Contract Grant Writer (Remote)

November 12, 2026

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PURPOSE

Protect All Children from Trafficking (PACT), the first U.S.-based nonprofit to raise awareness about the commercial sexual exploitation of children, with the mission of “protecting every child’s right to grow up free from child sexual exploitation and trafficking”, is seeking applications from qualified and experienced Grant Writers who have a proven track record and experience with foundation and government (including Federal) grants to work with PACT and help the organization meet its annual fundraising goals.

SCOPE OF WORK

The selected Grant Writer will work with PACT on a contract basis, with flexible hours, and will assist with the following:

Prospect Research: Assist with identifying federal, state, local, and private foundation funding opportunities relevant to PACT.
Grant Writing: Develop, write, and edit compelling proposals, including abstracts, statements of need, narratives, and supporting documentation.
Collaboration: Assist PACT’s Development team in gathering demographic, impact, and other data required for or to strengthen grant applications.
Management:
- Maintain a grant calendar and ensure timely submissions
- Track and follow up on submitted grant applications

QUALIFICATIONS

The selected Grant Writer will bring the following experience to the role:

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 5 years of successful grant writing experience
Experience drafting and/or managing federal grants
Proven record of securing funds ($3 million+ preferred)
PACT is committed to advancing racial equity, cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion, and to incorporating community-centered storytelling into its work. The selected candidate should demonstrate experience in advancing racial equity and an understanding of culturally responsive, community-centered approaches to storytelling.
Preferred: Experience working with nonprofit organizations engaged in trafficking prevention, child protection, education, survivor-centered services, and/or legislative advocacy.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Please include the following with your submission:

Resume
A portfolio with 2-3 examples of past successful grants, award letters, etc
A letter describing your grant-seeking strategy and how you utilize storytelling
Minimum of two references

Please note: This opportunity is only open to an individual contractor, not consulting firms.

COMPENSATION

$70/hour contract basis, with flexible hours, that will vary

TIMELINE

RFA issued: 11/04/2026
Deadline for Questions: 11/18/2026
Application Due Date: 12/11/2026
Preliminary Interviews: Will be conducted 1/4 - 1/15/2027
Finalist Interviews: Will be conducted 1/25 - 1/27/2027
Contract Awarded: Week of 2/1

EVALUATION CRITERIA

Candidates will be evaluated based on:

Expertise in relevant funding areas
Demonstrated success in securing grants
Strength of submitted writing examples
Experience in philanthropy and development

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