Grant Writer

Grant Writer (Volunteer / Pro Bono)

Directorate: Growth and Development Team

Reports To: President / Committee Chair (Lynda Pontious)

Estimated Time Commitment: 12–15 hours per month

Role Overview

The Veteran Project Manager Mentor Alliance (VPMMA) is a 100% volunteer-run $501(c)(3)$ nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and equipping military service members, veterans, and their spouses to achieve project management career greatness. As the Director of Volunteers, I am thrilled to expand our team to support our critical mission.

The Grant Writer is an essential operational role within our Growth and Development Team. This individual is responsible for identifying corporate foundations, government grants, and community funding opportunities and drafting compelling, persuasive funding proposals. By communicating the profound life shifts veterans experience and demonstrating how project management is a crucial life skill for reintegration, the Grant Writer directly helps secure the financial resources needed to sustain our mentorship and professional development programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Proposal Development: Draft, write, and assemble high-quality grant proposals, letters of intent (LOIs), and corporate sponsorship packages.
• Funding Research: Collaborate with Grant Researchers to identify and evaluate new foundation, corporate, and government grant opportunities that align with VPMMA’s mission and vision.
• Mission Advocacy: Articulate VPMMA's historical impact, comprehensive training programs, and unique mentorship models into narratives that resonate deeply with institutional donors.
• Reporting and Compliance: Coordinate with the Comptroller and Director of Development to gather financial data and program metrics to satisfy grant reporting requirements.
• Team Collaboration: Work dynamically with Grant Editors to refine prose and ensure that all packages meet funder specifications flawlessly before submission.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Writing & Communication Skills: Strong background in grant writing, technical writing, fundraising, or professional communications (experience with nonprofit grant applications is highly preferred).
• Research Abilities: Skill in navigating grant databases, analyzing funder guidelines, and matching organizational needs with donor priorities.
• Organizational Skills: Excellent time-management skills with a proven ability to meet strict application deadlines.
• Mission Alignment: A strong passion for supporting military veterans, service members, and military spouses.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable utilizing cloud-based collaboration tools, specifically Google Workspace and Shared Drives.

Volunteer Benefits

• Professional Development: Upskill and gain hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising, strategic growth, and grant portfolio management to boost your resume.
• Coursera Access: Complimentary professional development access to Google Certificates on Coursera.
• Recognition & Rewards: Eligibility for our Volunteer of the Month/Year awards, appreciation events, and formal letters of recommendation from staff leadership.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with a dedicated, nationwide community of project management professionals, corporate partners, and veteran advocates.
• Fulfillment: Make a direct, measurable impact on the lives of transitioning service members and their families during critical life transitions.

Standard Volunteer Expectations

• Reliability & Commitment: Maintain a regular schedule of volunteer service and complete assigned proposal tasks on time.
• Professionalism: Behave professionally toward all individuals and uphold the VPMMA Code of Conduct and Ethical Guidelines.
• Confidentiality & Data Privacy: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding proprietary operational documentation and ensure no sensitive partner data is disclosed.
• Compliance: Adhere to all relevant laws, regulatory frameworks, and VPMMA anti-discrimination and safety guidelines.
• Note: Volunteers are not covered under VPMMA's liability insurance policy and must secure personal coverage if desired. Background checks may be required depending on the nature of the position.