Jobs
>
Chicago

    Grant Writer - Chicago, United States - After School Matters

    Default job background
    Description

    After School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them up for success in college and beyond.

    Thirty years later, After School Matters has engaged more than 400,000 Chicago teens and is the nations largest and most successful provider of after-school and summer programs for high school teens. No other organization offers programs to high school students at the scale and quality that we do.

    We offer paid apprenticeships led by professionals in the fields of arts, communications and leadership, sports, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Our nationally respected youth development model has been replicated in cities across the country and earned us the City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors.

    Programs take place at community locations throughout the city, including three ASM buildings: downtown at Gallery 37 Center for the Arts, the Michael and Karyn Lutz Center in Belmont Cragin, and the Pullman community at Gately Park. Currently, After School Matters annual operating budget is approximately $35M and employs approximately 500 across the organization.

    For more information, visit

    Summary of Position:

    As a key member of the After School Matters Development Team, the Grant Writer is responsible for supporting the organizations fundraising goals by carrying out all grants processes including, but not limited to, researching and identifying new prospective donors, writing grant proposals and reports, and cultivating positive relationships with funders. This is a great opportunity for an individual with great attention to detail, a passion for persuasive writing and an interest in advancing the work and mission of After School Matters.

    Major Duties and Responsibilities:

    + Research, identify and cultivate new funding and grant opportunities from local, regional, and national foundations, as well as corporate foundations.

    + Write and edit clear, accurate, and persuasive letters of intent, grant proposals, and reports that are tailored to each funders focus areas, mission, specifications, and deadlines; collaborate with the Institutional Giving Manager and other Development staff as thought partners.

    + Collaborate with various departments to request supporting information and documentation, such as program budgets and evaluation metrics, and translate that information in a way that will persuade the donor.

    + Work with designated program staff to set expectations for funding allocated to programs, understand program developments, and update proposals and reports accordingly.

    + Frequently review youth development research and include relevant facts and statistics to craft compelling and current issue statements.

    + Update and maintain teams grants tracker with all submission deadlines.

    + Assist with the updating and maintenance of donor information in the donor database to ensure records are accurate and up to date.

    + Cultivate and maintain relationships with funding partners via phone, email and/or mail communications.

    + Assist the Development Team with events, including volunteer workshops, Sneaker Ball, and the Annual Gala.

    + Support the overall strategic efforts of the Development Team.

    + Other duties as assigned.

    Physical Demands:

    The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to work at a computer for long periods of time.

    Work Environment:

    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

    + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not exposed to weather conditions.

    + The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

    + The Grant Writer will be required to work nights and weekends when necessary for donor cultivation events including Gala, Sneaker Ball, corporate workshops, Board events, and others. Typically, 4-6 nights per quarter and 2 weekends per year, though these are subject to change.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

    + Excellent writing skills. Ability to write clearly, accurately, concisely, and professionally in grant submissions, email correspondence, and other written documentation.

    + Exceptional organizational skills. Ability to manage concurrent projects and deadlines and identify priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume, results-oriented work environment.

    + Strong attention to detail, particularly regarding funder specifications and deadlines.

    + Strong analytical skills, including an ability to synthesize financial information and program data and communicate conclusions through writing and speaking.

    + Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively with internal team-members, from staff to executive leadership, and serve as a positive representative of the organization to external audiences.

    + Capacity to work on and complete projects independently.

    Qualifications:

    + Candidates must have at least one year of grant writing experience at a nonprofit

    + Required: either (1) BS/BA degree or (2) GED/HS and ~3-4 years of additional technical/professional or grant-writing writing experience.

    + Experience with fundraising customer relationship management system software preferred.

    Salary Range:

    The salary range for the Grant Writer position is up to $55,000, depending on experience.

    How to Apply:

    Submit a cover letter and resume at:

    EEO:

    After School Matters is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, military discharge status, age, marital status, parental status, or source of income.

    Powered by JazzHR


  • LHH

    Grants Writer

    6 days ago


    LHH Chicago, United States

    Our client is seeking to fill the role of Grant Writer, based in Chicago, IL. This position is a vital part of their team, responsible for managing grants, meeting financial goals, and maintaining donor relationships. · LOCATION: Chicago, IL (fully on-site) · TARGET START DATE: I ...

  • Chicago Votes

    Grant Writer

    1 week ago


    Chicago Votes Chicago, United States

    HIRING: Grant Writer · Start Date: August 1, 2024 · Overview · The Grant Writer will execute the writing and submission of grant applications for Chicago Votes aligned with the goals set forth by the Chicago Votes development team. They will work directly with Chicago Votes ...

  • Lhh

    Grants Writer

    5 days ago


    Lhh Chicago, United States

    Our client is seeking to fill the role of Grant Writer, based in Chicago, IL. This position is a vital part of their team, responsible for managing grants, meeting financial goals, and maintaining donor relationships. · LOCATION: Chicago, IL (fully on-site) · TARGET START DATE: ...

  • After School Matters

    Grant Writer

    2 days ago


    After School Matters Chicago, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionAfter School Matters is a Chicago-based nonprofit organization that annually offers after-school and summer programs to nearly 19,000 Chicago high school teens to explore and develop their talents while gaining critical skills that will set them u ...

