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Director of Grants (Volunteer) Jobs in New York, NY at Mentor A Promise
Title: Director of Grants (Volunteer)
Company: Mentor A Promise
Location: New York, NY
Mentor A Promise is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth (ages 5–18) experiencing housing instability, grounded in the belief that every child is a Promise—full of potential, dignity, and possibility. We deliver consistent, high-quality programming across mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning, and creative expression in shelters, schools, and community spaces, creating structured environments where students can grow, be seen, and build lasting skills. Through signature experiences like The Imagination Studio, The Kitchen Table, The Sound Lab, and The Story Space, we nurture academic development, emotional well-being, and creative voice, all within a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and accessibility-centered framework. Our work prioritizes dignity-protective storytelling, consent-driven engagement, and deep community partnership, ensuring that how we serve is as intentional as whom we serve. We are not only addressing immediate needs – we are building pathways to confidence, belonging, and long-term opportunity, so every child has the support and foundation to carry their promise forward.
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Director of Grants (Volunteer)
Organization Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location Remote
Type Volunteer (Unpaid)
About Mentor A Promise
Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, social-emotional learning, academic enrichment, and creative expression, MAP creates safe, consistent, and empowering spaces for young people to thrive.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Volunteer Director of Grants to lead MAP’s grant development and fundraising strategy. This role is critical in securing funding that sustains and grows our programs. The Director of Grants will oversee the full grant lifecycle, from identifying opportunities to submitting proposals and reporting outcomes. This position is ideal for an experienced grant writer or development professional who is passionate about equity, youth empowerment, and nonprofit growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement MAP’s overall grants strategy to support organizational priorities
- Research and identify grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources
- Lead the writing, editing, and submission of compelling grant proposals
- Collaborate with program staff to gather data, stories, and financial information for applications
- Maintain a grants calendar to track deadlines, submissions, and reporting requirements
- Ensure compliance with all grant guidelines, contracts, and reporting obligations
- Build and maintain strong relationships with funders and partners
- Mentor and guide volunteer grant writers to build capacity across the team
Qualifications
- Proven experience in grant writing, fundraising, or nonprofit development
- Strong research, writing, and editing skills with attention to detail
- Ability to translate program outcomes into persuasive narratives
- Knowledge of nonprofit funding sources and grant application processes
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
- Collaborative leadership style with excellent communication skills
- Passion for MAP’s mission and commitment to equity and youth empowerment
Commitment
- Volunteer role, approximately 5–10 hours per week
- Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
- Remote with flexible scheduling
What You’ll Gain
- Leadership experience shaping the development strategy of a growing nonprofit
- The opportunity to secure funding that directly impacts youth experiencing housing instability
- Collaboration with a mission-driven, passionate team
- Professional references and letters of recommendation
- A chance to leave a lasting mark on MAP’s sustainability and growth
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply directly through Idealist.
For any additional questions or concerns, please email us directly at [email protected]
Help lead MAP’s grants strategy — and bring vital resources to youth and families across New York City.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, our volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals who are based in the United States. This limitation is due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements associated with our work. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.
