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1 person is interested
Grant Writer
ORGANIZATION: Latched Support
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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1 person is interested
Reporting to Latched Support, Inc. Volunteer Coordinator and working with Latched Support, Inc. fundraising team, volunteers will assist with grant research and application to secure financial support for our new and existing Latched Support, Inc. programs. The Grant Writer will be responsible for securing grants from corporations and foundations both in San Antonio and nationwide
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About Latched Support
Location:
8102 Midcrown Drive, San Antonio, TX 78239, US
Mission Statement
Latched Support's Mission empowers growing families with life-saving prenatal and parenting education through resources and advocacy so that children may receive a healthy start in life.
Description
Latched Support is a 501c3 Nonprofit that empowers growing families with life-saving prenatal and parenting education through resources and advocacy so that children may receive a healthy start in life. Latched Support’s vision is to eradicate infant and maternal morbidity amongst all families regardless of race or economic status.San Antonio continues to have one of the highest infant and maternal mortality rates in the nation (6.2 per 1,000 live births). Also, despite a growing population, Black and Latinx mothers and infants continue to experience higher rates of infant mortality, preterm birth, low birth weight, pregnancy depression, postpartum depression, as well as severe maternal mortality and morbidity than other racial groups, according to the Texas Health and Human Services.As Co-Founders, Executive Directors, Registered Nurses, IBCLC Lactation Consultants, and health professionals with a combined 20 years of experience, Ashley and Veronica have dedicated their professional lives to the advocacy and equitable care of mothers and babies in San Antonio and surrounding areas.Latched Support is a beacon of hope amidst food desserts, economic insecurities, inadequate access to prenatal care, insurance, lactation support, and parenting education all impact the health and wellbeing of mothers and babies in our community. Because of their work and their mission, Latched Support has positively impacted over 2,500 mothers annually for the last five years.
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This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
February 12, 2018
SKILLS
- Resource Development / Management
- Organization
- Donor Management
- Fundraising
- Grant Writing / Research
- Public Relations
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- three days per week
- 60 credit hours toward BA/BS, prior experience