Grant Writer

Better Days Foundation is a non-governmental organization committed to empowering vulnerable individuals through acts of love, compassion, and generosity. Life can be unpredictable, and families often face challenges they never expected. We provide vital support to ensure no family struggles to meet their children’s basic needs.

We serve locally and focus on tackling the root causes of poverty to create sustainable, lasting change. Our vision is a world where every child walks into school nourished, warm, and equipped to succeed. With the support of generous donors and community partners, we aim to help countless families access school supplies, healthy meals, and essential clothing.

In this role, you will be responsible for researching, writing, and submitting grant proposals to foundations, government agencies, and corporate giving programs that align with our mission. Your contributions will directly help us secure critical funding to sustain and grow our programs.

Responsibilities
● Research and identify prospective grants and funding opportunities
● Draft compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documentation
● Collaborate with the team to gather necessary program data and organizational information
● Maintain a calendar of deadlines and track submissions and follow-ups
● Assist in reporting to funders and ensuring compliance with grant requirements

Qualifications
● Experience in grant writing, fundraising, or nonprofit communications (preferred but not required)
● Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines
● Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
● Skilled technical writing, proof-reading, editing, copywriting, grant writing or equivalent written communication format
● Ability to work and coordinate multiple projects and deadlines
● Comfortable using online tools such as Google Docs, Excel, or grant databases

5-10 hours per week

For more information about BDF,  visit www.betterdaysfoundation.ca 
If you are interested, please attach your resume 

All applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We thank all candidates for their applications; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.