Grant Writer

Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.

The Grant Writer position exists to develop persuasive proposals, reports, and donor communications using exceptional creative writing and editing skills. This role requires a keen ability to write concisely while maintaining a compelling and emotionally engaging narrative that aligns with our mission.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

• Develops compelling storytelling elements to engage funders and highlight the organization’s impact
• Edits and refines existing content to improve clarity, tone, and effectiveness
• Researches and synthesizes complex information into clear, donor-friendly language
• Effectively communicates with internal department leads to gather information and content to use in donor engagements
• Researches and identifies potential foundations, conducting in-depth prospect screenings to support the Foundation Relations Manager and department representatives
• Engages in strategic outreach, including calling and writing to prospects to gather key contact information and connect with foundation leadership
  
  

Other Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties, including but not limited to duties as assigned, some of which may include the development and creation of a variety of copyrightable works (e.g., printed pieces, voice work, photography, video, music, etc.) for distribution in all media and formats (such as television, radio, internet, DVD and digital) on a world-wide basis, all of which will be for the benefit of Focus on the Family.
  
  

Working Environment/Physical Requirements:

• Office environment
  
  

Job Qualifications/Requirements

Character/Spiritual:

Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”

Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”

Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer.

Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer.

Engages in Christian ministry.

Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values.

Personal Characteristics:

• Outgoing and personable with people, both face-to-face and over-the-telephone, must be detail oriented.
  
  

Knowledge/Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in related field (English, Communications, Journalism) preferred
• 2-4 years of experience creative writing
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite and Canva preferred
  
  

Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:

• Remarkable written and verbal communication skills
• Exceptional ability to write concisely while maintaining a compelling and engaging narrative
• Strong editing skills with an eye for clarity, tone, and impact
• Extreme accuracy and attention to detail required
• Innovative, proactive, and creative problem solver
• Excellent conversational, human relations, and telephone skills
• Ability to deal in fast-paced environment with shifting priorities; flexible
• Able to meet high-capacity workload and deadlines
• Ability to work with limited supervision
  
  

Salary Range: $58,236 to $67,077/yr

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV

• Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove any age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
  
  

Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.

Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.

Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:

• Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage
• Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage
• AFLAC
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Vacation Time & Vacation Payout
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Service Awards
• Community Service Days
• Bookstore Discount
• Fitness Center
  
  

Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:

• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Warehouse Membership Reimbursement
  
  

Note: This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.

• Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:
• Sick Time
• Bookstore Discount
• Fitness Center
  
  

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by April 21, 2025. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
• The potential employee start date is April 28, 2025.
  
  

Posting date: March 27, 2025

Unposting date: ongoing until filled

Posting contact email: job@fotf.org

Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.