Grant Writer - Advisor

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Position Title: Grant Writer Advisor

Organization: C.A.R.E. Wellness Center & Services

Location: Olympia, Washington, US

Commitment: 20+ hours/week

Reports to: Founder/CEO/Director

About the Organization:
C.A.R.E. Wellness Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity with a mission of providing a safe farm stay, holistic retreat, and wellness programs for BIPOC community and allies for equality. Its programs are focused on persons of color and works with vulnerable populations such as BIPOC with justice-involvement, foster youth, and those suffering mental health challenges. The person in this role must be sensitive to these populations and center their duties on wellness.

C.A.R.E. participates in a consortium for BIPOC services in Washington (King, Pierce, and Thurston counties) preparing a fundraising campaign for 2024 with fundraising events and grant writing for the goal of piloting its wellness programs by May 2024. C.A.R.E. has designed an innovative program that incorporates aspects of spirituality, agriculture, and social justice for minorities so we could really use a creative and experienced writer who can identify qualifying grants, capture our vision, our mission, and help us achieve the funding needed for this exciting and inspiring work! With more funding, we can hire our multi-disciplinary professionals and support team and submit our program to the state as evidence-based.

Our mission is to provide a safe farm stay, holistic retreat, and wellness programs for black, indigenous, people of color and allies, to recover from Post-Traumatic Slave Syndrome via Spirituality, AgroTourism, and Racial Justice.

Our Vision is Connectivity: to Nature; to God; and to Self. Or goal of acquiring farmland is to establish a safe spiritual retreat for people of color to escape constant trauma and begin repairing their fractured foundation and realize self-actualization. Our programs are a research community project with a goal of empowering others to heal from PTSS.

Project: The Founder/CEO has identified grants to apply within the next two weeks and is seeking someone to review and help us with Letters of Intent, and Grant Proposal support. Payment can be negotiated upon back-end of award.

Responsibilities:

1. Grant Research and Identification:

   • Conduct thorough research to identify potential grant opportunities aligned with the mission and programs of the wellness center.
   • Stay informed about local, state, and federal grant programs, foundations, and philanthropic opportunities.

2. Proposal Development:

   • Collaborate with program managers and other relevant staff to gather information necessary for grant proposals.
   • Develop compelling grant proposals, including project descriptions, goals, objectives, budgets, and timelines.

3. Grant Submission:

   • Prepare and submit grant applications, ensuring all required documentation is complete and submitted on time.
   • Manage the grant submission process, including follow-up communication with funders as needed.

4. Relationship Building:

   • Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with grantors, foundation representatives, and other potential funding sources.
   • Attend relevant networking events and conferences to connect with potential donors and stay informed about funding trends.

5. Grant Reporting:

   • Collaborate with program managers to track and report on the progress of funded programs.
   • Prepare and submit timely and accurate grant reports to meet funder requirements.

6. Grant Strategy and Planning:

   • Work with the leadership team to develop and implement a comprehensive grant strategy aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.
   • Provide strategic advice on grant opportunities that align with the wellness center's mission.

7. Grant Compliance:

   • Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including reporting, budget management, and program implementation.
   • Stay up-to-date on grant compliance regulations and communicate changes to the relevant stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in grant writing and securing funding for nonprofit organizations.
• Strong research skills and ability to identify and evaluate potential grant opportunities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Knowledge of health and wellness programs and issues is a plus.
• Familiarity with Washington State funding landscape and grant-related regulations.
• Have excellent oral and written communication
• Submit proposals to grant coordinators for approval.
• Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.
• Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders.
• Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities.
• Work synergistically with C.A.R.E. CEO/Director and teams

To Apply, complete this form and upload your Resume/CV: https://forms.gle/TEe1B5c7krmZxRap7