Parity Homes is seeking a passionate and detail-driven Remote Grant Writer to join our mission-aligned team. In this role, you will research funding opportunities, craft compelling proposals, and secure resources that directly support our work transforming long-abandoned Baltimore rowhomes into pathways to wealth, stability, and community resilience.
Our small but ambitious team values collaboration, transparency, and craftsmanship—not only in the homes we restore, but in the systems and partnerships we build. As part of a culture where every voice matters, your words will help shape the future of equitable housing investment.
Learn more about our mission in our TED Talk or visit us atwww.parityhomes.com.
Research & Opportunity Identification
• Conduct thorough research to identify grant opportunities aligned with Parity Homes’ mission and housing programs.
• Stay informed on trends, best practices, and evolving strategies in the grant-funding landscape.
Proposal Development
• Collaborate with organizational leaders and program staff to understand funding needs and strategic priorities.
• Draft, edit, and prepare grant proposals, letters of intent, and supporting documents that clearly communicate our work, impact, and vision.
• Ensure all submissions meet funder guidelines, requirements, and deadlines.
Submission & Follow-up
• Manage the full grant submission process, ensuring timely and accurate application delivery.
• Maintain organized records of all grant activities, submissions, and funder communications.
• Follow up with funding agencies to track proposal progress and requests.
Grant Management & Reporting
• Assist with the administration of awarded grants, ensuring compliance with all terms and reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with finance and program teams to prepare financial statements, progress updates, and impact reports.
Relationship Building
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with funders, partners, and potential donors.
• Represent Parity Homes in meetings and communications with funding agencies.
Additional Responsibilities
• Support strategic planning to align grant-seeking efforts with organizational goals.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on grant-writing best practices.
• Perform other duties as needed to advance the mission.
• Research at least 5 grant opportunities per week.
• Prepare and submit 10 high-quality grant proposals per month.
• Complete timely and accurate reporting for all active grants.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a grant writer with a track record of successful awards.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong research, analytical, and critical-thinking abilities.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with grant databases, online submission portals, and digital research tools.
• Understanding of the nonprofit sector and funding ecosystem.
Preferred Attributes
• Experience with grant administration and compliance reporting.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a remote team setting.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Benefits
If you are a strategic thinker with a love for storytelling, a commitment to accuracy, and a passion for expanding equitable housing solutions, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us secure the resources needed to build stronger, more resilient communities—one proposal at a time.