Job Description: Freelance Grant Researcher and Writer

Role/Functions:

Research Prospective Funders: Identify potential funding sources (individuals, foundations) and create a detailed portfolio for tracking and budgeting [~1 month].

Execute Letters of Intent, Grant Applications, and Reports: Prepare and submit necessary documentation to secure funding.

Funder Stewardship: Maintain relationships with funders through emails and potential in-person meetings as needed.

Assist with Building Partnerships: As time allows, help develop partnerships throughout the city of Redlands and recruit new Chamber members.

Compensation:

Function (1): Hourly rate of $25/hour, up to a maximum of 30 hours/week.
- 20 hours/week = $500 times X weeks
- 25 hours/week = $625 times X weeks
- 30 hours/week = $750 times X weeks
Functions (2-4): Compensation based on a percentage of grants received:
- Grant range $1,000 - $10,000: 0.06% of the grant amount
- Grant range $11,000 - $50,000: 0.04% of the grant amount
- Grant range $51,000 - $100,000: 0.03% of the grant amount
- Grants exceeding $101,000: 0.02% of the grant amount

Requirements:

At least 5 years of experience in grant writing.
Subscription to an online funder search engine like Candid.
Comprehension of common grant language for the city/county/state/govt and access to necessary documents such as 501(c)(3) status, EIN number, and annual reports.
High accuracy and personal accountability.
Excellent attention to detail.

If you are a motivated freelance professional with experience in grant research and writing, and you meet the above requirements, we would love to hear from you!

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