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Grant Writer - Part-Time/Temporary
Remote, United StatesWho We Are:
At TPL, we're a team of outdoor advocates who believe in connecting everyone to the outdoors. As an ethos, we believe access to the outdoors is a fundamental human need and essential to our health and well-being. We're committed to creating more places that bring us outside—parks, trails, playgrounds, and public lands—and making them available and welcoming to everyone, everywhere, regardless of ZIP code. We also understand that land has meaning; it tells the story of our history. That's why, through our Black History and Culture initiative, we're working to preserve sites that more fully represent the Black American experience; and we're an ally and partner to Tribal and Indigenous communities, working in partnership to reconnect them with their ancestral lands.
One hundred million people, including 28 million children, don't have nearby access to a park within ten minutes of their home. We're determined to change this outdoor equity gap–and as a result, nine million people and counting now have access because of our work. We have miles to go and a plan to get there. We're inclusive change-makers who believe in connecting everyone to the outdoors. We inspire by paving the way forward and strengthening our connection to nature. Join us!
“For over 50 years, Trust for Public Land has been working tirelessly towards our vision that every individual should have close-to-home access to the benefits of nature. In today’s world, our land-for-people solutions are even more relevant than ever. Quality parks and natural spaces are a fundamental requirement for sustaining healthy, equitable communities that are resilient and prepared for change. Parks and public lands connect us to each other and to the outdoors. As we enter our fifth decade, we have much to celebrate and even more promising work to pursue. We are a vibrant organization with a new CEO and a new strategic plan that builds on our success. Join us to become part of a growing and forward-thinking team focused on growing our philanthropic partnerships to ensure healthy, livable communities for generations to come.”
- Patricia Watson, Chief Advancement Officer
About the Position
Trust for Public Land seeks a part-time, temporary Grant Writer to produce powerful and persuasive grant proposals and reports in response to invitations from foundations and corporations supporting TPL, with a focus on TPL’s work throughout the state of California. This is a part-time, temporary role (approximately one year in duration but may be extended) with flexible and variable hours. Workload may vary from week to week depending on project and grant needs.
Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Philanthropy Programs, the Grant Writer supports TPL through writing and responding to grant applications and reporting on grants received. The Grant Writer will generate high-quality grant proposals, grant renewals, and grant reports in response to solicitations consistent with all TPL policies and procedures and the requirements and guidelines of the funding entities.
Position Responsibilities
Compensation:
Trust for Public Land is a hybrid work environment, and this role will ideally be located near a Trust for Public Land office but may also be done remotely. We offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience; the anticipated hiring range for this position is $75-100 per hour.
Trust for Public Land’s active goal is to be an inclusive and equitable place to work and build community. As the organization actively works to eliminate racial and other disparities it welcomes candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skillsets. We are open to the possibility that a great candidate for this job may not precisely meet all the above criteria; if you believe you are the right person for this job and can persuasively make that case, we encourage you to apply.
At TPL, we're a team of outdoor advocates who believe in connecting everyone to the outdoors. As an ethos, we believe access to the outdoors is a fundamental human need and essential to our health and well-being. We're committed to creating more places that bring us outside—parks, trails, playgrounds, and public lands—and making them available and welcoming to everyone, everywhere, regardless of ZIP code. We also understand that land has meaning; it tells the story of our history. That's why, through our Black History and Culture initiative, we're working to preserve sites that more fully represent the Black American experience; and we're an ally and partner to Tribal and Indigenous communities, working in partnership to reconnect them with their ancestral lands.
One hundred million people, including 28 million children, don't have nearby access to a park within ten minutes of their home. We're determined to change this outdoor equity gap–and as a result, nine million people and counting now have access because of our work. We have miles to go and a plan to get there. We're inclusive change-makers who believe in connecting everyone to the outdoors. We inspire by paving the way forward and strengthening our connection to nature. Join us!
“For over 50 years, Trust for Public Land has been working tirelessly towards our vision that every individual should have close-to-home access to the benefits of nature. In today’s world, our land-for-people solutions are even more relevant than ever. Quality parks and natural spaces are a fundamental requirement for sustaining healthy, equitable communities that are resilient and prepared for change. Parks and public lands connect us to each other and to the outdoors. As we enter our fifth decade, we have much to celebrate and even more promising work to pursue. We are a vibrant organization with a new CEO and a new strategic plan that builds on our success. Join us to become part of a growing and forward-thinking team focused on growing our philanthropic partnerships to ensure healthy, livable communities for generations to come.”
- Patricia Watson, Chief Advancement Officer
About the Position
Trust for Public Land seeks a part-time, temporary Grant Writer to produce powerful and persuasive grant proposals and reports in response to invitations from foundations and corporations supporting TPL, with a focus on TPL’s work throughout the state of California. This is a part-time, temporary role (approximately one year in duration but may be extended) with flexible and variable hours. Workload may vary from week to week depending on project and grant needs.
Reporting to the Associate Vice President of Philanthropy Programs, the Grant Writer supports TPL through writing and responding to grant applications and reporting on grants received. The Grant Writer will generate high-quality grant proposals, grant renewals, and grant reports in response to solicitations consistent with all TPL policies and procedures and the requirements and guidelines of the funding entities.
Position Responsibilities
- Write, revise, and edit grant proposals, grant renewals, and grant reports for foundations and corporations interested in supporting TPL, with a focus on TPL’s work in California.
- Work with relationship managers and project and program staff to conceptualize and refine written materials.
- Manage projects from inception to delivery.
- Help to ensure consistent messaging.
- Skilled grant writer with a background in nonprofit fundraising.
- Ability to conceptualize and communicate persuasive materials for foundation and corporation funders.
- Skilled at gathering and consolidating information from a variety of sources (both people and written material) to create cohesive and compelling written pieces.
- Ability to write succinctly, following word and character count requirements.
- Ability to project manage and function effectively as a member of a team, ensuring close coordination and integration with other staff members.
- Proven track record of meeting deadlines and deliverables with quick turnarounds.
- Experience and proficiency using Microsoft 365.
- Experience working in a Customer Relations Management (CRM) database a plus.
- Interest in philanthropy and commitment to Trust for Public Land’s mission.
- Strong commitment to TPL’s shared values (Belonging, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Hope) to effectively work across the organization.
Compensation:
Trust for Public Land is a hybrid work environment, and this role will ideally be located near a Trust for Public Land office but may also be done remotely. We offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience; the anticipated hiring range for this position is $75-100 per hour.
Trust for Public Land’s active goal is to be an inclusive and equitable place to work and build community. As the organization actively works to eliminate racial and other disparities it welcomes candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skillsets. We are open to the possibility that a great candidate for this job may not precisely meet all the above criteria; if you believe you are the right person for this job and can persuasively make that case, we encourage you to apply.
www.tpl.org/careers