Advocates for Youth

Content Writer

• Research and identify grants, RFPs, NOFOs, and other funding opportunities aligned with CAFY programs
• Assess funding opportunities for eligibility, fit, funding amount, and deadlines
• Develop and edit grant proposals, concept papers, letters of inquiry, and contract applications
• Gather information from CAFY staff and translate program data into compelling narratives
• Maintain a funding opportunity and proposal deadline tracker
• Provide recommendations on high-priority funding opportunities
• Identify 6–8 qualified funding opportunities monthly
• Provide brief funding-fit assessments for priority opportunities
• Complete or substantially advance 2–3 grant/contract applications or concept papers monthly, depending on complexity
• Maintain an updated funding pipeline and submission calendar
• Participate in one monthly in-person planning meeting with CAFY leadership
• Provide timely updates on deadlines, requirements, and application status

Contract & Grants Writer