Grants Coordinator
Looking for more than just a typical grant writing role? Join The Arc Erie County New York and help bring innovative community programs to life through creative funding, strategic partnerships, and mission-driven storytelling. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys building relationships, thinking creatively, and making a visible impact throughout Western New York.
As our Grants Coordinator, you’ll lead exciting funding initiatives that support programs serving individuals with developmental disabilities — including the future development of Black Water Acres, our 150-acre inclusive farm and vocational training initiative in Alden, NY. You’ll collaborate directly with executive leadership, agency directors, community organizations, and foundations to secure funding that truly changes lives.
What You’ll Do:
- Research and pursue local, state, and national grant opportunities
- Write compelling proposals, narratives, and funding requests
- Build strong relationships with foundations, grantors, and community partners
- Help oversee grant reporting, tracking, and stewardship efforts
- Collaborate on strategic agency projects, events, and development initiatives
- Play a key role in growing innovative programs across the organization
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong writer with creativity and attention to detail
- Organized professional who can manage multiple projects and deadlines
- Someone who enjoys relationship-building and community engagement
- Passion for nonprofit work, innovation, and mission-based impact
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree + 3 years of grant writing/fundraising experience OR
- Associate’s degree + 5 years of Human Services experience
- Strong writing, organization, and communication skills required
Why Join Us?
- Salary: $60,000 – $75,000 based on experience
- Opportunity to help shape major community projects like Black Water Acres
- Work alongside executive leadership and community partners
- Mission-driven work that directly supports people with developmental disabilities
- Variety in your day — writing, strategy, meetings, events, collaboration, and community outreach
- Combination of office and community-based work
- Occasional evenings/weekends required for events and grant activities
- Monday–Friday schedule | 8:00am–4:30pm
- On-site position (non-remote)
