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About Us:

The Patesi Foundation is dedicated to advancing period equity and empowering girls through education, access, and advocacy. We believe that no one should have their potential limited by a lack of menstrual resources or understanding—and we work every day to change that.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Volunteer Grant Writer to join our team. This individual will play a key role in identifying funding opportunities, crafting compelling proposals, and helping us secure grants that expand our programs and impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Research and identify grant opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government sources. Write persuasive, mission-aligned grant proposals and letters of inquiry. Assist in preparing budgets and supporting documentation for grant submissions. Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and reporting requirements. Collaborate with the Executive Team to align proposals with current initiatives and priorities.

Ideal Candidate:

Strong writing and research skills with attention to detail. Experience with nonprofit grant writing or related fundraising preferred (but not required). Organized, self-motivated, and passionate about gender equity and community impact. Able to commit at least 5-7 hours per week remotely. Able to commit for at least 6 months.

Impact:

Your words will directly translate into resources that provide menstrual products, education, and empowerment opportunities for girls and communities in need. This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible difference while growing your experience in nonprofit development.

To Apply: Please email your resume and a brief statement of interest to info@patesifoundation.org with the subject line Volunteer Grant Writer.

Join our mission to support individuals and families in need by helping us move essential items safely and efficiently! As a Volunteer Driver, you’ll play a crucial role in getting items from generous community members/the Patesi Foundation to those who need them most.

Responsibilities:

Pick up and drop off donations to and from various locations

Assist with transporting items during major events and community initiatives

Ensure items are handled with care and delivered on time

Take pictures of items or donors when picking up or dropping off

What We’re Looking For:

A valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle

Enthusiasm for helping others and being part of a community-driven cause

Ability to lift and carry items safely (some light to moderate physical activity required)

Why It Matters:
Your wheels make a difference—every donation you help transport brings us closer to supporting families and individuals in need.

The Patesi Foundation invites individuals, schools, community groups, and businesses to join our mission by hosting a Period and Postpartum Essentials Collection Drive. Your team can help ensure that girls and women in need have access to period and postpartum essentials that support dignity, confidence, and opportunity.

Whether you gather supplies at your workplace, organize a neighborhood drop-off, or rally your classmates for a cause, every drive makes a difference. We’ll provide a toolkit with flyers, donation wish lists, and tips to make your drive a success.

What You’ll Do:

Choose your collection dates and location Spread the word Collect new, unopened period and postpartum products (pads, tampons, wipes,etc.) Deliver or ship collected items to a designated location. Pick up by a Patesi team member is also possible in the DMV.

Who Can Participate:

Individuals, families, schools, sororities/fraternities Faith-based and civic organizations Businesses and corporate teams

Why It Matters:

1 in 4 students miss class due to lack of access to period products. Your drive helps change that. Together, we can ensure that no girl is held back because of her period. You would be helping new mothers recover with dignity, comfort, and the essential care items they need during one of life’s most vulnerable and transformative times.

Ready to Get Started?

Sign up to host a collection drive and receive tips to make organizing simple and impactful.