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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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Infographic showing various Volunteer Grant Writing job openings in Decatur, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,542 per year, or $31 per hour.

Grant Writing Manager - Remote

Atlanta, GA • On-site, Remote

American Cancer Society
Non-Profits • 5 - 10K employees
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$75K - $82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago

American Cancer Society rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

At the American Cancer Society, we're working to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. Our employees and 1.3 million volunteers are raising the bar every single day. We are a culture comprised of diverse backgrounds and experience, to better serve our communities.
The people who work at the American Cancer Society focus their diverse talents on our lifesaving mission. It is a calling. And the people who answer it are fulfilled.
**Cover letter is required with resume and application.**
This is a fully remote position and can be based anywhere within the U.S.
The Grant Writing Manager is an experienced senior professional writer, responsible for compelling content development and full scale project management of grants proposals, as well as providing strategic recommendations for the successful execution of grant proposals that are well-aligned with Foundation guidelines. Managers are expected to support approximately 40-50 solicitations each year, resulting in $1M to $1.5M annually.
The position's primary objective is to meet annual and campaign fundraising goals by working with team partners to develop and execute a portfolio of new, renewable, and upgradeable institutional donors. Chief responsibilities include creation of Letters of Inquiry and proposals; assisting other team partners in foundation strategy and development/management of a robust foundation portfolio; identifying and researching appropriate foundation prospects; assisting team partners with donor stewardship and grant deliverables; and management of a foundation fundraising calendar. In addition,Grant Writers advises and assists Philanthropy (and occasionally Corporate) team members across all regions with process and compliance issues related to funding agency regulations and standards, and oversees adherence to Foundation administrative, fiscal, and accounting policies and procedures related to grant proposals and grant management.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Manages a portfolio of accounts in partnership with Relationship Coordinators and manages or supports all stages of the foundation grant lifecycle - primarily proposal development and submission, but also prospecting and pre-proposal strategy and post-award deliverables - 40%;

  • Partners with staff to identify, strategize, and advance high-value foundation funding opportunities - 20%;

  • Oversees robust grant pipeline management, including calendars, tracking systems, compliance review, and coordination of funding-related financial and regulatory documentation - 20%;

  • Provides strategic guidance to internal stakeholders on program planning, priorities, and alignment with funder requirements - 10%;

  • Develops best practice grant review processes and maintains refined proposals - 10%.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree

  • Years of experience: 3-5 years' experience in a major gift/campaign fundraising environment, with a preference for working with foundations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
  • Knowledge of restricted fund accounting principles, procedures, budgets and standards along with the ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and/or projections.

  • Excellent written, copy-editing and analytical skills

  • Ability to work independently in a complex organization, effectively prioritizing projects, meeting deadlines, and communicating clearly with diverse stakeholders.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Minimal.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment

  • No or very limited physical effort required

  • No or very limited exposure to physical risk

The starting rate is $75,000 to $82,000. The final candidate's relevant experience/skills will be considered before an offer is extended. Actual starting pay will vary based on non-discriminatory factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.
ACS provides staff a generous paid time off policy; medical, dental, retirement benefits, wellness programs, and professional development programs to enhance staff skills. Further details on our benefits can be found on our careers site at: jobs.cancer.org/benefits. We are a proud equal opportunity employer.

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