Grant Writer Volunteer

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Sharia's Closet is a small but mighty nonprofit providing clothing for individuals and families in and around the San Diego community who are facing financial hardship or crisis. They provide personalized empowerment in the form of new/gently used clothing for those in need of their services, victims of domestic violence, natural disasters, and human trafficking as well as unsheltered or unemployed individuals. They know proper clothing helps people maintain a sense of dignity and self-esteem in times of insecurity.

As a Grant Writer Volunteer you'll be responsible for all phases of grant seeking, to include researching grant opportunities, developing and submitting grant proposals. You'll be asked to track all grant seeking activities and work with operational staff on grant implementation.

Volunteer Duties and Responsibilities

Research available grants and prepare grant proposals

Knowledge of the organization's financial needs and goals

Track all grant opportunities and submissions, provide follow up and distribution of grants

Write and send letters of thanks to grantors and donors

Any other grant writing and fundraising tasks which may be assigned

Perform other duties as assigned

Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes

Getting Started: All interested volunteers will be asked for an interview before getting started. A rsum and writing samples may be requested.

Desired Experience: Experience researching, writing and submitting grant proposals, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication skills (written and oral).

Volunteer Expectations: Volunteers are expected to have a willingness to help the community, good work ethic with consistent attendance and punctuality, provide outstanding customer service, attention to detail, ability to multi-task and follow-up, and be able to connect with the clients, make them feel welcome, comfortable, empowered and beautiful.

About Sharia's Closet

Founded in humble beginnings, the vision and intention of Sharia's Closet have remained constant over the past 8 years to accommodate the growing need for emergency clothing in San Diego's communities. All clothing and hygiene items that are graciously donated to Sharia's Closet are then given to people in need, and there is never an exchange of money for the clothing and hygiene items that Sharia's Closet provides. People of all ages, genders, identities, and cultural backgrounds are served with dignity and respect through Sharia's Closet, one purple bag at a time.