Pro Bono Grant Writer for Asian American Drug Abuse Program (Ages 55+)

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Quick Overview: If you have grant writing experience and are passionate about connecting youth with volunteer opportunities, becoming a grant writer for the Asian American Drug Abuse Program could be for you!

Organization: Asian American Drug Abuse Program, Inc.

Website: http://www.aadapinc.org/

Mission: AADAP exists to change lives and save families adversely impacted by substance abuse. It provides the diverse and multi-ethnic communities of Los Angeles a comprehensive "whole person" approach in its education, intervention, treatment, outreach, advocacy, and employment programs. AADAP distinguishes itself by embodying the Hawaiian concept of "Ohana," meaning "family." Each individual who joins AADAP joins a Family bound together by its values of compassion, responsibility, and respect.

Volunteer Roles and Responsibilities: We are looking for experienced grant writers/fundraisers/networkers who can research and identify funding, as well as develop, write and submit proposals, letters, reports and other materials as necessary to secure grant support from foundations, corporations and government funding sources. The pro bono grant writer we are looking for will have excellent writing, grammar, and communication skills. The volunteer will:

Investigate and identify prospective funding sources.

Research, develop, and write inquiries, letters, and other fundraising documents.

Draft compelling grant proposal narratives and other correspondence to solicit grant funds.

Track and monitor proposals, their deadlines, and requirements.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience in philanthropy and non-profit organizations, a plus

Proven experience as a non-profit grant writer, a big plus

Working knowledge of MS Office

Demonstrated strong planning, communication, and organizational skills

Excellent writing, grammar, and research skills.

Time Commitment: Flexible hours to be determined each week until the completion of the project, remote volunteer role, volunteers will need to be mindful of deadlines.