Grant Writer
NETWORK Lobby for Catholic Social Justice
Posted
Apr 03, 2026
Location
Remote (US)
Type
Contract
Compensation
$60000 - $60000
Mission
What you will drive
We are seeking a Grant Writer to join our development team. This role is responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and religious congregations. This role works closely with the Executive Director and the Development Director to develop compelling proposals that align with the organization’s mission and strategic goals. You could be our next Grant Writer if you have: 2+ years of grant writing experience (nonprofit experience preferred) Demonstrated success securing grants from foundations, corporations, or other entities Exceptional research, writing, editing, and proofreading skills Experience developing program budgets in collaboration with development and finance staff Experience with nonprofit CRM systems such as Blackbaud, Raiser’s Edge, or Salesforce What you'll be doing: Research and identify new grant opportunities from private foundations, corporations, and religious congregations Write, edit, and submit high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry (LOIs), and concept papers Develop clear, persuasive narratives that communicate the organization’s mission, programs, impact, and funding needs Collaborate with program and finance staff to gather data, budgets, and supporting documentation Manage a grant calendar to track deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements Prepare interim and final grant reports to funders Maintain accurate records of submissions, awards, and communications in donor databases
Profile
What makes you a great fit
We are seeking a Grant Writer to join our development team. This role is responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to secure funding from foundations, corporations, and religious congregations. This role works closely with the Executive Director and the Development Director to develop compelling proposals that align with the organization’s mission and strategic goals. You could be our next Grant Writer if you have: 2+ years of grant writing experience (nonprofit experience preferred) Demonstrated success securing grants from foundations, corporations, or other entities Exceptional research, writing, editing, and proofreading skills Experience developing program budgets in collaboration with development and finance staff Experience with nonprofit CRM systems such as Blackbaud, Raiser’s Edge, or Salesforce What you'll be doing: Research and identify new grant opportunities from private foundations, corporations, and religious congregations Write, edit, and submit high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry (LOIs), and concept papers Develop clear, persuasive narratives that communicate the organization’s mission, programs, impact, and funding needs Collaborate with program and finance staff to gather data, budgets, and supporting documentation Manage a grant calendar to track deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements Prepare interim and final grant reports to funders Maintain accurate records of submissions, awards, and communications in donor databases