Salary Range
$50,000 to $100,000Overview
Grant coordinators manage all grant-funded programs for nonprofit organizations. Grant writers handle the actual creation and preparation of proposals to potential funders. In smaller organizations, both jobs may be handled by the same person. Both grant coordinators and grant writers may work for schools, local governments, social service agencies, and other organizations to oversee all aspects of grant funding. The Association of Fundraising Professionals reports that it has nearly 30,000 members employed at a variety of nonprofit organizations, including those in the arts, social service, health care, and educational fields, as well as at private consulting firms around the country.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
About as Fast as the AveragePersonality Traits
Creative
Organized
Realistic
Career Ladder
Nonprofit Manager or Director
Grant Coordinator
Grant Writer
Entry-Level Nonprofit Worker
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