Wordsmith with a heart? Freelance grant writing for nonprofits lets you combine your writing skills with a cause you care about. Nonprofits rely on grants to fund their missions, and your persuasive writing can be their funding lifeline. Think of yourself as a fundraising fairy godmother, conjuring up grant money with your words (and making a difference, bonus!).
Focus on nonprofits you’re passionate about – environmental, social justice, arts, education. Learn grant writing basics – proposal structure, persuasive language, nonprofit lingo. Platforms like GrantProfessionals.org, Idealist, and even LinkedIn connect grant writers with nonprofits.
Volunteer to write grants for small local nonprofits to build your portfolio and gain experience. Freelance grant writing: Write for good, get paid doing it, make the world a better place (one grant at a time!). Fundraise your freelance future!