Foundation Grants Lead: Secure Life-Changing Funding

Helen Ross McNabb Center Foundation; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Helen Ross McNabb Foundation in Knoxville, TN seeks a Foundation Grants Manager to lead the nonpublic grant program and cultivate funder relationships. You will manage prospect research, grant submissions, and budget narratives to secure support for the Center’s programs.

The role reports to senior leadership and requires coordinating with program staff, finance, and external partners to meet deadlines and advance funding priorities. On-site work is expected.

Qualifications

• Three years of grant development/foundation fundraising experience.
• Strong writing, research, analytical and financial skills.
• Experience with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge or similar grant databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the complete grant lifecycle and pipeline of nonpublic grants.
• Research private, corporate, and community foundations locally and nationally.
• Prepare proposals, budgets, and supporting documents for funders and ensure accuracy.

Skills

Grant writing

Prospect research

Stakeholder communication

Budget analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Blackbaud Raiser's Edge

Job description

Helen Ross McNabb Foundation in Knoxville, TN seeks a Foundation Grants Manager to lead the nonpublic grant program and cultivate funder relationships. You will manage prospect research, grant submissions, and budget narratives to secure support for the Center’s programs.

The role reports to senior leadership and requires coordinating with program staff, finance, and external partners to meet deadlines and advance funding priorities. On-site work is expected.