What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grants Manager position at People's Resource Center?
People's Resource Center (PRC) is seeking candidates for the role of Grants Manager. The Grants Manager manages the full range of grant activities to prepare, submit, and track grant proposals to foundations and corporate sources, and limited government sources. This is a full-time, hybrid position, with two (2) days in-office in Wheaton, and three (3) days remote (additional in-office days as needed for meetings, site visits, etc.). Candidates with experience in grant management in a social service organization are preferred.
The salary range for the position is $65,000-$70,000 and include a full benefits package including health, dental, 20 days of PTO, paid holidays, and a SIMPLE IRA with company match. To apply for this position, please send a resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to resumes@peoplesrc.org.
Some of the duties of the role include:
- Research, plan, manage, and execute PRC"s comprehensive grant and stewardship process, including all research, proposal writing, submission and reporting deadlines
- Recommend funding opportunities that align recommendations with strategic priorities and budget needs
- Develop strong internal working relationships with program directors
- Actively engage in grant prospect research to identify viable funding opportunities
- Identify and utilize applicable data sources for PRC's services and community needs
- Work collaboratively with program staff to identify activity and outcomes measures that reflect our services and meet grantor requirements
You can see the full job description here: https://www.peoplesrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Grants-Manager-Job-Posting-002.pdf
Experience/Education/Knowledge
- Bachelor's degree required
- At least three (3) years of experience in grants management, specifically in the areas of foundation and corporate grants, preferably for a social service organization
- Experience with Raiser's Edge NXT a plus
- Commitment to PRC's mission and values
- Exceptional writing and editing skills
- Acute attention to detail
- Strong knowledge of best practices in grants management
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and grant application and research systems
People's Resource Center (PRC) is a nonprofit community service organization founded in 1975 by community members looking to help neighbors who were facing financial hardship. Inspired by social justice heroes like Martin Luther King, Jr., Dorothy Day and Jane Addams, founders Dorothy McIntyre, Father Tom Peyton and a group of volunteers sought to do more than start a local food pantry.
With a team of over 2300 volunteers supported by 48 employees, PRC offers free emergency needs assistance and educational programming. Our emergency and basic needs services include food assistance, clothing, financial assistance, homeless prevention services, and referrals for medical and dental care. Job search assistance, adult basic education and literacy, computer training and access, and art enrichment equip individuals with the tools and resources they need to build stronger futures.