The Opportunity
Kupferberg Center for the Arts (KCA) at Queens College seeks a resourceful, self-motivated, and versatile freelance Grant Writer who will support KCA’s development strategy through the drafting of foundation, corporate, and government grants, and researching new prospects. The Grant Writer will develop grant applications and reports, sponsorship proposals, and other appropriate funder correspondences.
The largest multi-disciplinary arts entity in the borough of Queens, Kupferberg Center’s overall mission is to provide high-quality accessible and affordable cultural attractions to the Queens College community and the borough’s 2.4 million residents. KCA features world-class artists and performances at its main stage campus venues, and showcases the talents of emerging and regional artists in off-site, neighborhood settings. A leader in the cultural landscape of Queens, KCA connects residents of the most culturally diverse region in the nation to their unique artistic heritages, showcasing these arts to a broader audience and highlighting the contributions each makes to the distinct nature of our campus and community.
The Grant Writer will report to the Director of KCA. Intended start date is January 2026.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Writing: Lead the preparation of letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and narrative reports for existing and prospective foundation, corporate, and government funders, and in some instances individual donors. Edit existing materials for updated proposals and reports, tailoring each draft to speak to the specific funder.
- Proposals and Reports: Organize and gather internal sources of information including program details, budgets, and statistics for purposes of grant submissions. Assist with records management.
- Research: Explore and analyze funder databases, peer organizations’ websites, 990s, community resources, local corporations, outside referrals, and other sources to find new potential funders that fit the organization’s mission and programming. Perform prospect research to support existing and new programs and create or update funder profiles and briefing materials, as necessary.
- Meet with leadership on a weekly or bi-weekly basis—remotely, with occasion for on-site meetings, as required—to report on status of proposals, reports, prospect research, and other open items.
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in grant writing and/or grants management
- Impeccable attention to detail
- Highly skilled in prioritizing and organizing a complex calendar of deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated with the ability to work well in a team environment under minimum supervision
- Experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word
- Passion for the arts and/or nonprofits
- Familiarity with Queens and New York City cultural sectors
COMPENSATION
This position is a part-time freelance consultancy paid at the rate of $45-50 per hour, not to exceed 40 hours per month.
TO APPLY
KCA/Queens College/CUNY is an equal opportunity employer and invites applications from a diverse pool of candidates regardless of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or sexual orientation. Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and resume. No phone calls please.
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: $45.00 - $50.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Flushing, NY 11367
