GRANTWRITER

The Bridge Family Center • West Hartford, CT

4h

About The Position

We’re looking for a talented and driven Grant Writer to join our Development team and play a central role in fueling the programs that change lives every day. This is not a behind-the-scenes administrative role, you will be a strategic partner in our mission, translating the powerful stories and outcomes of our work into compelling proposals that secure critical funding from government agencies, foundations, and corporate partners.

If you’re a persuasive writer who thrives under deadline pressure, loves researching new opportunities, and wants your words to directly impact thousands of children and families, this is your role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
• At least five years of professional grant writing experience with a proven track record of securing funding from diverse sources.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and analytical skills — you can synthesize complex information into clear, compelling narratives.
• Proficiency in grant research databases and grant management tools.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines with meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience writing for human services, behavioral health, education, or child welfare sectors.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Experience with government RFP/RFQ processes and familiarity with Connecticut’s philanthropic landscape.
• Knowledge of logic models, theories of change, and evidence-based program design.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify new funding opportunities from federal, state, and local government agencies, private foundations, and corporate funders aligned with our core service areas: mental health, early childhood education, school-based services, and positive youth development.
• Write compelling, well-researched grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and concept papers that articulate program goals, measurable outcomes, and organizational impact.
• Craft persuasive budget narratives and collaborate with our finance team to build accurate, defensible project budgets.
• Maintain an active prospecting pipeline of foundation and government funding opportunities at various stages of cultivation.
• Manage the full grant lifecycle from submission through close-out, ensuring compliance with all funder guidelines and reporting deadlines.
• Prepare timely, accurate interim and final reports that demonstrate program impact through data and compelling narratives.
• Maintain organized records of all grant activity, deadlines, and deliverables using grant management software and internal tracking systems.
• Cultivate relationships with foundation officers, government contacts, and corporate partners to strengthen our funding prospects.
• Collaborate with program directors and clinical staff to stay current on service delivery, outcomes, and emerging programmatic needs.
• Contribute to our overall fundraising strategy by identifying trends in the funding landscape and recommending new revenue opportunities.

Benefits

• Mission-driven impact — Your work directly supports programs that serve over 10,000 children and families annually.
• Collaborative, supportive culture — Join a team of 175+ passionate professionals who believe that every child and family has strengths worth building on.
• 55+ years of community trust — Write for an organization with deep roots, a strong reputation, and nationally recognized programs.
• Professional growth — Work alongside experienced development and program leaders in a role that touches every aspect of the organization.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plan, generous paid time off, and professional development support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level