Position Overview:
Wellfit Girls is seeking a dedicated and skilled Grant Writer to support our mission of empowering teen girls through transformational leadership, fitness, and outdoor adventure programs. This role will be instrumental in helping us secure the funding necessary to sustain and expand our programs, ensuring that more young women can build confidence, resilience, and leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Research and identify grant opportunities from private foundations, corporations, and public funding sources that align with Wellfit Girls’ mission and initiatives.
Write and submit persuasive, clear, and well-structured grant proposals, Letters of Intent (LOIs), and supporting materials.
Collaborate with the Executive Director and program staff to gather information, impact data, and stories needed for compelling proposals.
Maintain a grants calendar to track deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements.
Prepare and submit required grant reports, ensuring compliance with funder guidelines and timely delivery.
Maintain organized records of proposals, funder communications, and templates for future use.
Qualifications:
Proven experience in grant writing, preferably within nonprofit, youth development, education, or human services organizations.
Excellent research, writing, and communication skills with the ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Familiarity with fundraising strategies and nonprofit funding sources.
Passion for empowering young women and alignment with the mission of Wellfit Girls.
Benefits of Working with Wellfit Girls:
Make a direct impact by helping to provide life-changing experiences for local teen girls.
Gain valuable experience in nonprofit fundraising and development.
Collaborate with a passionate, supportive, and mission-driven team.
Flexible schedule and potential for ongoing partnership.
Letter of recommendation and acknowledgment in organizational materials
