Grants Writer

We are looking for an experienced Grants Writer to support a mission-driven organization serving youth in Houston, Texas. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for a strong writer who can step in quickly, manage grant work with limited supervision, and help sustain funding efforts during an active reporting period and upcoming grant cycle. The role offers a flexible hybrid work environment and a chance to contribute to programs that make a meaningful community impact.Responsibilities:• Develop persuasive grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting narratives tailored to foundation, corporate, and institutional funding opportunities.• Manage the full grant lifecycle by tracking deadlines, preparing submission materials, and helping ensure applications are complete, accurate, and submitted on time.• Produce clear and compliant grant reports that communicate program outcomes, budget use, and organizational impact to funders.• Work closely with leadership and internal stakeholders to gather program data, financial details, and supporting content needed for proposals and reporting.• Maintain organized records of grant activity, including submissions, award status, reporting schedules, and required documentation.• Contribute independently from the start by identifying priorities, advancing assigned projects, and adapting to the organization’s funding calendar.• Participate in occasional onsite meetings with team members and leadership as part of a hybrid work schedule.• Provide writing samples during the interview process and demonstrate alignment with the organization’s mission through thoughtful, audience-focused communication.

Hourly rate: $27.7115–$32.087