Grant Research Volunteer

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Modern Military Association of America is looking for someone with grant research experience. Our organization is a united voice for LGBTQ+ military and veteran communities. Modern Military works to uphold and expand the civil rights progress made on behalf of LGBTQ+ service members, veterans, and their families through education, advocacy, support networks, and discriminiation tracking.

The Perks of Volunteering for Modern Military:

• All volunteer work is full remote, and you work the hours you want. All our volunteers need is an internet connection and some idea of how many hours per week they can dedicate to helping us.
• Additionally, all volunteers who are dependable and complete work as assigned will receive:
• Glowing recommendations from Modern Military senior management upon request. These recommendations can be via the volunteer's preferred method, e.g., on LinkedIn, as a letter, as an official reference on job applications, etc.
• 1:1 Professional Development This will be based on the volunteer's stated interest and could take the form of: resume review, interview coaching, cover letter editing, or skills training.

What We're Looking For:

• Research Knowledge: Experience researching and finding the needly in the haystack
• Cultural Competency: An openness to learning about LGBTQ+ issues and their intersection with military service, with guidance from our team
• Commitment: Ability to dedicate sufficient time to see the project through (on a flexible schedule, of course)

What we Need Help With:

Currently, we are seeking volunteers to help us research hrants and foundations to apply to for funding. Your expertise will directly contribute to increasing visibility for this important cause.

Our ideal candiates will, with guidance and training from staff:

• Demonstrate or acquire under guidance from Modern Military staff basic cultural competency in LGBTQ+ issues and how they intersect with military service
• Spend four hours a week to reseasrch, identify, and maintain a list of possible grants and foundations Modern Military could be eligible for
• maintain a spreadsheet of possible grants and foundations, and application details
• Have a passion for research and making an impact