Grant Writer

Position Title: Grant Writer

Department/Team: Advancement & Finance

Reports To: Director of Finance

Role Type: Volunteer Leadership Position (12-Month Commitment)

Estimated Commitment: 5–10 hours per month

Overview

The Grant Writer serves as a key contributor to the financial sustainability and long-term growth of Faith & Freedom America – Tarrant County by researching, drafting, and submitting grant proposals to foundations, ministries, and community organizations.

This role helps ensure that our ministry has the resources needed to:

• Expand outreach initiatives

• Strengthen church partnerships

• Develop civic and biblical education

• Host countywide gatherings and trainings

The Grant Writer uses strong communication skills, strategic thinking, and a heart for ministry to secure funding that fuels discipleship, civic engagement, and cultural impact across Tarrant County.

This is a volunteer leadership role for individuals who desire to serve God through behind-the-scenes support, financial stewardship, and organizational development.

Purpose of the Role

To identify, write, and manage grant opportunities that expand the financial capacity of Faith & Freedom America – Tarrant County, ensuring the ministry remains fully resourced, mission-aligned, and positioned for long-term impact.

Core Responsibilities

• Research and identify local, regional, national, and faith-based grant opportunities that align with the mission of Faith & Freedom America - Tarrant County.

• Prepare, draft, and submit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documentation.

• Maintain a clear and organized grant calendar to track deadlines, requirements, and reporting obligations.

• Collaborate with the Director of Advancement and Director of Finance to obtain program details, financial data, and impact metrics.

• Ensure all grant proposals uphold the ministry’s theological convictions, mission, and nonpartisan 501(c)(3) standards.

• Assist in preparing progress reports and follow-up documentation for awarded grants.

• Organize grant files, correspondence, drafts, and reporting documents in the shared drive.

• Provide monthly updates to leadership regarding active grants, upcoming deadlines, and awarded funds.

• Support the Advancement Team in developing donor materials or presentations when required.

Volunteer Commitment & Conduct

• 5–10 hours per month, dependent on grant cycles and proposal deadlines.

• No compensation is provided; approved ministry-related expenses may be reimbursed.

• The Grant Writer agrees to:

  • Serve with professionalism, integrity, and diligence.

  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding finances and organizational information.

  • Uphold the theological, ethical, and nonpartisan standards of Faith & Freedom America - Tarrant County.

  • Communicate proactively about deadlines, needs, and project updates.

Qualifications

• A professing believer in Jesus Christ, active in a local, Bible-believing church.

• Strong writing, research, and analytical skills.

• Experience in grant writing, nonprofit development, fundraising, or related work preferred.

• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines consistently.

• Comfortable working with program descriptions, budgets, and financial data.

• Organized, self-motivated, and able to collaborate with multiple leaders.

• Familiarity with nonprofit terminology and basic budgeting helpful but not required.

Leadership Expectations

• Conduct all work with excellence, humility, and prayerful dependence on the Lord.

• Support the Advancement and Finance teams with timely, accurate, and compelling grant submissions.

• Represent Faith & Freedom America - Tarrant County with integrity and clarity in all proposals.

• Seek God’s wisdom, provision, and direction in all efforts.

Faith Commitment & Agreement

By accepting this role, I affirm that:

• I agree with the Faith & Freedom America – Tarrant County Statement of Faith and referenced confessional commitments.

• I commit to serving faithfully for a 12-month term with excellence and submission to God’s Word.

• I understand this is a volunteer ministry position, not employment.

• I will steward grant opportunities with wisdom, integrity, and a desire to glorify Christ.