Non-Profit Grant Writing

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Valid Dreams Foundation
Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada
Project
Academic experience
120 hours of work total
Learner
Canada
Intermediate level

Project scope

Categories
Graphic design Product or service launch Grant writing Marketing strategy Law and policy
Skills
grant applications request for proposal strategic planning persuasive communication
Details

We are looking for assistance in finding and completing grant applications that support our mission and vision statement.

We believe this project will include:

  • Comprehensive grant and funding searching and of applications to enable our organization to achieve it's current objectives.
  • Develop a needs statement that characterizes the community problem and justifies the need for our project and funding.
  • Identify potential sponsors and funding opportunities that are a good fit for our organization and project.
  • Interpret a request for proposal (RFP).
  • Improve the clarity and persuasiveness of our company's grant proposal writing.
  • Collaborate with the team and Executive director on partnerships and documentation
  • Track successful grants and funds while also ensuring that grant submission deadlines and requirements are met
Deliverables
  • Research, plan, write, edit, and revise a persuasive proposal narrative; or
  • Research into other grant opportunities to support our cause
  • Track grants that have been approved, pending and declined
  • Match grants and funding that align with the organizations missions, goals and values
  • Liaise with the executive director for strategic planning on funding, partnerships and collaborations
  • Prepare documentations for submission for funding proposals
Mentorship

Students will connect directly with the employer for mentorship and supervision throughout the project.

The employer will review documents and guide the students by providing roadmap to achieving the goals

Provide constructive feedback and support to the student throughout their tenure

Ensure that the wellbeing of the student is supported while also adhering to safety and industry standards

Providing policies, codes of conduct that will ensure the student is acting within the accepted organizational standards of conduct

About the company

Company
Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada
2 - 10 employees
Non-profit, philanthropic & civil society
Representation
Minority-Owned BIPOC-Owned Youth-Owned Immigrant-Owned Community-Focused

Our organization is dedicated to empowering newcomers in the Kamloops region and surrounding areas to thrive. We provide comprehensive support to foster stable social, emotional, and mental well-being, and offer coaching and mentorship to accelerate career advancement.

Some of the pillars of our organization are:

1. Empowering Young Women of Color: Through community initiatives and retreats, we provide a platform for young women to build confidence, networks, and skills.

2. Advocating for Inclusion and mental well-being: We champion inclusion and equity for BIPOC individuals, promoting cultural understanding and exchange.

3. Building Connected Communities: By celebrating diverse cultures and traditions, we foster strong, connected communities where everyone feels valued and empowered.

We believe that through collaborations and diversity in voices and experiences, we can create vibrant, inclusive communities where everyone can flourish.