Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager

brainstrust; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

brainstrust, based in Leeds, is seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager to secure vital funding and support growth for people affected by serious health conditions.

You will lead on securing income from trusts and foundations, manage funder relationships, and develop compelling applications that align with organisational priorities. Hybrid or remote working options offered in a busy charity environment with strong impact reporting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience securing funding from trusts and foundations.
• Ability to manage a varied portfolio of funders and build relationships.
• Strong proposal and impact report writing skills.
• Experience using CRM systems to support fundraising activity.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing a trusts and foundations fundraising strategy.
• Writing persuasive funding applications and impact reports.
• Managing a portfolio of existing and prospective funders.
• Building and maintaining strong funder relationships.
• Researching and identifying new funding opportunities and aligning them with organisational priorities.
• Monitoring fundraising performance and providing reporting and analysis.
• Ensuring fundraising activities meet regulations and best practice standards.

Skills

Fundraising

Trusts & Foundations

Proposal & report writing

CRM systems

Stakeholder management

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager

We are seeking an experienced Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager to secure vital funding and help drive the growth of an ambitious charity supporting people affected by serious health conditions.

Position: Trusts and Foundations Fundraising Manager

Location: Leeds office, hybrid or remote working available

Contract: Permanent. Contract or freelance arrangements may also be considered.

Closing Date: 29th November

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced trusts fundraiser to join a well-established charity with a strong track record of grant funding success.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will lead on securing income from trusts and foundations, while also identifying opportunities from corporate and statutory funders where appropriate. You will manage existing funder relationships, develop new prospects and create compelling applications that support both project delivery and core organisational costs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing a trusts and foundations fundraising strategy


• Writing persuasive funding applications and impact reports


• Managing a portfolio of existing and prospective funders


• Building and maintaining strong funder relationships


• Researching and identifying new funding opportunities


• Working with colleagues to align funding opportunities with organisational priorities


• Monitoring fundraising performance and providing reporting and analysis


• Ensuring fundraising activities meet relevant regulations and best practice standards

About You

You will have proven experience securing funding from trusts and foundations and be confident managing a varied portfolio of funders.

You will also have:

• A successful track record in trusts and foundations fundraising


• Excellent proposal and report writing skills


• Strong research and prospecting abilities


• Experience building and managing funder relationships


• Excellent organisational and project management skills


• Experience using CRM systems to support fundraising activity


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• The ability to work independently and collaboratively


• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Knowledge of the healthcare or charity sector would be advantageous.

About the Organisation

This charity supports people with brain tumours and their families. They help individuals navigate the healthcare system, offer emotional and practical support, and drive campaigns and awareness. From solo ocean rowers to children raising thousands, their community of fundraisers is extraordinary and we’re looking for someone just as exceptional to support them.

The employer aims to be an equal opportunities organisation and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Other roles you may have experience of could include: Trust Fundraising Manager, Trusts Fundraiser, Grants Manager, Grants Fundraising Manager, Philanthropy Manager, Funding Manager, Fundraising Manager, Trusts and Grants Manager, Bid Writer, Development Manager. #INDNFP

Applications will be reviewed on receipt and the organisation reserves the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be appointed.