Researcher & Grant Writer

The Fundraising Researcher and Grant Writer will play a vital role in advancing Combined Arms’ fundraising efforts by conducting thorough prospect research (50%) and developing high-quality grant proposals (50%). This position requires a strategic thinker with strong research, writing, and organizational skills, and a passion for supporting veterans. The role will work closely with the Development team to secure funding, build relationships, to conduct deep and broad research on high-net worth individuals (HNW), corporations, and philanthropic foundations in order to grow and sustain our programs.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Research (50%):

• Prospect Research: Identify and evaluate potential donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations, as well as government and private grant opportunities aligned with the organization’s mission.
• Donor Profiling: Create detailed profiles on prospective donors and organizations, analyzing financial capacity, giving history, and connections to veteran-related causes.
• Funding Trends Analysis: Monitor philanthropy trends, particularly in veteran-focused funding, to identify new opportunities and inform fundraising strategies.
• Data Management: Maintain and update donor and prospect information in the organization’s CRM system (e.g., Salesforce, Donor Perfect) to ensure accurate and accessible records.
• Research Reporting: Prepare concise reports summarizing research findings to support donor cultivation and grant application strategies.

Grant Writing (50%):

• Grant Proposal Development: Write compelling grant proposals and letters of inquiry tailored to foundation, corporate, and government funders, clearly articulating the nonprofit’s mission and program impact.
• Grant Research Support: Identify and prioritize grant opportunities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and eligibility requirements.
• Reporting and Compliance: Prepare grant reports to meet funder requirements, including program outcomes, budgets, and impact metrics.
• Collaboration: Work with program staff to gather data and stories that strengthen grant narratives and demonstrate the impact of veteran-focused initiatives.
• Proposal Tracking: Manage grant application timelines, submissions, and follow-up to ensure deadlines are met and relationships with funders are maintained.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, English, research, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 1-2 years of experience in fundraising, grant writing, or prospect research (internships or volunteer experience may be considered).
• Strong research skills, with proficiency in using online databases and tools like Foundation Directory Online, LexisNexis, Chat GPT, or similar platforms.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft persuasive, clear, and concise grant proposals and reports.
• Familiarity with CRM software and data management practices. (i.e. SalesForce, DonorPerfect, FundraiseUp, Evergreen, etc.)
• Passion for supporting active duty, veterans and their families.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, and research tools.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit fundraising, grant writing, or research for veteran-related causes.
• Knowledge of philanthropy trends and funding sources for veteran-focused programs.
• Comfort with analyzing budgets or program data for grant applications.
• Attention to detail, desire for self-improvement, and willingness to improve fundraising enterprise & processes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $70,000 - $85,000 (commensurate with experience and employment type)
• Flexible work environment.
• Generous vacation and sick time.
• Generous holiday schedule (including a paid week off between winter holidays).
• Maternity/Paternity Leave.
• Professional development, leadership development, and attendance at conferences or training events.
• 100% company-paid health benefits for employees and 50% for dependents.
• Matching 401k contributions up to 3%.

Location:

• Remote.
• Hybrid or on-site work options available.
• Occasional travel required, not expected to exceed once a month.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Grant proposal writing: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Location:

• United States (Required)

Work Location: Remote