The Oxx Foundation is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Grant Research & Writing Volunteer to help identify funding opportunities and prepare compelling grant applications that support our growing programs and services.
The Oxx Foundation serves individuals and families affected by Parkinson’s disease through education, movement, creativity, peer connection, and community outreach.
This volunteer will help secure the resources needed to expand our impact throughout Ocean County and surrounding New Jersey communities.
Responsibilities may include:
- Researching grants from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and community organizations
- Identifying opportunities that align with our mission and eligibility
- Maintaining a calendar of grant deadlines and reporting requirements
- Gathering application materials and supporting documentation
- Drafting and editing letters of inquiry, proposals, and grant applications
- Assisting with program descriptions, goals, budgets, and outcome statements
- Tracking submitted, pending, awarded, and declined applications
- Supporting required grant reports and funder acknowledgments
- Collaborating with Foundation leadership to understand funding priorities
Ideal volunteer:
- Has strong research, writing, editing, and organizational skills
- Can communicate ideas clearly and persuasively
- Pays close attention to instructions and deadlinesIs comfortable working independently and collaboratively
- Can maintain confidentiality
- Has experience with grants, fundraising, nonprofits, communications, or professional writing; however, relevant experience is preferred rather than required
Time commitment: Approximately 4 hours per week with flexible scheduling
Location: Remote or hybrid, with optional in-person collaboration in Toms River, New Jersey
Age requirement: 18 or older
This is a meaningful opportunity to use your research and writing skills to help a growing nonprofit secure critical funding and expand support for people living with Parkinson’s disease, their caregivers, and their families. Guidance, organizational information, and program materials will be provided.
