Mentor A Promise is hiring: Volunteer: Grant Writer in New York

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We partner with family temporary housing sites across New York, educational institutions, and community organizations to create a strong support network for young people experiencing homelessness, helping them overcome challenges and forge their own path to success. We connect students with our mentors for in-person and online programs.

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As a Grant Writer at Mentor A Promise, you will be responsible for crafting compelling, clear, and persuasive grant proposals that effectively communicate our mission, programs, goals, and impact. You will work closely with the grant research team to align proposals with funder priorities, and may be paired with a dedicated Grant Researcher to streamline the application process. Your ability to tell a powerful story and present information professionally will help drive funding for programs that support youth mentorship and education.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience writing grant proposals or similar content (can be academic, nonprofit, or professional writing).
• Familiarity with grant structures, requirements, and tone.
• Excellent grammar, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work with a research team.
  
  

Commitment

• Minimum commitment 6 months.
• Expected workload 5-6 hours per week, though actual time may vary depending on team workload and ongoing projects.
  
  

Why Work With Us?

At Mentor A Promise, your writing helps secure critical resources that empower young people and transform communities. You’ll gain valuable experience in nonprofit development and professional grant writing, all while being part of a mission-driven team that values your creativity, insight, and voice. Join us in creating real, lasting change-one proposal at a time.

Ready to apply? Use the following link to apply https //forms.gle/ptgy2zBZXJB1q7GV8

This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Civic and Social Organizations and Non-profit Organizations

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