Job Opportunity: Grant Writer

by | Apr 30, 2026

At Freedom To Thrive, we strive to embody our deepest values and Pro-Black principles as we support and care for our people impacted by crimmigration. 

The Grant Writer contributes to the success of the organization by professionally completing all grant reporting requirements to current and prospective funders, and articulating the work of Freedom To Thrive in proposals for new and renewal funding.

This is a remote contract position. 

Responsibilities:

  • Manage grant calendar and fundraising plan, and track all grant requirements and deadlines 
  • Partner with FTT staff to develop proposals to describe the organization’s work and case for support
  • Complete all requirements for grant renewals and grant prospects including writing letters of inquiry, full proposals, and reports
  • Work with FTT Co-Directors to identify new grant opportunities and individual prospects
  • Cultivate funder relationships and participate in funder calls as needed
  • Maintain an archive of all completed grant materials
  • Work with Co-Directors to produce reports for funders  and other FTT stakeholders
  • Review data on grant funding progress and prepare reports that detail applications submitted, their outcomes, and progress towards fundraising goals

Qualifications:

  • Understanding of the diverse communities that FTT works and organizes with
  • Ability to work collaboratively, problem-solve, and ask for help
  • Accountability to the tasks within the scope of work
  • Strong written communication and team-building skills
  • Ability to think critically and creatively, prioritize multiple projects, and commit to learning

Requirements:

  • Alignment with mission, vision, and goals of Freedom to Thrive, and a strong political commitment to social justice
  • Computer proficiency
  • Lived experience working with multiracial communities and settings
  • 2 years prior nonprofit fundraising experience
  • Strong written communications skills and attention to detail
  • Participate in individual supervision meetings, and other team meetings as necessary

Compensation:

  • This is a 6-month contract position of 15 hours a week, at $45 per hour.
  • Possibility of contract renewal, and/or future part-time or full-time employment at the conclusion of the contract
  • Safety & Wellness
    • We prioritize an organizational culture of wellness, healing and transformation, and work hard to maintain this through a shared commitment to trust-building work and principled struggle. We embody practices of communal accountability as a means to resolve tension and grievances, and provide safety for our team members. Although we do not require past experience in such practices, we do ask for prior consent in the form of an agreement to honor and support the continued development of these practices.

Please send resume and cover letter to info@freedomtothrive.org