BOARD OF DIRECTOR Fund Development - Grant Writer Officer Volunteer Position

5-7 hours / monthly

2 Year Term

The Fund Development Officer is accountable to the Board of Directors and works closely with the Management Team to support the organization’s financial sustainability. The role focuses on fundraising, grant development, donor relations, and community partnerships that advance ENW’s mission and long term goals.

•	Experience in fundraising, donor relations, sponsorship development, or grant writing
•	Understanding of charitable/not for profit operations and funding environments
•	Strong written communication skills, including proposal and grant writing
•	Ability to build relationships with donors, partners, and community stakeholders
•	Familiarity with fundraising strategies, donor stewardship, and campaign planning
•	Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills

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Additional Details & Skills Required

Donor Relations & Stewardship — Skill in building authentic relationships with donors, sponsors, and partners, including communication, appreciation, and long‑term engagement.
Communication & Networking — Strong public‑facing communication skills and the ability to connect with bus

Certification or Education Required

Grant Writing Training — Strengthens ability to support proposal development and funding diversification.
Fundraising & Development Certification — Training in donor engagement, sponsorship development, campaign planning, and ethical fundraising standards (e.g., AFP Fundamentals of Fundraising, CFRE‑aligned courses).

Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?

Leadership development — Growth in strategic fundraising leadership, donor relations, and campaign planning.
Community impact — Direct influence on initiatives that strengthen programs, services, and community safety.
Fundraising expertise — Hands‑on experience in donor engagement, sponsorship development, and revenue generation.
Skill building — Development in communication, negotiation, stewardship, and relationship‑building. Personal fulfillment — Satisfaction from helping secure resources

Activities involved

Event Planning Grant Writing

Skills required

Event Planning Fundraising Promotional Support

Requirements:

Interview
Police Check
References
Resume

Also required for this position: Cover Letter

Languages Needed:

English

Remote or online
Flexible in schedule
Good for families
Good for groups
Good for youth
Accessible by public transit