Grant Writer

Description

Job Location: 800 West Chestnut Ave., Monrovia
Reports To: Senior Director of Development
Status:  Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Salary: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour 

Company Description:

In 1990, a small group of dedicated volunteers with a desire to eliminate substandard housing in our community founded San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity. Thanks to our supporters, more than 200 local and international families have been able to build or repair their own homes here in Los Angeles’ San Gabriel Valley and beyond. Through the years, we have maintained our unrelenting determination to help families in need by offering a hand up, not a handout. Through donations, shopping at our ReStores, volunteering, or adding a voice to support affordable housing, everyone can help families achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves.

Job Summary:

San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity seeks a skilled and motivated Grant Writer to join the Development Department. The Grant Writer is responsible for identifying funding opportunities, developing and writing compelling grant proposals, and ensuring timely and comprehensive reporting on awarded grants. This position plays a critical role in securing financial resources to support affordable housing initiatives and strengthen the organization’s long-term sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

Grant Research and Identification

· Identify and evaluate grant opportunities from charitable foundations, corporate funders, and government agencies aligned with organizational funding priorities.

· Develop and maintain a strategic grant pipeline, including tracking deadlines, reporting requirements, and renewal opportunities.

· Monitor philanthropic and public funding trends related to affordable housing, community development, and workforce initiatives to inform funding strategy.

Grant Writing and Proposal Development

· Develop and write clear, compelling, and persuasive letters of interest, grant proposals, and funding applications.

· Partner with program staff to gather program data, impact metrics, narratives, and supporting documentation.

· Prepare program budgets and budget narratives in coordination with the Finance Department.

· Tailor proposals to align with funder priorities, guidelines, and reporting expectations.

· Manage the full submission process to ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.

Grant Management and Reporting

· Prepare timely and comprehensive grant reports detailing program outcomes and use of funds.

· Monitor grant deliverables, timelines, and compliance requirements to ensure adherence to funder agreements.

· Maintain organized and audit-ready records of grant applications, awards, correspondence, and reports.

· Communicate proactively with funders to provide updates and strengthen relationships.

· Track and analyze grant performance metrics to demonstrate impact and support renewal opportunities.

Collaboration and Organizational Alignment

· Collaborate with the CEO, Senior Director of Development, Development team, and program staff to align grant strategy with organizational priorities.

· Contribute to development meetings and strategic planning discussions to support funding growth.

· Coordinate with Finance to ensure accurate tracking, allocation, and reporting of grant funds.

· Support donor stewardship and funder communications as appropriate.

· Maintain working knowledge of affiliate programs including Community Engagement, Volunteer Services, Workforce Development, ReStore, Construction, and Home Repair to inform grant narratives.

· Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required

· Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or related field.

· Minimum 3 years of successful grant writing experience securing foundation, corporate, and government funding.

· Proven ability to manage the full grant lifecycle from research and proposal development through award and reporting.

· Exceptional writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail.

· Strong research, analytical, and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and grant research/management platforms.

Preferred

· Experience in affordable housing, community development, or related nonprofit sector.

· Familiarity with federal, state, and local government grant processes.

· Experience using foundation research platforms (e.g., Foundation Directory, Instrumentl, Grant Assistant)

· Knowledge of Habitat for Humanity’s mission and programs.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

· Advanced persuasive writing and narrative development skills.

· Strong understanding of grant compliance requirements and funding restrictions.

· Ability to analyze program data and present measurable impact effectively.

· High level of organization and time management in a deadline-driven environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

SGV Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans, regardless of race, religion, age, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetics, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. SGV Habitat for Humanity will not inquire about a job applicant's criminal conviction history prior to making a conditional offer of employment. 

** Please submit a cover letter and two writing samples with your application