Grant Writer

Organization: Trans Up Front
Location: Remote (Must live in Illinois)
Position Type: Part-Time Contract Position
Schedule: Flexible and based on project
Compensation: $24 an hour
 

About Trans Up Front

Trans Up Front is a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to uplifting, educating, and advocating alongside transgender and gender-diverse youth, young adults, and their families. We provide affirming programming, community support, and advocacy designed to reduce barriers and increase safety, opportunity, and belonging for trans and gender-diverse people.
 

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and mission-aligned Grant Writer to support and grow our fundraising efforts. This role will focus on identifying funding opportunities, developing strong grant proposals, and managing reporting requirements for awarded grants. The ideal candidate is a strong storyteller, highly organized, and motivated by equity-centered work supporting transgender and gender-diverse communities.

Key Responsibilities
 

Grant Research and Identification

• Identify and research funding opportunities that align with organizational mission and priorities

• Stay informed on grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies

• Evaluate alignment between funders and organizational programs
   

Grant Proposal Development

• Write, prepare, and submit high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting materials

• Tailor applications to meet funder requirements while ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance

• Develop compelling narratives that communicate organizational impact
   

Collaboration and Coordination

• Work closely with the Executive Director and grant committee to gather program information, data, budgets, and outcomes

• Coordinate across teams to ensure accuracy and alignment in proposals

• Support the translation of program work into funder-ready materials
   

Grant Reporting

• Prepare and submit timely reports on funded projects, including outcomes and impact

• Maintain accurate records of grant submissions, awards, deadlines, and follow-ups

• Ensure compliance with all funder reporting requirements
   

Qualifications

• Required: 2–5 years of grant writing experience, preferably within a nonprofit or community-based organization

• Demonstrated success in securing grant funding and supporting funded proposals

• Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft compelling, clear narratives

• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities

• Ability to work independently with strong follow-through and attention to detail

• Lived experience as a transgender, gender nonconforming, or gender-diverse (TGNC) individual

• Familiarity with nonprofit databases, fundraising platforms, or grant management systems is a plus
   

Schedule & Work Environment

• Fully remote position (must reside in Illinois)

• Flexible schedule based on deadlines and project needs

• Occasional virtual meetings with leadership and staff
   

To Apply

Please submit:

• Resume

• Cover letter or statement of interest

• 1–2 writing samples (grant writing samples strongly preferred)
   

Send applications to: careers@transupfrontil.com with subject line Grant Writer - Your Name and Pronouns

Trans Up Front is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that reflects the communities we serve. We center and uplift TGNC individuals and prioritize applications from transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse individuals.

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