Opportunities From: Volunteer Spokane

Purpose and Goal

The Grant Research Volunteer position involves actively participating in the Research Committee, a team of dedicated volunteers that provides valuable insights and recommendations to the Board and Foundation staff regarding grant research strategies and funding opportunities. This role focuses on conducting research for potential grants and contributing to budgeting recommendations necessary to facilitate successful grant acquisition.

 

Primary Responsibilities Grant Research: Utilize our organization's research tools and resources to identify and compile a comprehensive list of potential grant opportunities. Alignment Assessment: Conduct in-depth research and analysis of each grantor's mission, objectives, and funding priorities to ensure alignment with our organization's cause. Eligibility Review: Evaluate each grant opportunity's eligibility criteria and requirements to determine whether our organization meets the qualifications. Funding Likelihood Analysis: Analyze historical funding patterns and success rates of potential grantors to gauge the likelihood of receiving funding. Grant Proposal Deadlines: Keep track of grant proposal submission deadlines to ensure our Grant Administrator can submit all necessary materials on time. Proposal Recommendations: Provide informed recommendations to our fundraising team regarding which grant opportunities best fit our organization, considering alignment with our mission and the potential for successful funding. Collaboration: Work closely with our Grants Administrator and other volunteers to share and collaborate on research findings, promoting a coordinated effort. Data Management: Maintain accurate and organized records of all research findings, grant applications, and communication with potential grantors. Continuous Learning: Stay updated on current trends, best practices, and funding opportunities in the non-profit sector to enhance the effectiveness of grant research efforts.

 

Qualifications Passion for our organization's mission to support marginalized youth and a genuine interest in positively impacting the community. Strong research skills with an ability to gather information from diverse sources and analyze data effectively. Detail-oriented and highly organized, capable of managing multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to present research findings and recommendations clearly. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, fostering collaboration and open communication. Familiarity with grant research tools and databases is a plus but optional (training will be provided). Prior experience in grant research or fundraising for non-profit organizations is beneficial but optional.

 

Time Commitment Flexible time commitment tailored to your schedule. Ideally, commit around five hours per week (about one hour per business day).

Any amount of time and effort is highly valued for this crucial role. Choose between in-person, remote, or hybrid work setups.

 

Benefits The satisfaction of contributing to a meaningful cause, supporting marginalized youth, and positively impacting the community. Opportunity to gain valuable experience in grant research and fundraising for non-profit organizations. Engage with a passionate and supportive team of like-minded individuals. Recognition and appreciation for your valuable contributions to our organization's success.

 

Orientation and Training

Read the Believe in Me by-laws, Articles of Incorporation, and Financial Policy  Meet with the Grants Administrator and Chief Executive Officer

 

This role is purely voluntary, and this arrangement is not meant to be legally binding to an employment contract. Out-of-pocket travel costs between home and volunteering place will be offered. 

Spokane Pride 2025 is going to be the most colorful day of the year, and Believe in Me will be right in the middle of it with a float and a bustling merch booth. We’re looking for energetic, LGBTQIA2S-affirming volunteers to set the stage, march in the parade, sell our signature PRIDE swag (yes, those clack-tastic folding fans!), and wrap everything up when the party’s over. Here’s how you can help on Saturday ◆ June 14, 2025.

Event Snapshot What When Where Why Spokane Pride Parade & Festival Sat ◆ June 14, 2025 Downtown Spokane parade route & Riverfront Park Celebrate love & raise funds for marginalized youth

Vendor load-in 7 – 11 AM • Parade steps off 12 PM • Festival runs 1 – 6 PM • Evening events until 9 PM (Spokane City, YWCA Spokane, Happening Next)

Why Lend a Hand?

Multiply the impact of Pride: Spokane Pride draws “tens of thousands” and features five stages, 120 performers and hundreds of vendors, creating Spokane’s largest one-day festival (Spokane City, Happening Next).

Champion marginalized kids: Believe in Me channels every dollar we raise into mentoring, education and enrichment programs for youth who face homelessness, poverty or discrimination (Believe in Me).

Stand proudly with the LGBTQIA2S+ community: Spokane Pride’s mission is to create safe, healing spaces and a thriving queer community (Spokane Pride).

Volunteer Roles & Shifts Shift Time What You’ll Do Set-Up Squad 7 – 11 AM Unload gear during the official vendor load-in window, pop up canopies, hang banners, and arrange colorful merch displays (Spokane City) Parade Pride Walkers 11:30 AM – 1 PM Line up with our float, wave flags, hand out stickers, and help our yak mascot keep the energy high as the parade rolls at noon (Spokane City, YWCA Spokane) Merchandise Mavericks 1 – 6 PM Staff the booth, greet festival-goers, and sell rainbow bandanas, pins, clack fans, and other Pride gear that “snaps, slaps and speaks volumes” (Pride Fans®, Alchemy Merch, Daftboy) Float & Booth Re-stock 2 – 4 PM Run quick supply runs, top up water for volunteers, and keep the cashless POS humming Strike Force 6 – 9 PM Break down displays, pack tubs, inventory leftover swag, and load everything for next year’s Pride (Happening Next)

Half-day and full-day shifts welcome—tell us when you’re available and we’ll plug you in!

Volunteer Perks

Free entry to the festival, plus front-row access to 120 performers and three live bands (Spokane City)

Event T-shirt & swag bag loaded with one of our coveted clack fans (Pride Fans®)

Community-service certificate for school, work, or résumé credit

All the Pride vibes—march, dance, and celebrate in Spokane’s biggest queer event

How to Sign Up

Click “Respond” on this posting at VolunteerSpokane.org and select your preferred shift(s).

Submit your volunteer enrollment form.

Join the 60-minute virtual briefing on June 11, so you know exactly where to meet and what to expect.

Questions? Email admin@believeinme.org or call (206) 414-8043 (Believe in Me).

Your Impact

Every tent peg you drive, every rainbow badge you sell, and every smile you share helps Believe in Me fund life-changing programs for kids who need allies the most. Sign up, show up, and help Spokane hear the message “All youth deserve to believe in themselves.”