Grant Researcher

CST members have access to a diverse experience that combines fun, skill-building, community, and personal development. Our programs grow and evolve based on the needs and interests of our local youth and provide a safe outlet for them to explore their talents. One of our main goals is to teach children that their struggles and obstacles don’t determine their lives; they can always overcome adversity with help and hard work. Our members leave CST with leadership and social skills, academic improvement, and a built-in community they can rely on. Our main focus is to offer our youth the life skills that will positively shape their futures. The future of CST is bright. Our initial goal was to impact the world starting with our community; we’re now well on our way. We hope to eventually have youth centers worldwide, offering greater academic support, activities, and events catered to their specific communities, and a chance to add value to the lives of youth everywhere.

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Organization Children Striving Together

Location Remote

Website www.childrenstrivingtogether.org

Time Commitment 7-15 hrs per week for 6 month committment, with the possibility of extension based on mutual agreement

About Us

Children Striving Together is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mentorship, resources, and positive outlets for youth in underserved communities. Our mission is to create safe spaces that foster growth, creativity, and support, enabling every child to thrive.

Position Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented Volunteer Grant Researcher to help identify new funding opportunities for CST’s youth programs. In this role, you’ll assist in building a database of potential grant sources, providing the foundation for future proposals. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys research and wants to help CST expand its funding opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Grant Prospecting Conduct research to identify new funding opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and corporations.
• Database Creation Build and maintain an organized database of potential grants, including deadlines and eligibility criteria.
• Research Summaries Provide clear, concise summaries of funding opportunities for the team’s review.
• Funding Trend Monitoring Stay up-to-date on trends in philanthropy, grant cycles, and relevant funding for youth services.
• Collaboration Work closely with the development team to ensure the research aligns with CST’s funding needs.
• Recordkeeping Keep accurate records of all research efforts and maintain an up-to-date list of grant opportunities.
  
  

Qualifications

• Research Skills Enjoys conducting research and has experience using online databases and tools.
• Organized Strong ability to keep track of multiple funding opportunities and deadlines.
• Attention to Detail Capable of providing clear, concise summaries of funding sources.
• Self-Motivated Able to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Communication Skills Comfortable summarizing research and sharing findings with the team.
• Mission-Driven Passionate about helping underserved youth and supporting community-based programs.
  
  

What We Offer

• Flexible Schedule Work remotely with flexible hours to fit your availability.
• Valuable Experience Gain insight into the nonprofit sector, funding processes, and youth development.
• Meaningful Contribution Help CST secure funding that will directly impact the lives of young people.
• Recognition Receive a letter of recommendation and public acknowledgment for your important work.