Grant Writer- Multiple openings!

For Us, By Us PGH — Grant Writer (Fundraising & Development Committee)

About the Organization

For Us, By Us PGH is a grassroots nonprofit led by and for LGBTQ people. We’re building the kinds of spaces we’ve longed for — places of connection, healing, learning, and truth-telling. Through peer support, storytelling, LGBTQ education, and community-based mental health advocacy, we help LGBTQ people feel seen, held, and empowered — while working to transform the systems that care for us.

Our vision for queer healing is rooted in diagnosing and treating both external and internal barriers to wellness. While many organizations do vital external work — fighting legislation, supporting housing, organizing pride — we also center what happens inside: the internalized shame, homophobia, transphobia, racism, and grief we carry.

This is both external and internal work. Real liberation means healing inside and out. Internal healing external action = a strong, resilient (but also tender and thriving) LGBTQ community. Less suffering, more love. That’s the dream.

We are deeply committed to heart-led leadership, collective care, and community healing. This work is personal — and we believe leadership should be too. Our values are: Rooted in connection, Grounded in truth, Empowered by love, Led with bravery, and Held in vulnerability.

Purpose (Grant Writers)

We are currently seeking multiple Grant Writers to join our Fundraising & Development Committee. These writers will play a key role in helping For Us, By Us PGH sustain and grow its work through grant funding. Grant Writers will research funding opportunities, draft compelling proposals, and help track deadlines and outcomes.

This is a great fit for someone who loves writing, storytelling, research, and helping grassroots movements secure the support they need. You’ll work alongside other committee members to identify funding priorities and collaborate with leadership to reflect the mission in every proposal.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and identify grant opportunities that align with FUBU PGH’s mission and programs
• Write grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting materials
• Collaborate with the committee and ED to gather program data, budgets, and outcomes
• Maintain a grants calendar and track application deadlines, submission statuses, and renewal dates
• Assist in grant reporting and follow-up when needed
• Attend monthly Fundraising & Development Committee meetings

This is a volunteer position and does not receive financial compensation.

Qualifications

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
• Experience with research or administrative tasks (grant writing experience is a plus, but not required)
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn about LGBTQ community needs and FUBU PGH’s mission
• Comfortable collaborating via shared documents and email
• Able to commit to at least 20 hours/week, including meetings and independent work
• Access to a computer and reliable internet

If you're passionate about funding justice-driven work and want to help us grow from the inside out, we'd love to hear from you. Reach out to chandler@forusbyuspgh.org to introduce yourself or ask questions!

https://www.forusbyuspgh.org/

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Evenings as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• We’d love to get to know you a little better! Feel free to share anything you'd like — past experiences, passions, hobbies, favorite foods, fun facts, or whatever makes you you. You can also reach out to Chandler directly at chandler@forusbyuspgh.org

Ability to Commute:

• Pittsburgh, PA 15232 (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pittsburgh, PA 15232