Grants and Foundations Volunteer

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The Arthritis Foundation - Maryland is looking for dedicated volunteers to assist with grant and foundation research, writing and submission. Responsibilities include:

• Complete all training as required by Arthritis Foundation
• Work with Arthritis Foundation staff to understand funding priorities, organization mission and other relevant information
• Communicate directly with their assigned Point of Contact regarding potential funding opportunities
• Research potential foundation funders using subscriptions services provided by the Arthritis Foundation
• Talk to funders as appropriate to clarify questions, funding priorities or their alignment with Arthritis Foundation focus areas
• Prepare Letters of Introduction, Letters of Intent, Proposals and/or Applications, and Thank You Letters for review and submission by Arthritis Foundation staff

Skills - A strong candidate will have the following qualities:

• Background in grant writing, professional writing, and/or technical writing
• Experience with prospect research tools
• Strong organization and communication skills
• Understanding of confidentiality surrounding constituent and financial information
• Commitment to the Arthritis Foundation’s mission and programs

This is a remote/virtual volunteer opportunity. Meaning you can be located anywhere in the United States provided you have a computer and a reliable internet connection. This opportunity is flexible. However, we will work on the deadlines needed to ensure a successful grant submission.