Grant Writer & Philanthropic Researcher

Position Summary
We are looking for a strategic and highly organized Freelance Grant Writer & Researcher to expand our funding portfolio during a period of significant growth. In this role, you will act as a bridge between JGO’s expansive campus impact and the philanthropic community. You will be responsible for the "full-cycle" grant process: from digging into 990s to find obscure family offices to crafting sophisticated proposals that articulate why graduate-level engagement is a critical investment for the Jewish future. We anticipate this job being approximately 10-20 hours of work per week.

Key Responsibilities
Strategic Research: Identify and vet potential funding partners, including Jewish family offices, private foundations, regional Federations, and corporate sponsors.
Proposal Development: Write and submit compelling LOIs, grant applications, and sponsorship decks for JGO’s programming and professional speaker series.
Pipeline Management: Build and maintain a systematic "Grant Calendar" to track deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements.
Donor Stewardship: Assist in the creation of impact reports that demonstrate JGO’s value to our 150+ campus network.
Messaging: Work with leadership to refine our "case for support," specifically highlighting our unique role in the professional/graduate student space.

Required Qualifications
Track Record: 3+ years of experience in grant writing, with specific success in the Jewish philanthropic sector.
Knowledge Base: Familiarity with the major foundations supporting Jewish life and an understanding of the "Family Office" landscape.
Strong Voice: Ability to write persuasively for a sophisticated audience of donors and board members.
Niche Expertise: An understanding of the graduate/young professional demographic is a significant plus.