Grant Writer & Development Coordinator

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YMCA of the USA
Metairie, LA, USA
Full-time

Great opportunity to join a growing fundraising team in New Orleans, with recent development success and association expansion goals.

The Grant Writer and Development Coordinator for the YMCA of Greater New Orleans serves as the principal writer and researcher for grant proposals and organizes Annual Campaign tasks. This includes working directly with branch staff to send solicitation requests to prospects, organize in-branch campaign events, and support staff in meeting Annual Campaign goals.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Responsible for conducting the full range of activities required to prepare, submit, and manage grant proposals to foundation, government and corporate sources.
  • Perform prospect research on foundations and corporations to evaluate prospects for grants.
  • Work with branch staff, finance, and other personnel to gather information necessary to complete applications and to report to funders on current grant programs.
  • Comply with all grant reporting, as required by foundation/corporate donors.
  • Provide stewardship to current donors to provide regular written updates on programs.
  • Schedule appointments with foundation officers and other prospects, arrange for on-site tours for supporters and other stakeholders, and attend meetings/events as needed.
  • Maintain current records in Raisers Edge fundraising database and in the grants calendar, including grant tracking and reporting.
  • Organize and create materials for the Annual Campaign, such as solicitation letters, brochures, banners, etc.
  • Assist with other fundraising projects, as assigned.
Educational Background: 
Bachelor's degree in relevant field.
Skills/Experience: 
  • Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills.
  • Ability to adhere to deadlines and produce high-quality work.
  • At least two years of professional experience in grant writing or equivalent position.
  • Prior development experience.
  • Excellent English language skills.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $35,000.00

How to Apply: 

https://www.ymca.net/career-opportunities/details/40317

Job Function: 
Fundraising, Grants & Financial Support
Program / Project Management

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Website: 
ymca.org
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Areas of Focus: 
Community Service / Capacity Building / Volunteerism
Youth / Children
Recreation / Sports
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Sep 24 2019
Active Until: 
Oct 24 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit