Position Overview

The Grant Writer & Grant Manager will play a critical role in supporting DSGSH’s fundraising strategy by researching, writing, and managing grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources. This position is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented professional who is passionate about youth development and social justice, and who can produce high-quality proposals in a small, mission-driven organization. This is a part-time, contract position requiring approximately 5 hours per week with flexible scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify new grant opportunities that align with DSGSH’s mission and priorities.
• Write compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports for funders.
• Maintain and update the organization’s grants calendar, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Track and manage post-award reporting requirements and deliverables.
• Collaborate with the Founder & CEO to gather program data, impact metrics, and success stories for use in proposals and reports.
• Assist with preparing budgets and supporting documentation for grant submissions.
• Help build and maintain relationships with funders, partners, and stakeholders.

Why Join DSGSH

• Be part of a movement that’s changing lives and strengthening communities.
• Flexible, remote work schedule (5 hours per week).
• Collaborative and supportive leadership team.
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding nonprofit making real community impact.

How to Apply

If you’re a skilled writer with a passion for purpose, and you want to use your talents to fuel healing and hope, we’d love to hear from you.

Submit your résumé, a brief cover letter, and a sample of a successful grant or proposal to dontshootgunsshoothoops@gmail.com with the subject line: Grant Writer Application – [Your Name].