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Vermont Youth Conservation Corps · 10 hours ago

Grant Writer (Contract – Part Time)

Richmond, VT

Part-time, Contract

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

Vermont Youth Conservation Corps (VYCC) is seeking a skilled Grant Writer to support our fundraising efforts on a contract basis. The role involves managing a grants calendar, crafting applications, and reporting on awarded grants to help secure funding for youth, conservation, and sustainable agriculture initiatives.

Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringGovernmentNon Profit

Growth Opportunities

Hiring Manager

Katelynn Demskie

Responsibilities

Manage and execute VYCC's grants calendar, preparing and submitting applications in accordance with deadlines (approximately 60-70 grant opportunities anticipated)

Adapt and build upon existing language, data, and past applications to create compelling, funder-specific proposals

Handle a mix of shorter applications/LOIs and longer, more intensive proposals (typical grant sizes range from $10,000–$50,000)

Complete required reports for awarded grants, coordinating with program staff to gather outcomes data and narratives (approximately 10-15 reports anticipated)

Interface with the development team through regular check-ins

Coordinate with program staff as needed to gather information for applications and reports

Flag questions, risks, or opportunities as they arise

Research and identify new grant opportunities aligned with VYCC's mission and programs

Other development support as agreed upon

Qualification

Grant writing successWriting skillsProject managementNonprofit development experienceVermont philanthropyProfessionalismResourcefulnessInterest in youth developmentInterest in conservationInterest in sustainable agricultureCommunication skills