Application Guide
How to Apply for Grants Manager
at Brady United Against Gun Violence
🏢 About Brady United Against Gun Violence
Brady United Against Gun Violence is a leading national organization dedicated to ending the epidemic of gun violence through advocacy, research, and grassroots mobilization. Working here means being part of a passionate, mission-driven team that has a proven track record of legislative and cultural change, offering a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in public safety.
About This Role
As the Grants Manager, you will be the engine behind Brady's grant funding, responsible for writing compelling proposals, managing a complex calendar of deadlines, and stewarding relationships with key funders. This role is critical to sustaining and expanding Brady's programs, directly enabling the organization to continue its life-saving work.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve drafting a proposal narrative for an upcoming deadline, coordinating with program staff to gather data and impact stories, and updating the grants calendar. You might also spend time researching new funding opportunities, preparing reports for existing funders, and communicating with the Senior Grants Manager to align on strategy.
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📝 Tips for Applying to Brady United Against Gun Violence
Tailor your resume and cover letter to highlight specific grantwriting successes, including dollar amounts raised and types of funders, to demonstrate your impact.
Research Brady's recent grants and initiatives (e.g., Brady's campaigns, research reports) and mention them in your cover letter to show you understand their work.
Emphasize your experience with grants management systems (e.g., Salesforce, Fluxx) and your ability to manage a grants calendar, as this is a core duty.
Showcase your ability to collaborate with program staff and finance, perhaps by describing a time you worked with multiple departments to develop a proposal budget.
Proofread your application meticulously—as a grants writer, attention to detail is critical, and any errors could be a red flag.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
- Your passion for Brady's mission and your understanding of the urgency of ending gun violence. - Specific examples of successful grants you've written, including the size and type of grants. - Your experience managing multiple deadlines and coordinating with various stakeholders to produce high-quality proposals. - Your ability to think strategically about funder relationships and stewardship, aligning with Brady's development goals.
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Visit Brady's website and read their latest reports, campaigns, and press releases to understand their current priorities and language.
- → Review their annual report to see their funding sources and major donors, and to understand the scale of their development efforts.
- → Follow Brady on social media and sign up for their emails to stay current on their advocacy efforts and recent victories.
- → Research the impact of gun violence in the U.S. and Brady's specific programs (e.g., Brady's legislative campaigns, research initiatives) to speak knowledgeably in interviews.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention Brady or its mission—this shows lack of genuine interest.
- Failing to highlight quantifiable achievements in grantwriting, such as funds raised or number of grants won.
- Ignoring the remote work aspect—make sure to demonstrate your ability to work independently and communicate effectively in a remote environment.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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