Foundations, Corporate Relations, and Public Funding Manager

$60,000 - $70,000/Yr

Treehouse Foundation - Easthampton, MA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Easthampton, MA

Social Assistance

About the position

The Foundations, Corporate Relations, and Public Funding Manager at Treehouse Foundation is responsible for driving revenue generation through various funding sources to support the organization's mission. This part-time role involves overseeing grant opportunities, developing proposals, managing funder relationships, and ensuring compliance with funding requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in grant writing and a proven track record in cultivating relationships with institutional donors.

Responsibilities

• Research, identify, and prioritize funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and public funding sources.
• Write, edit, and submit high-quality grant proposals and sponsorship proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports to secure funding.
• Develop customized proposals and pitches that align with the organization's goals and the funder's priorities.
• Collaborate with program, finance, and communications staff to gather information for proposals and ensure accuracy in project budgets and narratives.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with foundation, corporate, and government funders to build a strong portfolio of institutional supporters.
• Manage the grant calendar, tracking deadlines for proposals, reports, and other required communications.
• Represent the organization in meetings and networking events with potential funders and partners.
• Conduct tours and prepare presentations for funders, sponsors, and prospects.
• Prepare briefing materials for leadership and program staff ahead of funder meetings.
• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including reporting deadlines, budget tracking, and deliverables.
• Monitor grant-funded programs to ensure that all commitments to funders are met.
• Provide timely updates and progress reports internally and externally on the outcomes and impact of funded initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and execution of a strategic plan for institutional fundraising, with an emphasis on diversifying revenue streams.
• Identify emerging trends in philanthropy and recommend strategies to increase funding from corporate, foundation, and federal sources.
• Work with the Chief Development Officer to set annual fundraising goals and measure progress against key performance indicators.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in grant writing, with a proven track record of success in securing funding from foundations, corporations, federal and state grant programs.
• Strong understanding of the federal grant application process, including knowledge of government funding mechanisms and compliance requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, persuasive language.
• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce), grant management software, and project management (ASANA) is a plus.
• Passion for the mission and values of the organization.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce) and grant management software (ASANA).

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Retirement plan