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Atlantic Housing Foundation

Grant Writer (Contract)

Atlantic Housing Foundation, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75201

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Grant Writer (Contract)

About Atlantic Housing Foundation: Atlantic Housing Foundation (AHF), Inc. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit affordable housing provider. Founded in 1999, we currently own and operate over 8,000 units of multifamily properties in 6 states and over 30 cities. In addition to HUD HAP and LIHTC properties, Atlantic Housing owns and operates affordable housing, mixed-income multifamily assets, student housing and senior housing. The mission of Atlantic Housing Foundation, Inc. is to promote and preserve quality affordable housing and related services for low and moderate income families, helping residents improve their lives. We will do this in a manner that will foster the continuous improvement of our people and our company. We strive to be a top performing, thoroughly professional and genuinely caring organization in all that we do. As an organization, we aspire to and believe in - Making a difference. Why should you apply? You believe in the AHF mission and core values, you are the best at what you do, and you meet the qualifications below. Do you have a passion for storytelling and a proven ability to turn ideas into winning proposals? Join us as a Grant Writer, where you'll play a critical role in securing the resources that make our mission possible. In this role, you'll research funding opportunities, craft compelling narratives, and partner with internal teams to develop budgets and supporting data that bring our programs to life. Your work will directly impact our ability to promote and preserve quality affordable housing and supportive services for families across multiple states. From federal grants to private foundations, you'll leverage your writing skills and strategic thinking to expand the Atlantic Housing Foundation's reach and impact. Grant Writer Success Factors Secure strategic funding

Identify and research funding opportunities from federal, state, corporate, foundation, and private sources that align with AHF's mission and priorities. Collaborate with program managers to develop logic models, measurable objectives, and competitive proposals. Write persuasive, well-researched proposals and applications that inspire funder confidence. Build budgets in partnership with the Director of Finance that are accurate, compelling, and aligned with project goals.

Ensure Proposal Excellence and Compliance

Lead a structured review process so all proposals meet quality, compliance, and funder requirements before submission. Maintain a master grant calendar to track opportunities, deadlines, and reporting obligations. Manage timelines across multiple projects to ensure on-time submissions and seamless reporting. Translate complex program details into clear, data-driven narratives that stand out to reviewers. Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.

Foster Internal and External Collaboration

Cultivate partnerships with community agencies, educational institutions, government entities, financial institutions, corporations, and faith-based organizations serving low-income and at-risk populations. Collaborate with property teams to secure letters of support, negotiate collaborations, and present compelling proposals to funders. Provide regular updates to leadership and committees on funding pursuits, outcomes, and impact. Work with Compliance and property teams to transition awarded grants into implementation and ensure deliverables are achieved.

Qualifications Bachelor's degree in English, communications, creative writing, or related field (Master's degree preferred). Minimum of five years' successful grant writing experience with a proven record of securing major grants. Previous federal grant application, submission, and approval experience preferred. Excellent knowledge of proposal submission and fundraising processes. Experience developing grant budgets. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Skilled in research, analysis, and aligning funding opportunities with organizational needs. Proficient in Google Workspace. Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders, including staff, board members, partners, and donors. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.