Foundations Grants Manager - Nonprofit & Donor Impact

Christian Career; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Family First, Inc. is seeking a Foundations Grants Manager to oversee grant-seeking efforts and enhance our development strategy focused on foundations, grants, and planned giving.

The role reports to the Director of Development and supports the broader development team in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will bring 4+ years in nonprofit development with proven grant writing and donor management skills, and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of nonprofit development with demonstrated success in grant writing and planned giving management.
• Experience with a foundation research tool and donor management system (HubSpot and Candid preferred).
• Significant attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent oral and written communications.
• Aligned with the mission of Family First and its programs, All Pro Dad and iMOM.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify potential grantor and foundation opportunities that align with the organization’s mission and vision.
• Remain informed on industry best practices on grant opportunities, funding trends, and philanthropic developments.
• Establish a repository of grant proposal templates and maintain supporting documentation for grant requests.
• Manage all aspects of the grant submission process, including gathering required information and supporting documents; writing, editing, and preparing proposals; tracking the grant process through established procedures; and maintaining records of outcomes.
• Provide tracking and reporting for granted funds and deliverables as requested by leadership.
• In partnership with our estate planning vendor, manage campaigns and communications with established donors to ensure understanding of the opportunity and benefits of planned giving.
• Manage and execute campaigns to improve matching gift donations in conjunction with development managers.
• Manage other tasks as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Grant writing

Donor relations

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HubSpot

Candid

Job description

Family First, Inc. is seeking a Foundations Grants Manager to oversee grant-seeking efforts and enhance our development strategy focused on foundations, grants, and planned giving.

The role reports to the Director of Development and supports the broader development team in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will bring 4+ years in nonprofit development with proven grant writing and donor management skills, and a Bachelor’s degree is preferred.