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As a faith-inspired organization, SOME was founded and built upon the belief in dignity and respect for all people. We all are worthy of it and responsible for it. Appreciation for our shared humanity and sense of community has been a central feature of our mission for over 50 years. This is the call to action that SOME represents: to serve, empower and elevate all members of our community. As champions of our mission, we commit to creating an environment that welcomes and celebrates the diverse array of employees and clients we engage with every day. We strive to be bold in our work, knowing that to drive meaningful change, we must not shy away from discomfort. We reject all forms of individual and systemic discrimination, work actively to eliminate the abuse of privilege and power, and seek justice and equity for all we encounter.
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COVID-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Keuhner Place, Leland Place and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for a reasonable accommodation.
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Grants Coordinator (Grant Writing)
| Department: | Development |
| Location: | Washington, DC |
SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.
Position Description: SOME (So Others Might Eat) is actively recruiting a full-time Grant Coordinator to complement our development team. This role will play a pivotal part in enhancing the Development Team's fundraising capabilities and cultivating relationships with corporate and foundation partners within SOME's portfolio. Key duties encompass donor prospecting, research, proposal formulation, oversight of the grants calendar, timelines, and donor documentation, among other responsibilities as designated.
Required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience in grants coordination, 2 years' experience in grant writing
Preferred: Bachelor's Degree, 3+ years' experience in grants coordination and grant writing
Schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am - 4:30pm (40 hours a week)
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent organizational and project management skills with attention to detail
- Strong writing and editing skills; ability to write clearly and persuasively
- Ability to interpret complex private grant funding requirements
- Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines and manage multiple projects
- Strong customer service skills
- Proficient with MS Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook; experience with Smartsheet a plus
- Ability to engage professionally with external and internal stakeholders
- Knowledge of fundraising databases
Prospecting & Research
- Lead prospecting efforts for SOME’s corporate and foundation portfolio, establishing a robust pipeline.
- Conduct research and prepare profiles on prospective corporate and foundation funders at all gift levels in support of team goals.
- Assist the VP of Corporate and Foundation Relations in preparing prospect strategies to achieve a positive prospect to funder conversion rate.
- Support prospect/donor cultivation, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship activities
Grant Writing & Reporting
- Write a minimum of 3 proposals or other funder deliverables per month.
- Coordinate proposal development and grant submissions/reporting for assigned funders.
- Effectively work with department and program staff to gather information for proposals and reports and ensure timely updates to program descriptions.
Coordination
- Manage a grants calendar with 100+ corporate/foundation relationships to ensure the information is accurate and up to date (all key deliverables, deadlines, relevant links, etc.).
- Inform development/program staff of donor requirements and secure inputs by deadline.
- Maintain project management resources and trackers.
- Manage donor database reporting for grants and support the VP of Corporate and Foundation Relations to ensure complete and accurate donor records.
- Conduct a monthly reconciliation of submitted proposals, grants awarded, and disbursed gifts.
Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds. Requires looking at a computer screen for several hours a day. May be required to sit for long periods. Must be able to travel to events and meetings offsite.
To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your on-line application profile to be considered. No phone calls please.
SOME (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.
