Foundation Director jobs in Pennsylvania

Foundation Director directs the execution of the vision, strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, and grantmaking operations that support the overall objectives of a foundation. Defines the goals and tactics for fundraising campaigns and program initiatives. Being a Foundation Director represents the foundation to the public and media to communicate its mission, values, and accomplishments. Maintains positive relationships with foundation stakeholders, including the board of directors, grantees, community leaders, donors, and prospective donors. Additionally, Foundation Director oversees grantmaking operations, including developing grant guidelines, reviewing grant applications, and managing the grant evaluation process. Manages foundation programs and initiatives that align with the foundation's mission and values. Implements systems for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the foundation's grantmaking and programs. Ensures all foundation activities comply with applicable laws, reporting requirements, and regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Foundation Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Foundation Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director of Grants and Foundation Relations
  • Independence Mission Schools
  • Philadelphia, PA OTHER
  • About IMS: Independence Mission Schools (IMS) educate students of all faiths living throughout Philadelphia. Our inspiring new network of 14 schools blends the best of Catholic education with innovative teaching strategies designed to meet the unique learning needs of all students.

    Since our inception in 2012, our enrollment has grown over 20%, our students are outperforming 80% of their neighboring public and charter schools in Reading, and we have received increasing recognition as a network that successfully integrates faith, character, and academics to create warm, energizing schools that are sustainable for students, staff, and community. Ultimately, IMS recognizes that our students are on track to make their own choices in pursuit of college and career opportunities because they are on grade level academically and enrolled in a high-quality high school.

    Perks of IMS: Full-Time staff at IMS enjoy ongoing development through coaching, mentorship, and professional development and a benefits package that matches 403b contributions, provides low-cost healthcare, and guarantees paid sick time and personal time. Learn more here.

    The Director of Grants and Foundation Relations is responsible for planning, implementing and coordinating a comprehensive grant program for Independence Mission Schools (IMS). This includes partnering with IMS staff to develop programs and projects that align with and advance organizational strategic priorities as well as identifying, cultivating, and soliciting support from corporations, affiliated corporate foundations, private and public foundations, businesses, and other organizations. A strategic mindset and strong technical writing skills are vital to this role. Developing good relationships with partners who can leverage the corporate partnerships will be essential. The Director will create, write, and submit proposals and stewardship reports; work to increase the amount of corporate and foundation support, and grow the income visibility of IMS. The Director will systematically expand the pipeline of corporate and foundation support in cooperation with the other advancement staff and data analytics. This position reports to the Chief Advancement Officer.

    Specific Responsibilities
    • Develop a comprehensive grant program that aligns with and advances strategic priorities.
    • Partner with IMS staff to build out programs and projects attractive to prospective philanthropic
    partners and aligned with IMS's strategic plan and mission.
    • Meet goals and objectives that include raising the budgeted grant income goal.
    • Solicit a minimum of 50 institutional donors annually with formal grant requests. Target 25%
    new prospects each year. Develop a portfolio of qualified prospects, submission dates and
    deadlines.
    • Write, coordinate, and implement corporate and foundation grant proposals, reports, and
    delivery of donor benefits and recognition. Prepare materials and presentations, case
    statements, and solicitations to corporations and foundations, members of the board,
    organizations, and donors and prospects to obtain financial support.
    • Arrange for face-to-face meetings on site with the corporate and foundation contacts, involving
    the CEO, CAO, other executive staff, or Board members.
    • Coordinate donor visits and tours of IMS as part of an on-going stewardship plan to further
    cultivate relationships with donors affiliated with institutional philanthropy.
    • Work with others to obtain information necessary for proposals including budget information.
    Produce interim and final grant reports to funders. Maintain a schedule of submissions for
    grants and reports that will guide the work of this area. Develop and monitor an agreed upon
    metrics plan.
    • Maintain electronic and hard copy files of important correspondence and records for grant
    tracking and report generation, including updating and tracking of database records in Donor
    Perfect.
    • Identify, cultivate, and solicit corporations and foundations to make major investments in
    support of IMS by matching the strategic initiatives, business plan and fundraising priorities with
    prospective donors'/grantmakers' interests.
    • Assist in writing direct mail appeal and newsletter copy.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications
    • Appreciation and passion for the mission and vision of Independence Mission Schools.
    • Minimum of five to seven years of experience in a development/advancement office with
    proven experience in writing grant proposals and reports, as well as identifying, cultivating and
    soliciting support from corporations and foundations, business partners and other
    organizations.
    • Ability to think strategically and map out programs and/or projects linking them to the strategic
    plan and mission required.
    • Bachelor's degree required.
    • Experience with government grants preferred.
    • Proven experience discovering prospective donors/grant makers, developing and submitting
    proposals to increase the amount of corporate and foundation support.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and energetic personality with demonstrated ability to build, foster
    and maintain positive relationships with both internal and external constituencies including
    administrators, teachers, trustees, alumni, donors and prospects.
    • Superior writing (to include technical writing) and communication skills with the ability to
    articulate the mission, vision and philanthropic priorities of IMS and with clarity and passion to a
    wide audience of stakeholders that includes donors, business leaders, and community partners.
    • Attention to detail combined with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
    simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
    • Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
    • Ability to work independently and to prioritize responsibilities.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft and Google Suites.
    • Previous experience and proficiency working in fundraising software.
    • Must be willing to work nights and weekends at times.
    • Must be willing and able to travel at times; valid driver's license and access to a car are required.
    • Successful candidates must be able to clear all required background checks.

