Grant Development & Donor Relations Lead (Raiser's Edge)

The Community Builders, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

Paid time off accruals

Company 403(b) match

Life & Disability Insurance

HSA contributions

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Community Builders, Inc. in Boston is seeking a Fund Development Associate to secure philanthropic investments and expand Community Life programs. You will craft compelling grant proposals, coordinate with regional and national teams, and ensure funder communications meet requirements.

You will also serve as the lead for Raiser's Edge CRM data integrity, reporting, and fundraising operations, supporting residents and stakeholders across local, state, and national levels.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising or development.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience with Blackbaud Raiser's Edge software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research, write, edit, and prepare grant proposals and inquiries for foundations, corporations, and public agencies.
• Collaborate with Institutional Giving Manager and teams to gather program info, budgets, outcomes, and materials.
• Translate program information and outcomes into clear funder narratives aligned with requirements.
• Support grant reports, renewals, and funder communications to demonstrate impact.
• Research prospective institutional funding opportunities and contribute to donor strategies.
• Maintain grant resources and organize proposal materials for efficiency and consistency.
• Coordinate multiple grant assignments and deadlines with accuracy and timeliness.

Skills

Excellent writing

Deadline‑driven

Organizational skills

Stakeholder relations

Fundraising passion

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge

CRM fundamentals

Job description

The Community Builders, Inc. in Boston is seeking a Fund Development Associate to secure philanthropic investments and expand Community Life programs. You will craft compelling grant proposals, coordinate with regional and national teams, and ensure funder communications meet requirements.

You will also serve as the lead for Raiser's Edge CRM data integrity, reporting, and fundraising operations, supporting residents and stakeholders across local, state, and national levels.