Development Associate - Grant Writer

Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) is a leader in supporting individuals with physical challenges in sports and fitness. The Development Associate – Grant Writer will support CAF’s development efforts by researching, drafting, and managing grant proposals and reports, while ensuring compliance with funder guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop thoughtful, connective grant proposal/application content for external grant funders, family foundations, and corporate giving partners to generate revenue
• Provide timely and accurate reporting as required in the grant/proposal agreement
• Collaborate with development and program staff to understand funding needs and grant funding impact
• Ensure all proposal and reporting content submitted is current, accurate, well-articulated, and in compliance with the funders' guidelines
• Maintain proposal and reporting tracking to ensure deadlines are met, budget goals are achieved through a consistent opportunity pipeline, and other established metrics for success are reported accurately
• Research and identify prospective foundation, corporate, and government grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities
• Support the organization and regional development directors with custom donor reporting (as needed)

Skills

• A Bachelor's degree along with relevant writing experience, especially grant writing, preferably for non-profits
• Strong writing skills with the ability to create concise and thoughtful narratives. Must be grammatically sound and show consistency in written work
• Ability to research funder needs, their priorities, and capture these details to communicate accurately and completely
• Strong understanding or willingness to learn current disability language and terminology
• High level of proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point, Outlook, Keynote, email communication platforms or similar online communication tools. Ability to quickly learn new software and technology
• Strong project management, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently with responsible follow-through. Flexibility and ability to expertly manage unexpected circumstances or changes
• Understand and support CAF's mission with a commitment to the objectives and goals of CAF's various programs
• Motivated to be involved through volunteering, connection with CAF's athletes and supporters, and keeping up to date about the landscape of the inclusive sports movement
• Salesforce and Graphic design skills a plus

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance (monthly stipend if not enrolled in medical insurance)
• Employer paid Basic Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401k match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

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