, and tailored grant proposals. This ongoing role supports the Grant Committee by translating organizational needs into persuasive narratives that align with funder priorities. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Writes and edits grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documents in collaboration with other assigned team members. Collaborates with the Grant Committee Chair and other volunteers to gather necessary data and documentation. Tailors proposals to meet specific funder guidelines and priorities. Ensures clarity, consistency, and alignment with the organization’s mission and goals. Supports other grant writers by providing edits, comments, and suggestions to improve content for the best outcomes. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling skills. Familiarity with nonprofit funding and grant writing best practices. Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, persuasive content. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. SUPPORT Access to software, tools, and process orientation Assistance from staff and other committee members to collect needed information Receives guidance and resources from committee members and staff. PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT Work involves walking, talking, and hearing; using hands to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is based on your own home environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rainbow City Marching Band

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