Experienced Grant Writer for Family Entertainment Center & Community Development Project

Posted 2 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

I am seeking an experienced grant writer to help identify and apply for grants for a family entertainment center currently under development in Yazoo City, Mississippi. This project is more than an entertainment venue. It is designed to provide a safe recreational environment for youth and families, create local jobs, stimulate economic activity, and serve an underserved rural community. The ideal candidate will: • Research and identify business, community development, youth program, and economic development grants • Assist with grant applications, narratives, budgets, and supporting documentation • Help position the business for funding from private foundations, corporations, state programs, and federal opportunities • Have experience securing grants for startups, small businesses, community projects, youth-focused initiatives, or entertainment venues Project Highlights: • 3,000-square-foot facility • Located in Yazoo City, Mississippi • Building already purchased and under renovation • Expected to create 10 local jobs • Expected to serve more than 25,000 youth annually • Only laser tag and arcade facility of its kind within a significant radius Please include: 1. Examples of grants you have successfully secured 2. Industries you specialize in 3. Your grant research process 4. Estimated timeline 5. Your pricing structure

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 1-3 months
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • $25.00

    -

    $100.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • Ongoing project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Grant Writing
Business Proposal Writing
Nice-to-have skills
Business Writing
Proposal Writing
Activity on this job
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  • Last viewed by client:2 days ago
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About the client
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  • United States
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