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11 people are interested
Grants Assistant
ORGANIZATION: Avivo
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11 people are interested
Avivo is funded by public and private sources. The Grants Assistant volunteer would help research, identify, document funding opportunities, gather relevant statistics, and support the completion of grant applications.
Volunteer may be expected to complete the following tasks as a volunteer, may also be assigned other tasks to assist staff as needed.
* Research potential funding opportunities, demographics, and other items useful to know when writing grant proposals.
* Write grants as assigned by Grants Manager.
Volunteer Requirements
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.
* Past experience writing grant proposals required.
* Marketing experience a plus, not required.
* Able to navigate and research online.
* Knowledge in MS office Word, Publisher, and Excel.
* Reliable.
About Avivo
Avivo increases well-being through recovery and career advancement while working to end homelessness. We are committed to undoing racism and promoting diversity.
Avivo delivers quality services in the Twin Cities in the fields of employment services, career education, chemical and mental health, and housing. Avivo is the only organization in the area that combines employment and recovery programs, and has achieved prominence in both fields. More than 15,000 people across the Twin Cities metro area and St. Cloud, MN receive services annually.
More opportunities with Avivo
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About Avivo
Location:
1900 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55404, US
Mission Statement
Avivo's mission is to increase well-being through recovery and career advancement while working to end homelessness. We envision communities free of health and economic disparities.
Description
Avivo serves nearly 15,000 Minnesotans each year, helping them achieve recovery, stable housing, employment and economic advancement. Founded in 1960, Avivo provides chemical and mental health services, housing support services, career education and employment services. We specialize in helping individuals and families who face personal or systemic barriers - poverty, homelessness, joblessness, chemical addiction or mental health concerns.
Avivo is unique because we pair our services to help individuals achieve lasting success. Our chemical and mental health services include chemical and mental health assessments, substance use disorder treatment (outpatient and residential) for individuals and families, mental health therapy, targeted case management and care coordination. Our ending homelessness services include street outreach for individuals living unsheltered, indoor tiny houses shelter (Avivo Village), hotel-to-home initiatives, transitional recovery housing and housing targeted case management. We operate Avivo Institute of Career & Technical Education which provides short-term training to earn industry credentials that launch individuals on career pathways and living wage jobs. Our full range of employment services customizes support for unemployed and under-employed individuals who are struggling to find work, transition or start their careers.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
July 8, 2021
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Resource Development / Management
- Grant Writing / Research
- Fundraising
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Average of 5 hours per week, minimum of 6 months