About Arise and Flourish, Inc.
Arise and Flourish, Inc. is a nonprofit organization registered in Maryland and Virginia, dedicated to preventing substance use and misuse among middle and high school students. For over 12 years, we have partnered with public and private school systems across Maryland and Virginia, reaching more than 49,000 students in nearly 400 schools.
Our Substance Use and Misuse Prevention Program is a powerful, classroom-based educational experience that combines personal storytelling from individuals in recovery with interactive instruction on the Cycle of Addiction. By presenting addiction as a disease and addressing the underlying causes of substance use, we work to reduce stigma, promote early intervention, and empower students to make healthier choices.
Position Summary
Arise and Flourish is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Volunteer Grant Writer to support our mission by identifying funding opportunities and preparing compelling grant proposals. This role is ideal for someone who wants to use their writing skills to make a meaningful impact on youth substance use and misuse prevention and education.
The Volunteer Grant Writer will work closely with the President/Vice President, Program Manager, and Board Members to help secure funding that sustains and expands our school-based prevention programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Research and identify grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources aligned with substance use prevention, education, mental health, and youth development
- Write, edit, and submit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and funding applications
- Collaborate with organizational leadership to gather program data, outcomes, and narratives
- Help prepare progress reports or renewal applications as needed
- Ensure grant proposals clearly reflect Arise and Flourish’s mission and impact
Qualifications
- Experience with grant writing, nonprofit development, fundraising, or research (preferred but not required)
- Strong written communication skills
- Ability to translate program outcomes and data into clear, compelling narratives
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines
- Passion for youth, education, recovery, mental health, and substance use and misuse prevention
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
What We Provide
- Access to program descriptions, outcomes, evaluations, and impact data
- Support and collaboration from experienced nonprofit leadership and board members
- Flexibility in schedule and workload
- The opportunity to directly support life-saving prevention education for youth
Why Volunteer With Us
Your work will help ensure that thousands of students continue to receive honest, impactful education about addiction - education that saves lives, reduces stigma, and promotes hope and recovery. Grant funding plays a critical role in sustaining and expanding this mission.
How to Apply
Interested volunteers may contact us at info@ariseandflourish.org with a brief introduction and relevant experience.
