Grants Writer and Researcher (Ongoing)

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Company Overview:

The DoughMain Financial Literacy Foundation was created to teach children basic financial and economic literacy skills to promote life-long financial health. DoughMain Financial Literacy Foundation Inc. (DMFLF), a 501(c)(3) organization is working to close the financial literacy gap in our country and build stronger, financially literate communities -- one student, one classroom, one school at a time. DoughMain Financial Literacy Foundation created and provides an eight-unit curriculum which includes lessons, activities, and highest quality to schools and teachers at no cost. We have developed a student-centered financial literacy curriculum for high school students. It is a 60-hour program that meets all national standards. We are presently engaging with schools and educators within central New Jersey communities and would appreciate your support in expanding our financial literacy education program for teens and advance our vision of "A Financially FIT America." The Foundation works closely with educators, opinion makers, business leaders and families to dramatically improve financial literacy and better prepare the next generation for a lifetime of better financial decisions.

Requirements of the Foundation:

• Be able to work 15-22 Hours per week during regular business hours at DMFLF HQ in Princeton, NJ
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a high level of computer and subject matter competency
• Be motivated, organized, willing to help with any project no matter how large or small, and be able to balance multiple priorities at once
• Have a strong desire to make a difference, a passion for the DMFLF mission, a positive attitude, and a sense of humor

Location of Internship:

DoughMain Financial Literacy Foundation

189 Wall Street

Princeton, NJ 08540

Office Number: 609-751-3300

To Whom will the intern report for this position?

Robert M. Church, Executive Director

rchurch@doughmainfoundation.org

Cell: 908-240-9694

Office: 609-751-3300 ext. 301

Qualifications, Skills, and Characteristics required:

We are looking for an intern or volunteer who is responsible, has good time management and communication skills, and can work well on their own. Because the position will be both in the office and within the community, it is important the intern or volunteer is an independent worker and has the ability to complete tasks on a timely manner. In the very least DMFLF interns or volunteers must be able to work with staff, volunteers, potential donors and major donors and develop any needed documents when asked.

Intern or volunteer should be at least 18 years of age, have excellent reading, writing and communication skills, have reliable transportation and a good working phone number. Interns or volunteers are required to have the ability to follow directions, speak about the organization, research, enter and track donor information utilizing various database systems.

Understanding of the Following:

• Grant research and writing process
• Understanding of the foundation’s message and vision
• Importance of a clear concise timeline/building schedule

Specific duties and tasks:

• Working with the Executive Director to create a database of potential grants and timelines for the writing process
• Create and Maintain a Grant Calendar which shows when a grant application and or report is due and the contact information
• Review funder websites, printed application guidelines and determining mission alignments of potential funder
• Work with staff and volunteers to identify areas of needs where a grant would help solve a problem of fill a need
• Learn how to research and write grants
• Research and help write, review and edit all affiliate grant proposals
• Evaluate grant writing strategy to adapt to the organization’s strategic plan
• Learn how to communicate with interested parties about what we do in-person, via telephone and e-mail
• Work with staff to develop a clear message
• Attend Community and related activities
• Work with staff to engage in outreach to local newspapers, news stations, and radio stations to convey message.

Benefits to the intern / compensation:

Although this in not a paid internship position, interns or volunteers will gain first-hand, individualistic experience in working in all facets of a non-profit organization, including within their focus areas. Interns or volunteers will be able to attend our functions and other events and activities as identified. Interns or volunteers will participate and become actively involved in the actual operational activities of the organization and will leave this experience with a professional understanding of the non-profit world that will serve them as they proceed professionally. Interns or volunteers will also leave this experience with a professional reference upon request.

Application Details:

If interested, please contact and provide Mr. Robert Church with a copy of your resume and a sample of your writing.

Contact Information:

Robert Church

Executive Director - DMFLF

189 Wall Street

Princeton, NJ 08854

rchurch@doughmainfoundation.org

Office: 609-751-3300 ext. 300