Development & Corporate Relations Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Reports To: Chief Development Officer
Location: Bellevue, WA
FLSA Status: Exempt / Full-Time
Compensation: $80,000 – $105,000

For nearly 70 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue has provided safe, supportive spaces for youth outside of school hours. We focus on serving neighborhoods with the greatest needs, ensuring equitable access to life-enhancing programs centered on academics, health, leadership, and belonging. Our mission is to empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.

The Development & Corporate Relations Manager is responsible for cultivating, securing, and stewarding corporate partnerships and in-kind donations that advance the organization’s mission. This position manages the full spectrum of corporate engagement—from volunteer coordination and event participation to solicitation for philanthropic and in-kind support. The Manager will play a key role in strengthening corporate relationships, managing employee giving programs, and supporting overall development initiatives.

• Develop and implement strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate partners for philanthropic support, sponsorships, and in-kind contributions.
• Manage an active portfolio of corporate relationships, ensuring alignment between company interests and organizational priorities. 
• Collaborate with senior leadership to create customized partnership proposals, develop fundraising opportunities for non-traditional programs, and deliver impact reports for corporate funders.
• Coordinate and track corporate sponsorship benefits, ensuring fulfillment and recognition in events, communications, and digital channels.

• Design and implement volunteer engagement opportunities for corporate partners, ensuring a high-quality experience for both volunteers and staff.
• Lead planning and execution of employee giving initiatives (Microsoft 5K, T-Mobile Magenta Day, Subaru’s Coat Drive, Athletic Teams, etc.), coordinating logistics, promotion, and stewardship. 
• Partner with corporate partners to align volunteer projects and giving campaigns with organizational needs.
• Manage relationships with employee resource groups, CSR teams, and community engagement liaisons to deepen corporate involvement.

• Oversee solicitation and tracking of in-kind donations (goods, services, and experiences) for programs and fundraising events.
• Maintain accurate records of in-kind contributions in the donor database and ensure timely acknowledgment.
• Collaborate with program and operations teams to identify in-kind needs and opportunities.

• Support corporate engagement and recognition at special events, including sponsorship activation and volunteer coordination.
• Work closely with the events and marketing teams to ensure consistent corporate branding and visibility across all engagement touchpoints.
• Assist in planning donor and partner appreciation events as needed.

• Maintain accurate donor and corporate partner information in the CRM (Salesforce).
• