This position works closely with the executive director and the philanthropy team in the identification, solicitation and development of community, local and regional fundraising sources by managing a regional portfolio of grant opportunities and maintenance of a donor stewardship plan.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned as needed:

A typical day as a Grants Specialist may include:

Work with the executive director and other staff to identify and develop strategies around foundation funding for special projects or capital needs.

Research, identify and qualify local and regional grant resources.

Prepare and submit grants to coincide with funding source guidelines.

Track grants and prepare and submit any follow up documentation and grant reports.

Manage a grant calendar that includes current, pending and potential for new funding.

Build relationships with foundations to better understand how we can partner for additional funding.

Follow up on declined grants to improve future grant writing procedures.

Assist in the development of an annual master calendar; maintain/update calendar as needed.

Assist in prospecting and researching new donors, including individuals, foundation, and corporations. Maintain and create philanthropy reports and analysis.

Work with appropriate staff on fundraising events and campaigns to ensure fluidity in campaign message, donor sponsorship and donations to reach fundraising goals.

Creates and manages stewardship plan for foundation portfolio, in collaboration with executive director and philanthropy team.

Assist with the research and preparation of donor profiles.

Develops and secures resources to meet anticipated income need of the regional foundation and grants budget. Also responsible for working with the philanthropy team to meet the overall regional revenue budget.

Create and run reports from the donor database and provide database troubleshooting and training to staff.

Track funding from donors through company data base and work with national and regional development team members to ensure donor information accuracy.

Provide content and proofreading support for various regional publications and communications.

Assist with staffing of events as needed to support philanthropy program.

Be accountable not only for direct responsibilities outlined in this job description but also to assist fellow staff and other constituents with whom position interacts. Ensure actions and communications follow core values.