One Tree Planted · 16 hours ago
Grant Writer (1099 Contractor)
United States
Full-time, Contract
Remote
Mid Level
$6,000/mo - $6,250/mo
3+ years expOne Tree Planted is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit focused on global reforestation. The grant writer will be responsible for securing significant private and corporate foundation funding to support the organization's reforestation and landscape restoration programs, managing the full grant lifecycle from research to proposal submission and reporting.
CharityEnvironmental ConsultingForestryNon ProfitService IndustrySocial Impact
Responsibilities
Conduct Prospect Research and qualify private and corporate foundation opportunities
Build and maintain a pipeline totaling $8,000,000 - $12,000,000 in prospective requests
Create and maintain a grant calendar with submissions deadlines, reporting and follow up actions
Draft high quality LOIs, concept notes and full proposal aligned with One Tree Planted Priorities
Develop persuasive narratives, case making materials and funder aligned messaging
Coordinate with Programs and Finance to develop accurate, compliant proposal budgets
Manage follow-ups, steward funder relationships and support engagement efforts
Track all submissions, decisions and outcomes in OTP systems
Prepare all required interim and final reports due during the contract period
Q1: Build pipeline; complete initial submissions totaling $1.5M-$2.5M
Q2: Increase submission volume (cumulative $4M-$5.5M) and secure early awards ($750K-$1M)
Q3: Ongoing Grant Submission, Stewardship, Follow-up and Revenue Consolidation (cumulative $1.75M-$2M)
Q4: Ongoing Grant Submission, Final awards, reporting and achievement of $2.5M-$2.75M revenue target
Qualification
Required
BACHELOR'S DEGREE or acceptable combination of equivalent experience
Minimum 3+ years in grant writing or fundraising for nonprofits
Demonstrated success securing foundation or corporate grants
Experience managing a pipeline of active prospects and developing compelling proposals
Strong track record meeting deadlines, managing deliverables, and producing high quality work
Experience collaborating with program, finance and cross functional teams
Exceptional written communication skills with ability to craft persuasive proposals
Strong research and analytical skills
Highly organized, detail oriented and able to manage multiple deadlines
Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote team environment
A passion for reforestation, conservation and environmental impact
Preferred
Familiarity with CRM or grant management systems preferred
A short list of recent grants secured (optional but preferred)
Company
One Tree Planted
One Tree Planted is a non-profit organization that focuses on global reforestation by planting one tree for every dollar donated worldwide.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
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