Grant Writer Assistant Volunteer

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About Us

BCAUSEICAN is a 501(c)3 organization. We are on a mission to provide programs and services to underserved communities; our passion is to reach and teach children so that they can thrive, strive, and arrive. The leading program is the BCAUSEICANCODE curriculum, which provides instruction in coding concepts, terminology, and skills to begin the art of coding for grades K-12. We currently focus on schools in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia (the DMV as it is known to locals).

Role Overview

The Grant Writer Assistant Volunteer will play a vital role in supporting BCAUSEICAN’s fundraising efforts and donor engagement initiatives. This position involves assisting in the development and execution of grant opportunities and writing for potential funders. This volunteer role reports directly to the Executive Director and requires a commitment of approximately 10 to 15 hours per month.

Selected candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. This is a volunteer position. We are seeking high school or college students with an interest in grant wrting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in researching and identifying potential grant opportunities

• Maintain a comprehensive database of potential funders and grant deadlines

• Support the preparation and submission of grant applications

• Collaborate with team members to gather necessary programmatic and financial information for applications and reports

• Proofread grant applications for clarity, grammar, and spelling

• Ensure all grants and reports are submitted by the specified deadlines

• Assist in the preparation of reports to funders

• Stay informed about funding trends and changes in grant-making organizations

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Grant Writer Assistant or similar role

• Familiarity with the grant application process

• Excellent research and organizational skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communication, or related field