Grant Writers strive to receive funding from different organizations and individuals by researching, drafting, and submitting proposals. They are responsible for discovering grant opportunities and building and maintaining relationships with funders, donors, and others within the community.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities
- Research and identify grants that match the objectives of the organization
- Develop proposals for matching grants
- Oversee preparation of grant proposals, conduct a final review of proposals, and ensure timely submission
- Maintain accurate record of past and present grant opportunities, deadlines, and proposals
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with colleagues and donors
- Respond to funder questions
- Detail impact of a grant
Education and Background
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in English, marketing, communication, or a related field. Employers may prefer candidates who have certification.
Skills and Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to conduct thorough research
- Detail-oriented and robust organization and multitasking skills
- Knowledge of current trends in donating
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite tools
Compensation
According to Payscale the median annual salary of a Grant Writer with
1 Year of Experience:
- Orlando, Florida: $45,000
- Tampa, Florida: $44,000
- Jacksonville, Florida: $41,000
- Miami, Florida: $45,000
- Atlanta, Georgia: $55,000
- Chicago, Illinois: $50,000
- Houston, Texas: $55,000
- Los Angeles, California: $51,000
- New York City, New York: $50,000
- Seattle, Washington: $56,000
- Overall: $48,000
5 Years of Experience:
- Orlando, Florida: $61,000
- Tampa, Florida: $63,000
- Jacksonville, Florida: $59,000
- Miami, Florida: $60,000
- Atlanta, Georgia: $61,000
- Chicago, Illinois: $66,000
- Houston, Texas: $64,000
- Los Angeles, California: $64,000
- New York City, New York: $60,000
- Seattle, Washington: $66,000
- Overall: $63,000
Similar Titles
- Grant Specialist
- Grant Coordinator
- Development Coordinator
- Development Manager
- Development Director
- Chief Development Officer
- Proposal Writer
Career Path
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in a communication-related field. Employers may prefer candidates who have on-the-job experience and have certification. Grant Writers can advance to positions such as Grant Specialist, Development Coordinator, Development Manager, Development Director, and Chief Development Officer.
Position Trends
The growth of nonprofit and related organizations indicates that professional opportunities for grant writers will increase. Because these organizations obtain funding primarily through donors and grants, demand for Grant Writers will increase. The Grant Professionals Organization offers individuals professional opportunities to further develop knowledge and skills in grant research, writing, and management.
Job Outlook
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in the Technical Writer field, including Grant Writers, is expected to grow eight percent from 2018 to 2028. This growth rate is faster than average.
Typical Hours
Typical hours for this position are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, in an office setting.
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