Foundations & Grants Lead — San Diego

The Salvation Army Southern CA Division; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern California Division is seeking a Foundations and Grants Manager in San Diego County to lead foundation fundraising efforts and manage a portfolio of private, corporate, and family foundation grants. Reporting to the Divisional Foundations & Grants Director, the role will coordinate proposals, reporting, and program alignment to funder interests across San Diego County.

The position focuses on strengthening foundation relationships, identifying new funding

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or proven related experience.
• 5 years’ experience in foundation relations, grant development, fundraising, nonprofit development, or related field.
• Demonstrated success securing foundation funding and managing foundation relationships.
• Strong organizational skills and excellent writing and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, analytical with strong communications and commitment to The Salvation Army mission.

Responsibilities

• Identify program needs and prospective funders; write strong grant proposals, applications and reports.
• Cultivate and steward foundation relationships; develop new relationships with prospective funders.
• Advise Corps Officers and staff by aligning program needs with funders and assisting with grant planning.
• Oversee execution of Foundations Department strategic plan with Divisional Headquarters.
• Attend conferences and grantmaker meetings and workshops.
• Oversee and report on Foundation revenue and opportunities to the Divisional Foundations & Grants Director.
• Increase grant writing capacity by providing training and guidance.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent writing

Ability to work independently

Team player

Attention to detail

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Bachelor’s degree or better

Job description

The Salvation Army Southern California Division is seeking a Foundations and Grants Manager in San Diego County to lead foundation fundraising efforts and manage a portfolio of private, corporate, and family foundation grants. Reporting to the Divisional Foundations & Grants Director, the role will coordinate proposals, reporting, and program alignment to funder interests across San Diego County.

The position focuses on strengthening foundation relationships, identifying new funding