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The Women Helping Others Thrive governing board is comprised of four seats: President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer. The Board meets on a quarterly basis, starting in January, with special board meetings as needed. We are currently looking to fill two board seats: Vice-President and Secretary.

Elections for vacant seats occur every meeting until the seats are filled.

Learn more about our board

Grant Writer Intern

Position Title: Grant Writer
Reports To: Executive Director
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Remote

Position Summary

The Grant Writer is responsible for identifying funding opportunities and securing financial support for the organization through well-researched, compelling grant proposals. This role works closely with leadership, program staff, and the finance team to develop proposals, manage reporting requirements, and build relationships with funders to support the organization’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

1. Grant Research & Strategy

Research and identify potential funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources.
Maintain a comprehensive calendar of grant deadlines and reporting schedules.
Prioritize opportunities that align with organizational goals and funding needs.

2. Proposal Development

Write clear, persuasive, and tailored grant proposals, applications, and supporting documents.
Develop project budgets in collaboration with the finance team.
Ensure proposals meet all funder requirements and deadlines.

3. Reporting & Compliance

Track awarded grants and ensure timely submission of required reports.
Monitor and document program outcomes and impact for inclusion in reports and future proposals.
Ensure all applications and reports comply with funder guidelines and organizational policies.

4. Collaboration & Communication

Work with program staff to gather information and success stories for proposals.
Coordinate with leadership to align funding requests with strategic priorities.
Maintain relationships with funders, providing updates and building long-term support.

5. Administrative & Record-Keeping

Maintain accurate records of submitted, pending, awarded, and declined grants.
Track success rates and funding trends to inform development strategies.

Qualifications

Proven experience writing successful grant proposals (preferably in a nonprofit setting).
Strong research, writing, and editing skills with the ability to tell a compelling story.
Understanding of nonprofit budgeting and program development.
Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Suite; experience with donor databases (preferred).

Preferred Skills

Experience with government grant applications.
Knowledge of the organization’s mission area (e.g., education, health, etc.).
Familiarity with California funding sources (for a California-based nonprofit).

Benefits

Hands-on experience managing social media for a mission-driven nonprofit.
Training and mentorship in digital marketing, analytics, and nonprofit communications.
Letter of recommendation upon successful completion of the internship.
Opportunity to build a professional portfolio of creative work.
Flexible schedule and remote options available.

Time Commitment

8–12 hours per week, 6–12 months

How to Apply

Send your resume and brief statement of interest to womenhelpingothersthrive@gmail.com.

Social Media Intern

Position Title: Social Media Intern
Reports To: Executive Director
Employment Type: Internship
Location: Remote

Position Summary

The Social Media Intern will support the organization’s online presence by creating engaging content, growing our social media following, and helping tell the story of our mission across digital platforms. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in social media marketing, nonprofit communications, and community engagement to gain hands-on experience while making an impact.