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

    Equal Opportunity Employer: IMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrates staff diversity. We strive to be and build a diverse team that is representative of our students and the communities in which we serve. If you identify as an individual of color, we highly encourage you to apply!

    Want to learn more about IMS and our school locations? Please visit: https://independencemissionschools.org/schools/
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Director of Foundation and Government Support
  • Philadelphia Museum of Art
  • Philadelphia, PA FULL_TIME
  • We Are Committed to an Inclusive WorkplaceAt the Philadelphia Museum of Art, we actively seek to employ a diverse group of people who embody our organizational values. We welcome and encourage individ...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Development Director
  • DMAX Foundation
  • Bryn Mawr, PA FULL_TIME
  • Company DescriptionThe mission of DMAX Foundation is to create connections and conversations that matter to strengthen mental health and emotional well-being for young people.Job DescriptionSummary Jo...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Sr. Director of Marketing & Communications
  • Commonwealth Foundation
  • Remote, PA FULL_TIME
  • Sr. Director of Marketing & CommunicationsThe Commonwealth Foundation is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as the Director of Marketing & Communications. This individual ...
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Director of Residential Services
  • Livengrin Foundation
  • Bensalem, PA FULL_TIME
  • The Director of Residential Services coordinates and develops programs within Residential Services. The Director assures that all methods of clinical practice and performance conform to written establ...
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Program Director of Foster Care
  • The Bair Foundation
  • Dallastown, PA FULL_TIME
  • The Bair Foundation is looking for a PROGRAM DIRECTOR in YORK, PENNSYLVANIA! The Bair Foundation is a non-profit, social service ministry looking to recruit candidates who have a passion for serving f...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Director of Annual Giving (Temporary Part-Time)
  • Pellissippi State Community College
  • Knoxville, TN
  • Title: Director of Annual Giving (Temporary Part-Time) Department: Foundation Campus: Hardin Valley Campus Closing Date:...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Amenity Center Attendant
  • HHHunt Homes
  • Blacksburg, VA
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  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Executive Director
  • Careerbuilder
  • Killdeer, ND
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  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • St. Johnsbury Athenaeum
  • Saint Johnsbury, VT
  • Job Description Job Description ST. JOHNSBURY ATHENAEUM DIRECTOR POSITION DESCRIPTION Job Title: Athenaeum Director Repo...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • Chick-fil-A
  • Clinton, MD
  • Chick-fil-A Woodyard Landing in Clinton, MD is looking for a passionate and experienced Director to lead a seasoned and ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • The Anderson Search Group
  • Uvalde, TX
  • Director of Client Engagement and Deposit Strategy The Anderson Search Group has been engaged by one of our top clients ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Baltimore School for the Arts, Foundation Director
  • Edgility Consulting
  • Baltimore, MD
  • The Baltimore School for the Arts Foundation is the fundraising partner of the Baltimore School for the Arts. The Founda...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Director
  • Visa
  • Homestead, FL
  • Company Description Visa is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating more than 215 billion payments transactions...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Pennsylvania (/ˌpɛnsɪlˈveɪniə/ (listen) PEN-sil-VAY-nee-ə), officially the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is a state located in the northeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. The Appalachian Mountains run through its middle. The Commonwealth is bordered by Delaware to the southeast, Maryland to the south, West Virginia to the southwest, Ohio to the west, Lake Erie and the Canadian province of Ontario to the northwest, New York to the north, and New Jersey to the east. Pennsylvania is the 33rd-largest state by area, and the 6th-most populous state according to the most recent of...
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Income Estimation for Foundation Director jobs
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