Grant Writer & Sponsorship Coordinator

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The volunteer Grant Writer & Sponsorship Coordinator is responsible for contributing to the development of Dance for All Bodies through researching grants, writing grant applications, and sending sponsorship inquiry letters to organizations.

This position is for you if you are interested in writing grants, leading crowdfunding campaigns, budgeting, remains persistent in the face of obstacles, and believe that dance should be made accessible to all regardless of ability, race, or income. We encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for this position.

Location: We accept applications from all around the world as this position is remote!

Job Description

• The three main duties of the funding coordinator is to help DfAB expand its impact by:

1. Finding new grant opportunities as well as corporations to sponsor DfAB.
2. Brainstorming other creative areas for us to generate revenue.
3. Collaborating with DfAB organizers in writing grant applications and sponsorship letters.

Essential Functions

• Keep record of grant applications that DfAB is eligible for, make timelines for applications.
• Find new potential funding and sponsorship opportunities for DfAB.
• Write sponsorship inquiry letters, grant applications and follow up with companies.
• Oversee grant application process, assisting with application drafts and collaborating with other team members when applicable.
• Collaborate with DfAB organizers and team members when writing letters of inquiry for grant applications.
• Find new avenues and services for DfAB to generate revenue to support our dance class programming.
• Keep track of financial, state, and local financial legal requirements to make sure we comply with all legislation.
• Design and oversee crowdfunding campaigns; keep track of donors and build relationships with them.

Key Competitions/Skills

• Previous experience working for an arts, disability advocacy non-profit or other grassroots organization is highly preferred.
• Experience working with different fundraising methods (crowdfunding, grant applications, online/offline fundraising campaigns, etc.)
• Ability to find or initiate creative funding opportunities and search for potential corporate sponsors.
• Superior time management skills, ability to multi-task projects and multiple calendars.
• Must be committed to DfAB’s mission to change the face of dance through accessible dance classes.
• Disciplined in working independently and remotely; not afraid to ask questions or admit when you don’t know something.
• Self-motivated and shows stamina in the face of obstacles.
• Collaborative mindset ; eager to be part of a team and contribute.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance preferred.

Work Environment

While most work will be done remotely, we will still have weekly video calls to check-in.

Expected Hours of Work

While there is room for flexibility in regards to hours, you will be expected to commit around 5-6 hours/week. You might be expected to commit more than that during the weeks where we run crowdfunding campaigns or grant applications are due.

If you plan to travel or take a break, let us know in advance and we will make sure to share your responsibilities amongst the rest of the team.

Preferred Education and Experience

At DfAB we believe that experience comes in many different forms. We want to prioritize those who demonstrate a strong commitment to our mission and are therefore willing to commit a great amount of time, thought, and effort into this cause. If you have previous experience in writing grants, sponsorship letters or budgeting that is great!

Please share any work you’ve previously done (ie sponsorship programs, grant applications) that you feel supports your application to this position.

To Apply

Send your resume & 1-2 paragraphs answering the questions below to info@danceforallbodies.org with "Grant Writer & Sponsorship Coordinator" in the subject heading.

Questions to address in your application:

• Why does making dance accessible to people with disabilities matter to you?
• Do you have previous experience working individually or remotely? If yes, please share an example.
• Tell us about a time when you led a funding campaign, applied for a grant or led a unique and creative funding opportunity for a project. What were some of the obstacles? How did you address them?

Questions

If you are interested in only storytelling or grant writing but not budgeting, that is okay! Please still send us your application and we would love to see if you can get involved with Dance for All Bodies at any level.