Volunteer: Deputy Director of Development and Grants
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Volunteer: Deputy Director of Development and Grants

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We partner with family temporary housing sites across New York, educational institutions, and community organizations to create a strong support network for young people experiencing homelessness, helping them overcome challenges and forge their own path to success. We connect students with our mentors for in-person and online programs.

Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP)Location RemoteType VolunteerAbout Mentor A PromiseMentor A Promise (MAP) is a youth-centered nonprofit dedicated to supporting students ages 5-18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, social-emotional learning, academic enrichment, and creative expression, we create safe, consistent, and empowering spaces for young people to grow, thrive, and succeed. We believe every child deserves a promise kept - and we work every day to make that promise real.

Role OverviewWe are seeking a Deputy Director of Development and Grants (Volunteer) to lead MAP's fundraising and grant development strategy. This role will oversee donor engagement, grant research, proposal writing, and relationship-building with funders and partners. You will play a critical role in sustaining and expanding MAP's programs by securing the financial resources needed to serve students and families across NYC. The ideal candidate is strategic, detail-oriented, and passionate about leveraging philanthropy to drive educational equity and social impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising and grant strategy aligned with MAP's mission and goals.
• Research and identify funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and individual donors.
• Write and oversee compelling grant proposals, reports, and donor communications.
• Build and maintain relationships with funders, donors, and philanthropic partners.
• Collaborate with program and finance teams to gather data, budgets, and impact narratives.
• Manage a grants and fundraising calendar, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with reporting requirements.
• Track fundraising progress, analyze funding trends, and provide leadership with regular updates.
• Support donor stewardship activities, campaigns, and special fundraising initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven experience in nonprofit fundraising and grant writing.
• Strong track record of securing grants and donor contributions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to translate program goals and impact into compelling narratives.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with fundraising tools, grant databases, and CRM systems.
• Passion for education equity and serving underserved communities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with NYC-based or education-focused nonprofits.
• Knowledge of government, foundation, and corporate giving structures.
• Established relationships with philanthropic networks or funders.
• Leadership experience in nonprofit development.

What You'll Gain

• The opportunity to shape and lead the fundraising strategy of a growing nonprofit.
• Collaboration with a passionate, mission-driven leadership team.
• Hands-on experience building funding pipelines that directly support vulnerable youth.
• Letters of recommendation and professional references for future opportunities.

How To Apply

Please send your resume, LinkedIn profile, and (if available) a writing sample or portfolio of past grant proposals to ...@mentorapromise.org along with a brief statement of interest.

Join us in building the financial foundation that ensures every child in NYC.

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Details

• Seniority level Associate
• Employment type Volunteer
• Job function Other
• Industries Civic and Social Organizations and Non-profit Organizations

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