  • Lawrence Hall

    Grants Writer

    6 days ago


    Lawrence Hall Chicago, United States

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: · The Grants Writer reports directly to the Director of Grants Management. Responsible for meeting the annual financial goal for institutional donors. Primary responsibilities include research, cultivation, proposal writing, and stewardship of grants includi ...

  • Urban Growers Collective

    Grant Writer

    1 week ago


    Urban Growers Collective Chicago, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionAbout Urban Growers Collective · Urban Growers Collective is a Black- and women-led non-profit farm in Chicago, Illinois working to build a more just and equitable local food system. We aim to address the inequities and structural racism that exis ...

  • Lhh

    Grants Writer

    1 day ago


    Lhh Chicago, United States

    Our client is seeking to fill the role of Grant Writer, based in Chicago, IL. This position is a vital part of their team, responsible for managing grants, meeting financial goals, and maintaining donor relationships. · LOCATION: Chicago, IL (fully on-site) · TARGET START DATE: I ...

  • Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center

    Grant Writer

    3 days ago


    Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center Chicago, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionBenefits:Dental insurance · Health insurance · Vision insurance · Who are we? Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center is a Level I-II Outpatient provider · formed in 2016 to address the need for innovative, evidence-based, holistic substance use · ...

  • Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center

    Grant Writer

    1 month ago


    Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center Chicago, United States Full time

    Benefits: · Dental insurance · Health insurance · Vision insurance · Who are we? Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center is a Level I-II Outpatient provider formed in 2016 to address the need for innovative, evidence-based, holistic substance use disorder (SUD) treatment on the W ...

  • Circleurban

    Grant Writer

    4 weeks ago


    Circleurban Chicago, United States

    Positon: · Grant Writer & Philanthropy Associate · About Circle Urban Ministries: Circle Urban Ministries is a community development non-profit organization working to transform lives and transform communities. A leader in holistic, trauma-driven intervention, Circle embraces c ...

  • Urban Growers Collective

    Senior Grant Writer

    3 weeks ago


    Urban Growers Collective Chicago, United States Full time

    About Urban Growers Collective · Urban Growers Collective is a Black- and women-led non-profit farm in Chicago, Illinois working to build a more just and equitable local food system. We aim to address the inequities and structural racism that exist in the food system and in commu ...

  • Urban Growers Collective

    Senior Grant Writer

    1 week ago


    Urban Growers Collective Chicago, United States

    Job Description · Job DescriptionAbout Urban Growers Collective · Urban Growers Collective is a Black- and women-led non-profit farm in Chicago, Illinois working to build a more just and equitable local food system. We aim to address the inequities and structural racism that exis ...

  • Urban Growers Collective

    Grant Writer

    3 weeks ago


    Urban Growers Collective Chicago, United States Full time

    About Urban Growers Collective · Urban Growers Collective is a Black- and women-led non-profit farm in Chicago, Illinois working to build a more just and equitable local food system. We aim to address the inequities and structural racism that exist in the food system and in commu ...

  • Bobby E. Wright Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center

    Grant Writer

    2 weeks ago


    Bobby E. Wright Comprehensive Behavioral Health Center Chicago, United States

    **Job Summary**: · Under the direction of the President/CEO, the Grant Writer is responsible for developing and writing inquiries, letters, stay up to date on all grant changes and policies, and proposals requesting funds to support Bobby E. Wright's programs and services. · **Ro ...

  • Madonna Mission

    Grants Writer

    3 weeks ago


    Madonna Mission Chicago, United States

    **Key Responsibilities** · - Obtains supporting information and documentation from cross-department colleagues, such as program budgets and/or data, and translates that information in a way that will persuade the prospective donor. · - Provides support, information, and backgroun ...

  • Brighton Park Neighborhood Council

    Grant Writer

    1 week ago


    Brighton Park Neighborhood Council Chicago, United States

    **Brighton Park Neighborhood Council (BPNC) **is an intergenerational community-based organization dedicated to equity and racial justice. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for the working-class and immigrant populations of Chicago's southwest side through grassroots ...

  • Casa Central

    Senior Grant Writer

    6 days ago


    Casa Central Chicago, United States

    Seeking an organized, conscientious professional with prior experience in grant writing. Significant experience in government/public grant making & reporting is preferred. This individual will serve as a member of the Resource Development team and liaise between Casa Central and ...

  • Keshet

    Grant Writer

    6 days ago


    Keshet Northbrook, United States

    Job Details · Job Location · Business Office - Northbrook, IL · Position Type · Part Time · Education Level · None · Salary Range · $25.00 Hourly · Travel Percentage · None · Job Shift · Day · Job Category · Admin - Clerical · Description · Position: Grant Writer · ...

  • Tradewinds

    Grant Writer

    2 weeks ago


    Tradewinds Merrillville, United States

    Department: Marketing & DevelopmentHours: Full-Time - hours may vary.Position Objective: Responsible for researching, drafting, and submitting grant applications and other proposals to obtain grants or other funding for a variety of TradeWinds programs and projects. Also assist D ...


  • Beacon Hill Chicago, United States

    To Apply for this Job Click Here · Our client, a Chicago based non-profit, is seeking Grant Writer and Donor Relations Specialist. This candidate will manage fund development activities including grant writing, donor relationship management, and fundraising projects. This is a ...