Development & Grants Manager (Part-time)

Canva; Town of Windsor (NY); Hybrid; USD 34,440 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Girls on the Run Hudson Valley is seeking a Development & Grants Manager to grow funding with grant writing, corporate partnerships, and donor stewardship. This part-time role blends hands-on fundraising with relationship-building to support after-school programs for girls in grades 3–8.

The successful candidate will manage grant proposals, reports, and sponsorships, work closely with the Executive Director, and help expand the organization's impact across the Hudson Valley with strategic

Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit fundraising, grant writing, communications, marketing, sales, or a related field
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Experience managing donor or customer databases (CRM experience is a plus)
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with donors, foundations, and community partners
• Passion for the mission of Girls on the Run

Responsibilities

• Grant Strategy & Management
• Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals
• Maintain an annual grants calendar and reporting schedule
• Prepare grant reports and submit claims
• Build lasting relationships with foundation partners
• Corporate Partnerships: Identify and cultivate new corporate sponsors
• Steward existing sponsor relationships
• Develop sponsorship proposals
• Help businesses connect their philanthropy with meaningful community impact
• Donor Engagement: Process charitable contributions and maintain donor records
• Create thoughtful donor acknowledgements and stewardship communications
• Support annual fundraising campaigns and appeals
• Help strengthen long-term donor relationships
• Events & Community Engagement: Assist with charity athlete fundraising initiatives
• Represent Girls on the Run at community and networking events
• Collaborate with staff to advance development goals

Skills

Fundraising

Grant writing

CRM experience

Donor relations

Project management

Communication

Nonprofit

Job description

Development & Grants Manager (Part-time)

Location: New Windsor, NY (Hybrid)
Schedule: 25 hours per week | Hybrid work schedule (in-office and remote days)
Compensation: $25-$28 per hour

Help More Girls Discover Their Strength At Girls on the Run Hudson Valley, we believe every girl deserves the opportunity to build confidence, develop healthy relationships, and realize her limitless potential.

Through our evidence-based after-school program, girls in grades 3–8 build social, emotional, and physical skills while preparing to cross the finish line of a celebratory 5K. It's more than running—it's helping girls discover they are capable of so much more than they imagined.

Each year, we serve more than 2,000 girls across six Hudson Valley counties, train 300+ volunteer coaches, and provide over $100,000 in financial assistance so every girl has the opportunity to participate, regardless of financial circumstances.

We're looking for a passionate fundraiser and relationship builder to help grow the resources that make this mission possible.

About the Role As our Development & Grants Manager, you'll play an essential role in expanding the reach of Girls on the Run throughout the Hudson Valley. You'll manage a diverse fundraising portfolio that includes foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, donor stewardship, and fundraising events. You'll work closely with the Executive Director while enjoying the autonomy to manage projects, cultivate relationships, and bring new ideas to the organization.

Every grant submitted, every sponsor secured, and every donor relationship strengthened helps ensure more girls have access to life-changing programming.

What You'll Do

Grant Strategy & Management

Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals

Maintain an annual grants calendar and reporting schedule

Prepare grant reports and submit claims

Build lasting relationships with foundation partners

Corporate Partnerships

Identify and cultivate new corporate sponsors

Steward existing sponsor relationships

Develop customized sponsorship proposals

Help businesses connect their philanthropy with meaningful community impact

Donor Engagement

Process charitable contributions and maintain accurate donor records

Create thoughtful donor acknowledgements and stewardship communications

Support annual fundraising campaigns and appeals

Help strengthen long-term donor relationships

Events & Community Engagement

Assist with charity athlete fundraising initiatives

Represent Girls on the Run at community and networking events

Collaborate with staff to advance development goals

You'll Thrive Here If You...

Enjoy writing and storytelling

Love building authentic relationships

Are highly organized and dependable

Can manage multiple projects and deadlines

Take initiative and enjoy working independently

Believe every girl deserves the opportunity to succeed

Want your work to have a visible impact in your community

Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include:

Experience in nonprofit fundraising, grant writing, communications, marketing, sales, or a related field

Excellent writing and communication skills

Strong organizational and project management abilities

Experience managing donor or customer databases (CRM experience is a plus)

Ability to build meaningful relationships with donors, foundations, and community partners

Passion for the mission of Girls on the Run

Why You'll Love Working Here This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference while enjoying flexibility and work-life balance.

We offer:

Hybrid work schedule (in-office and remote days)

Supportive, collaborative team environment

Opportunity for professional growth

Meaningful work that positively impacts thousands of girls and families throughout the Hudson Valley

Every day, you'll see the direct impact of your work—not just in fundraising totals, but in the confidence, courage, and joy of the girls we serve.

Join Our Team If you're an experienced fundraiser or someone with exceptional writing and relationship-building skills looking to use your talents for a meaningful cause, we'd love to hear from you.

We Encourage All to Apply At Girls on the Run, we know that confidence grows when people are supported in trying new things. Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. We want to change that. If this role inspires you and you believe you have the skills and passion to contribute, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to learning what unique strengths you can bring to our team.