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As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for volunteer grant writing in the United States is $66,107.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52,000.00 and $73,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Volunteer grant writers are individuals who offer their time and skills to help organizations, often nonprofits, secure funding through grant proposals. They research potential funding opportunities, write and edit grant applications, and collaborate with organization staff to gather necessary information. By volunteering, they help organizations access critical resources without incurring the costs of hiring professional grant writers, making it easier for nonprofits to achieve their missions.

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To thrive as a Volunteer Grant Writer, you need strong research, writing, and analytical skills, often supported by experience in nonprofit or fundraising environments. Familiarity with grant databases, online application portals, and tools like Microsoft Word and Excel is advantageous. Attention to detail, perseverance, and effective communication are valuable soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for crafting compelling proposals, meeting deadlines, and securing funding to support organizational missions.

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Volunteer grant writers often encounter challenges such as limited access to organizational data, balancing grant writing with other commitments, and understanding complex grant requirements. To overcome these obstacles, it's helpful to establish clear communication with the nonprofit team, request access to necessary information early, and seek out training or mentorship opportunities. Collaborating closely with program staff ensures accurate proposals, while time management skills help volunteers meet deadlines effectively.
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Infographic showing various Volunteer Grant Writing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $66,107 per year, or $31.8 per hour.

Volunteer Grant Writer

A Faith That Does Justice

Boston, MA • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

We're seeking a volunteer Grant Writer to help us translate our work into funding. A Faith That Does Justice is an all-volunteer interfaith nonprofit serving Greater Boston. We bring people of faith together around direct service and advocacy — including English language instruction for more than 200 immigrants each year and more than 5,000 nutritious lunches each year for families facing food insecurity.

You'll join a small, collegial Advancement team where your writing directly determines what programs we can sustain and grow. Because we're an all-volunteer organization, every dollar raised goes to the mission rather than overhead.

What You'll Do

    • Draft and submit grant one or two proposals per month to foundations and other institutional funders
    • Tailor narratives to each funder's priorities and application requirements
    • Maintain organized records of applications, deadlines, and funder communications
    • Work closely with the Grant Researcher to move promising prospects into submitted proposals
    • Meet weekly with the Advancement team

What We're Looking For

    • Previous grant writing experience, ideally in the nonprofit sector
    • Strong writing and communication skills
    • Comfort with Excel, Word, and online research for organizing and tracking applications
    • Willingness to get up to speed on AFTDJ by reviewing recent proposals
    • Availability for a weekly Advancement team meeting

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