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Living Classrooms Foundation is hiring : Grant Writer in Baltimore

Living Classrooms Foundation is hiring : Grant Writer in Baltimore

MediabistroBaltimore, MD, United States
25 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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About Living Classrooms Foundation

Living Classrooms Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to disrupting the cycle of poverty and supporting communities through hands-on education, workforce development, and health and wellness programs. With campuses in Baltimore and Washington, DC, we serve thousands of youth and adults annually through innovative, community-based services that build skills, confidence, and pathways to success.

Position Summary

The Grant Writer is a key member of the Development team, responsible for securing private and public funding by researching, writing, and submitting compelling proposals and grant applications that support the organization’s mission, programs, and strategic initiatives. The Grant Writer will also prepare timely reports, cultivate funder relationships, and collaborate closely with program staff to ensure strong alignment between program needs and funding opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Grant Writing & Management

Research, write, and submit high-quality grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports to foundations, corporations, and government agencies.

  • Maintain a calendar of proposal and report deadlines and ensure timely submissions.
  • Track proposal outcomes and funder communications in CRM / Raisers Edge.
  • Funder Stewardship & Cultivation
  • Support the cultivation and stewardship of grant funders by drafting acknowledgment letters, updates, and impact communications.

  • Participate in funder meetings and site visits, as appropriate.
  • Program Collaboration
  • Work closely with program directors and finance staff to gather data, budgets, and narratives for proposals and reports.

  • Translate program goals and impact into compelling case statements and outcomes-focused language.
  • Prospect Research
  • Identify new funding opportunities that align with Living Classrooms’ mission, programs, and strategic priorities.

  • Conduct research on foundation, corporate, and government funders to inform engagement strategies.
  • Qualifications

  • Minimum 3–5 years of grant writing experience, preferably in a nonprofit or education-focused setting.
  • Proven success securing grants from foundations, corporations, and / or government agencies.
  • Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills with a clear, concise, and persuasive style.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Knowledge of philanthropy, funding trends, and grant research tools.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with donor databases (Raiser's Edge preferred).
  • Passion for education, workforce development, and community empowerment.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with federal grant applications (e.g., DOJ, DOL) is a plus.
  • Familiarity with outcome-based reporting and logic models.
  • Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary commensurate with experience
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • The Living Classrooms Foundation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

    Job Details

  • Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type : Full-time
  • Job function : Other
  • Industries : Education Administration Programs
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