Grant Writer

Common Threads (CT) is seeking Grant Writing support for our Development team. This position is responsible for writing/compiling grants, proposals, and reports as assigned by CT Development Staff. CT currently submits over 150 grant applications on an annual basis, as well as grant reports and concept papers. The Grant Writer may also contribute to creating, refining, or revising other communications and written materials required for the development team to effectively secure dollars for the organization and provide stewardship with foundation partners. The Grant Writer reports to the Director of Development and works closely with CT’s Development Manager

Responsibilities:

Works with Development Team to meet annual fundraising goal
Supports CT Development Team in all grant writing initiatives
Majority of support will entail proposal writing
Contributes to Foundation Relations database
Responsible for the accurate and timely entry of foundation information, including contacts, deadlines for all application materials and reports, and key recognition and outreach activities
May contribute to creating, refining, and/or formatting other communications and written materials for the development team
May engage with Program Managers or other Common Threads team members as needed for grants to obtain all necessary details and materials
Provides editing, formatting, or composition support to other staff as needed

The above statements are intended to describe the essential job functions of this role and are not an exhaustive list of all duties performed by personnel occupying this position.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's preferred
Excellent writing and editing skills, and proven ability to construct clear written arguments
Previous grant writing experience required
Familiarity with both foundational and government grant writing, process, and compliance requirements
Ability to work within a mission-driven environment to develop professional and respectful relationships with people both internal and external to Common Threads
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to manage projects with minimal supervision
Ability to quickly form relationships and build trust among coworkers
Strong attention to detail and analytic thinking
Be self-motivated, confident and have outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written
Strong organizational, time management and logical thinking skills

Other:

Common Threads employees are subject to a background check prior to employment
This is a full-time position that will primarily work Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm, but some nights and/or weekends may be required

Benefits:

Common Threads offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 15 days of paid-time off, 15 paid holidays, summer 1/2 Fridays, 3 floating holidays, medical, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program, and a 401(K) with company match.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

About Common Threads

Common Threads is a nonprofit that teaches children and families cooking and nutrition education to encourage health and wellness. We are national in scope, with strong roots in each of our 11 major program locations, reaching 30,000 children, parents, and teachers in 2020-2021. We equip under-resourced communities with information to make affordable, nutritious, and appealing food choices wherever they live, work, learn, and play. We know that food is rooted in culture and tradition, so we promote diversity in our lessons and recipes. We believe that adequate and healthy food contributes to well-being. For more information, visit www.commonthreads.org or Common Threads’ social media accounts (@CommonThreadsOrg on Instagram and @CommonThreadsUS on Twitter).