Grant Writer at Second Harvest of Silicon Valley

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

98213.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grant Writing, Research, Proposal Development, Editing, Collaboration, Project Management, Communication, Relationship Building, Stewardship, Data Management, Salesforce, Organizational Skills, Attention to Detail, Diplomacy, Time Management, Fundraising

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Job Details Job Location: Cypress - San Jose, CA Position Type: Regular Full-Time Salary Range: $83481.00 - $98213.00 Salary Job Category: Development Description To apply for this position, please submit your application through our recruiting partner, Another Source, by clicking HERE. About Second Harvest of Silicon Valley Founded in 1974, Second Harvest of Silicon Valley is one of the largest food banks in the nation and a trusted nonprofit leader in ending local hunger. The organization distributes nutritious groceries through a network of nearly 400 partners at drive-thru and walk-up sites across Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Due to the prohibitively expensive cost of living in Silicon Valley, the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and the rise in inflation, Second Harvest is now serving an average of about 500,000 people every month. Second Harvest also connects people to federal nutrition programs and other food resources, and advocates for anti- hunger policies on the local, state and national levels. To learn more about how Second Harvest is responding to the incredible amount of need in Silicon Valley, visit shfb.org. About the Position The Grant Writer will be an equal partner of the Foundation/Grants Team and responsible for assisting the Foundation Philanthropy Manager to raise an annual revenue goal of nearly $7M in FY26. In this role, you will be a valued member of a flexible, supportive work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration. Everyone on the team is passionate about the mission of the organization and doing work that is personally meaningful. As a local nonprofit, Second Harvest has the flexibility to offer a nimble work culture that allows every team member to contribute their skills outside of their specific job function when appropriate and helpful to the overall goals. This job might be for you if you: Have experience managing all aspects of the funding cycle for grant makers; including identifying and qualifying prospective grant makers; strategizing and executing on a plan for engagement and cultivation; soliciting each grant maker appropriately; and providing meaningful stewardship and follow-up. Enjoy researching prospective gran markers and evaluating their alignment with key food bank initiatives and cultivating new prospects to help Second Harvest achieve its revenue goals. Have managed the development and writing of grant proposals, Letters of Inquiry, and other grant application materials for foundations and corporations, working with appropriate staff across the organization to complete these tasks. Are skilled at writing, editing, and finalizing grant proposals and reports as well as other donor solicitation and engagement materials, as needed. Ensure that all funder grant submission guidelines are met, and all required attachments are included. Are adept at collaborating cross-departmentally to understand the current priorities of the organization, establish achievable grant outcomes and recognize funder impact. This will include assisting with facilitating quarterly Grants Management meetings with cross-departmental team members to discuss requests for proposals; recommending programs and grant deliverables that align with funder priorities and parameters; and constructively evaluating unsuccessful grant applications. Can handle challenging relationships with the utmost diplomacy, whether dealing with external or internal stakeholders. Can multi-task in a high-paced environment, determining how to juggle competing priorities and manage all funder expectations. Enjoy building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with current grant makers. Listen to each funder’s evolving goals for impacting the community and develop grant proposals that are responsive to these desired outcomes. Cultivate relationships throughout the year (e.g. Zoom meetings to get funder buy-ins/in-person warehouse tours, quarterly e-newsletter mailings), beyond simply submitting a grant proposal and required reports. Will represent Second Harvest at informational grant meetings hosted by foundations and other events as appropriate. Are committed to maintaining the integrity of funder records in the donor database (Salesforce) – this will include saving all information on grant proposals, reports, and funder follow-ups (emails, phone calls, meetings, etc.). Will maintain an organized filing system of all grant materials (includes grants calendar, shared drive folders, Smartsheets). Can steward sensitive information and data with integrity and confidentiality. Responsibilities In this role, you will be directly responsible for sustaining and growing Second Harvest’s grants revenue by independently managing an assigned portfolio of funders and prospects. You will develop and execute strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward foundation and corporate grant makers. You will foster cross-departmental collaboration to ensure that grants to Second Harvest align with the priorities of the organization’s current initiatives. You will possess impeccable written and verbal communication skills along with a proven track record of developing long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with both funders and internal stakeholders. You will have strong project management skills. The ability to juggle multiple competing priorities and careful attention to detail are essential. This position reports to the Foundation Philanthropy Manager who will support you in researching new grant opportunities, administrative functions, drafting compelling proposals and letters of intent, data analyses, and completing grant reports. The ideal candidate will possess the following professional qualifications: 2-3 years of work experience and successful track record in grants management Experience managing internal and external relationships Ability to juggle multiple projects with superb accuracy Proficient in computer applications e.g., Microsoft Office suite of software, internet research capabilities, and willingness to learn new computer applications/technology Genuine interest in the mission and activities of a food bank Ability to travel locally to meet funders as needed Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Reports To Foundation Philanthropy Manager Location Second Harvest of Silicon Valley 4001 North First Street, San Jose CA 95134 This is a hybrid position. Specifics of work location will depend on department need. An employee’s regular remote work site should be within driving distance of Second Harvest of Silicon Valley Hours Full-Time, Exempt, Professional Level. 40 hours/week, with some evening and weekend work as necessary. Compensation $83,481.00 - $98,213.00 is the wage range for this position. The salary wage offer will be commensurate with skills and experience. Outstanding and generous health benefits program,4-5 weeks of Flexible Time Off (vacation and sick), eleven paid holidays, and retirement plan. EOE Second Harvest is committed to being an equal opportunity employer which values diversity. All applicants are encouraged to apply. Applicants will be selected based on specific, role-related skills and qualifications. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Grant Writer will manage an assigned portfolio of funders and prospects to sustain and grow Second Harvest’s grants revenue. This includes developing and executing strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward foundation and corporate grant makers.