Grant Writing for a local Arts Council

The Hillsborough Arts Council (HBAC) is dedicated to enriching our community through creativity, culture, and the arts. We support local artists, promote artistic opportunities, and create experiences that bring people together through creative expression. HBAC operating plan includes a diverse range of arts programs and activities throughout the year, including exhibitions and showcases featuring local artists, workshops, classes, artist demonstrations, community arts activities, and opportunities for artists to connect with and support one another. Through these programs, HBAC will encourage both emerging and established artists while providing residents with meaningful opportunities to experience, learn about, and participate in the arts. A unique characteristic of the Hillsborough Arts Council is its strong emphasis on community participation with local artists. HBAC serves as a bridge between artists and the community, creating venues and opportunities for creative expression that might otherwise be unavailable. Our programs bring together artists, residents, families, and community organizations, helping to make the arts an integral part of everyday community life.

About the role

We're looking for a Grant Writer Volunteer to research funding opportunities and help write grant applications that support the Council's programs and mission. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a direct, measurable impact on a growing arts organization.

Responsibilities

• Research local, state, and national grant opportunities relevant to the arts
• Draft grant proposals and applications in collaboration with the board
• Track application deadlines and requirements
• Help gather supporting materials (budgets, organizational info, program descriptions) needed for submissions
• Follow up on submitted applications and help maintain records of past and pending grants

Requirements

• Strong writing skills; attention to detail
• Comfortable researching and understanding grant guidelines and requirements
• Prior grant writing or nonprofit experience a plus, but not required
• Organized and able to work independently with periodic check-ins
• Interest in the arts and community development

Benefits

• A chance to directly shape the funding and future of a new arts organization
• Flexible, volunteer-friendly time commitment
• Direct collaboration with the founding board
• Experience and portfolio-building in grant writing