The Child and Youth Permanency Council of Canada (CYPCC) defines permanency as a safe, stable, and lifelong relationship for children and youth, including kinship care, customary care, legal guardianship, and adoption. Cultural competency is central to permanency, as it supports identity, connection, and overall well-being.
For more than three decades, CYPCC has worked to empower youth with lived experience in the child welfare system by reducing isolation, fostering peer connection, and creating opportunities for young people to share their stories. This work strengthens youth voice and ensures their rights and needs remain central to our advocacy.
Building on this foundation, CYPCC is launching The Holistic Hub, a pilot initiative for BIPOC youth+ transitioning out of care. The Hub will move beyond traditional affordable housing supports by offering a culturally responsive space grounded in connection, community, mentorship, and empowerment. Through access to resources and meaningful support, the Hub will help youth strengthen their confidence, identity, and independence with dignity.
CYPCC is seeking a volunteer Grant Writer to support this important work. This is an opportunity for an experienced and motivated writer to contribute their skills to a meaningful community-based initiative.
Working collaboratively with CYPCC staff and reporting to the Executive Director, the volunteer Grant Writer will assist with the development of explicit, compelling, and persuasive funding applications to corporations, government bodies, foundations, and other potential funders.
The ideal volunteer will bring strong writing, research, planning, and relationship‑building skills, along with the ability to develop persuasive cases for support and meet deadlines.



This role offers a meaningful opportunity to help advance CYPCC’s mission and contribute to long‑term impact for youth and families.
Grant Writer Responsibilities and Duties Working with staff and the Board of Directors, the volunteer Grant Writer will: Research potential funding opportunities
Write and submit grant proposals
Collaborate with staff and the board of directors to understand funding needs
Develop budgets for grant proposals
Track and report on the progress of submitted grants
Maintain relationships with funders and donors
Understand and comply with all grant requirements and guidelines
Prepare and deliver presentations to potential funders
Proof read and Edit grant applications
Keep detailed records of all grant activities
Assist in the development of fundraising strategies
Write reports to funders detailing how money was utilized
Stay updated with trends in grant writing and funding opportunities
Grant Writer Qualifications and Skills Previous experience in grant writing, including a demonstrated track record of securing funding
Bachelor’s degree in communications, English, nonprofit management, or a related field
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Understanding of the nonprofit sector
Strong organizational, time‑management, and research skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Proficiency with grant databases and management systems
Attention to detail
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Excellent interpersonal skills
Please send your detailed resumé to: [email protected]
www.permanency.ca

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