EcoRise mobilizes a new generation of leaders to design healthy, just, and thriving communities for all. We work at the intersection of sustainability education, climate resilience, and environmental justice by elevating youth voices and advancing student-led solutions to real- world challenges. We offer a range of curricula and programs for students, teachers, school districts, and partners, designed to advance environmental literacy, sustainable schools, and equitable access to green career pathways. EcoRise seeks an experienced grant writer to join our dynamic, fast-paced team of change-makers.

POSITION OVERVIEW EcoRise seeks a self-motivated, highly organized, adaptable, and experienced Grant Writer to execute grant writing and proposal development, including the writing of government, corporate, foundation, and community LOI’s, grants, concept notes, and proposals. The organization’s development activities are aligned with our three-year Vision 2025 strategic plan and support an overall $3M annual budget. The Grants Writer position is a contract position with an estimated 15-25 hours per week with the potential for advancement. The Grants Writer reports to the Co-Executive Director.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and author compelling letters of interest, concept notes, and proposals -- collaborating across teams to gather and include relevant inputs and necessary data into each piece.

Ensure that all submissions from EcoRise meet funder criteria and comply with parameters and detailed requirements for each funding opportunity.

Use project management tools - such as Trello, Dropbox, and Salesforce - for the different phases of proposal creation including writing, team review and approval, submission, transmittal, and organization.

Identify opportunities to integrate AI to increase efficiency and effectiveness.

REQUIREMENTS

5+ years of experience related to nonprofit grant writing, including federal grant writing experience.

Experience writing grants, corporate proposals, and/or other relevant materials with a racial equity lens.

Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills that help represent racially, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse communities.

Ability to successfully execute multiple, simultaneous projects on time with high quality results.

Self-driven personality with effective project-management skills.

Attentive to detail with keen aptitude for organization.

Strong computer literacy skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Apps, and Salesforce. Experience leveraging AI preferred.

Ability to adapt and learn quickly, ask thoughtful questions, and give and receive feedback.

Committed to, knowledgeable of, and enthusiastic about the EcoRise mission and programs; familiarity with sustainability, environmental and climate justice, and public K–12 education systems.

TIMELINE AND COMPENSATION This is a contract position with an hourly wage between $35-$50, commensurate with experience. There is an opportunity for advancement within the organization.

EcoRise is committed to building a culturally diverse team and strongly encourages applications from Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and technical skills required of personnel so classified.

This is a remote position.