SUMMARY The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Detroit exists to build a more equitable and compassionate world through meaningful personal relationships providing whatever is needed to help our neighbors get back on their feet and on a path towards self-sustainability. Our programs provide support ranging from utility housing clothing and food assistance to education and mentorship. We are passionate about driving systemic change and helping our neighbors in Metro-Detroit break out of poverty. This position will lead the organizations grant strategy research funding opportunities and develop compelling proposals to drive our philanthropic support. You will play a crucial role in building our financial sustainability to expand our services to prevent homelessness. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Manage the grant application process from start to finish including submission and follow up.
- Research prospect prepare submit and manage grant proposals with funding sources including government agencies foundations and corporations.
- Help to initiate/facilitate meetings between leadership and funding sources to cultivate relationships.
- Write and submit grants for new funds and to re-apply to current foundations and corporations.
- Develop budgets for grant proposals in collaboration with Program Directors and accounting team.
- Coordinate with leadership team and program staff to learn about current and future funding needs.
- Write compelling impact reports for existing funders highlighting program outcomes and successes.
- Develop and submit grant reporting as required by funders.
- Maintain a timeline for applications and reports and ensure timely submission of applications and reports.
- Maintain grant records including contact information due dates reporting requirements and outcomes.
- Write donor ask letters and proposals.
- Enter data into our Raisers Edge database to track potential grants/donors applications awards and reports.
- Help create process documents across the organization.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE - Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Journalism or related field required
- One to three years in grants management field and have secured grants from foundations corporate and government sources.
- Knowledge of Metro Detroit area non-profit funding sources.
- Able to work well in a team environment handle multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written communication skills with an ability to write clear structured articulate and persuasive proposals.
- Strong editing skills.
- Keen attention to detail highly organized and a mindset for thoroughness.
- Ability to juggle and meet multiple competing deadlines.
- Knowledge and familiarity with research techniques and resources for grant prospecting.
- Strong contributor in team environments.
- Compensation based on candidates level of experience and on-the-job performance after 90 days.
For any questions please contact Gabby Hornak at
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