ADRC Philanthropy Manager

Brown County, WI; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Brown County in Green Bay, WI seeks a dynamic Philanthropy Manager to lead donor engagement, grant development and fundraising efforts. This salaried full-time role advances our mission supporting older adults, people with disabilities, and family caregivers throughout Brown County.

The position focuses on annual giving, major gifts, corporate philanthropy, and grants, requiring strategic thinking, strong communication, and collaborative leadership to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus fundraising or grant writing experience.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven success in fundraising, grant development, or donor engagement.
• Proficiency with donor management systems.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Develop strategies for major gifts, corporate philanthropy, and planned giving.
• Plan and manage fundraising events to meet annual revenue goals.
• Research, write, and manage grants.
• Track grant compliance, reporting, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with marketing staff on donor communications and campaigns.
• Represent the ADRC at community events and outreach activities.
• Build and maintain partnerships with businesses, foundations, and community leaders.
• Support advocacy and awareness efforts related to ADRC programs and funding.

Skills

Fundraising

Grant writing

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Communication

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, nonprofit management, public administration, business, or related field

Tools

Donor management software

Job description

Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Brown County
Green Bay, WI | Salaried Full-Time | Extended Limited Term Employment

The Aging & Disability Resource Center of Brown County is seeking a dynamic and relationship-driven Philanthropy Manager to lead our donor engagement, grant development and fundraising efforts. This position plays a critical role in advancing our mission through innovative projects that support older adults, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers throughout Brown County.

Position Summary

This professional-level position is responsible for annual giving, major gifts, corporate and planned giving, grant writing and management, fundraising events, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, strong communicator, and collaborative leader passionate about strengthening community support through philanthropy.

Why Join ADRC of Brown County?

• Mission-driven work that directly improves lives
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunity to build sustainable community impact through philanthropy
• Competitive compensation and benefits package

Key Responsibilities

• Lead donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts
• Develop strategies for major gifts, corporate philanthropy, and planned giving
• Plan and manage fundraising events to meet annual revenue goals
• Research, write, and manage local, state, and national grants
• Track grant compliance, reporting, and outcomes
• Collaborate with marketing staff on donor communications and campaigns
• Represent the ADRC at community events and outreach activities
• Build and maintain partnerships with businesses, foundations, and community leaders
• Support advocacy and awareness efforts related to ADRC programs and funding

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, nonprofit management, public administration, business, or related field OR equivalent combination of education and at least two years of fundraising or grant writing experience
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, grant development, or donor engagement
• Proficiency with computers and donor management systems
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment

Additional Qualifications

• Knowledge of professional ethics, fundraising standards, and donor stewardship practices.
• Knowledge of fund development principles, donor engagement strategies, and grant acquisition processes.
• Knowledge of communication and marketing strategies supporting donor engagement.
• Knowledge of public service agencies and regulations affecting ADRC programs.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, privacy, and confidentiality standards.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with donors, community leaders, older adults, and people with disabilities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in both oral and written formats.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism in complex situations.
• Proficiency in computer applications and donor management software.