Whidbey Community Foundation – Grant Reviewer Role Description
Position Overview: The Whidbey Community Foundation is seeking up to 3 dedicated individuals to join our Grants Committee as Grant Reviewers. As a Grant Reviewer, you will play a crucial role in evaluating applications for two of our primary funding programs: the Community Health Grant Program and the Nonprofit Capacity-Building Program. Your expertise and thoughtful analysis will help ensure that the Foundation funds initiatives that align with our mission and support the ongoing vitality of Whidbey Island.
Key Responsibilities:
- Application Evaluation: Review and assess grant applications submitted to the Community Health Grant Program and Nonprofit Capacity-Building Program to determine their alignment with the Foundation’s priorities and eligibility criteria.
- Collaboration: Participate in review meetings with fellow committee members to discuss applications, share insights, and reach consensus on funding recommendations.
- Recommendation Reporting: Provide clear and well-supported recommendations to the Grants Committee based on your assessment of each application’s strengths, potential impact, and alignment with our funding priorities.
- Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality about all applications, ensuring that sensitive information is protected throughout the review process.
- Adherence to Ethics and Standards: Review applications with impartiality and integrity, avoiding any conflicts of interest and ensuring decisions are made based on merit and equity.
Qualifications and Experience: We are seeking candidates with the following:
- A strong understanding of the Whidbey Island community’s needs and the Foundation’s mission.
- Experience in nonprofit management, community health, program evaluation, or related fields.
- Ability to critically evaluate grant proposals, including budgets, program plans, and expected outcomes.
- Commitment to a fair, transparent, and inclusive decision-making process.
- Availability to engage fully in the review process and provide thoughtful, constructive feedback.
Time Commitment: Grant reviewers can expect the following time commitment:
- June to September/October: A 4-month period during which applications will be reviewed.
- Training & Orientation: Approximately 1-2 hours at the beginning of the review cycle to familiarize yourself with the Foundation’s priorities, evaluation criteria, and review process.
- Application Review: Review and assess approximately 25-30 applications (depending on capacity), requiring 12-15 hours of reading and evaluation time.
- Review Meetings: Participate in 2-3 virtual or in-person review meetings (approximately 2-3 hours each) to discuss and finalize funding recommendations.
- Site Visits (if applicable): In some cases, site visits to applicant organizations may be required, requiring 1-2 hours per visit.
Application Process: Interested individuals should submit an application by April 30, 2025, on our website here: WCF Committee Member Application Form – Whidbey Community Foundation. In your application, please disclose any potential conflicts of interest that may arise during the review process. Selected candidates will be notified and provided with detailed instructions and training materials prior to the start of the review period.
About Whidbey Community Foundation: The Whidbey Community Foundation is dedicated to enriching the quality of life on Whidbey Island through strategic grants that foster community health, nonprofit capacity-building, and positive change. We partner with local organizations to create a thriving, sustainable community for all. By becoming a grant reviewer, you will help support this mission and play a critical role in advancing important community initiatives.
Deadline for Application: April 30, 2025
For any questions or to submit your application, please contact us at info@whidbeyfoundation.org or 360-660-5041.