VP, Foundation Relations & Major Partnerships

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant House is seeking a Vice President, Foundation Relations to expand our institutional funding portfolio. You will cultivate seven- to eight-figure foundation partnerships, solicit new funders, and steward existing relationships across the Americas.

This role demands entrepreneurial fundraising with a track record of securing significant grants and guiding high-level donor strategies. The VP will lead a portfolio of major foundation funders, collaborating with program, finance, and

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in foundation relations and institutional fundraising.
• Proven ability to secure multi-million-dollar grants and commitments.
• Strong understanding of foundation landscapes across multiple sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a portfolio of seven- to eight-figure foundation commitments.
• Cultivate and solicit new foundation partners aligned with mission and priorities.
• Lead solicitations for major initiatives, coordinating cross-functional teams.
• Provide exceptional stewardship and reporting to funders.
• Grow the foundation portfolio with multi-year investments and expanded grants.

Skills

Foundation relations

Donor stewardship

Grant writing

Portfolio management

Relationship building

Strategic fundraising

Executive communications

Job description

Covenant House is seeking a Vice President, Foundation Relations to expand our institutional funding portfolio. You will cultivate seven- to eight-figure foundation partnerships, solicit new funders, and steward existing relationships across the Americas.

This role demands entrepreneurial fundraising with a track record of securing significant grants and guiding high-level donor strategies. The VP will lead a portfolio of major foundation funders, collaborating with program, finance, and