Grant writers research and locate private and public grants, write proposals to fund various projects, and coordinate grant budgets. They often work for non-profit organizations and corporations.
Skills and Responsibilities
- Research and evaluate grant opportunities
- Read scholarship related to grant projects
- Possess excellent analytical and rhetorical skills
- Write grant proposals
- Develop grant budgets
- Edit and proofread documents to ensure clarity and correctness
- Interact with project officers at granting agencies
- Possess strong organizational and time management skills
Where They Work
Grant writers are often employed by businesses, government agencies, and universities. Companies and organizations that have recently posted jobs for grant writers in California include the Boys and Girls Club, RAFT, various universities, and the American Red Cross.