Foundation Relations & Grant Funding - Volunteer/Remote

DAP is the leading nonprofit organization that provides long-term independent oversight of disaster management systems. DAP engages a dedicated community to advance policy research and advocacy, promote transparency, and encourage the public to participate in oversight, community-based organizing, and discussions about disaster preparedness and relief. Dedicated citizen oversight is necessary to ensure resources dedicated to preparedness, relief, and recovery are effectively utilized, communities are sufficiently engaged and more resilient, and best practices and lessons learned are implemented so mistakes are not repeated. Prior to the creation of the Disaster Accountability Project (DAP), there was no dedicated, independent oversight of the agencies and organizations responsible for these critical life-saving responsibilities. , We're seeking volunteers with experience in foundation relations and institutional fundraising to help our nonprofit identify and secure new funding opportunities. SmartResponse works to improve disaster relief and humanitarian aid by promoting accountability, transparency, and more effective support for locally-led organizations. We are looking for volunteers to help us Research private, family, and community foundationsIdentify foundations supporting disaster relief, humanitarian aid, and nonprofit capacity buildingConnect with foundation program officers and decision-makersArrange introductory meetings with prospective fundersPrepare letters of inquiry and grant proposalsTrack foundation outreach and funding opportunitiesBuild relationships that can lead to ongoing financial support We're particularly interested in volunteers who understand how foundations make funding decisions and have experience developing relationships with institutional funders. Grant writing experience is helpful, but we're also seeking people who can help open doors and cultivate funding relationships.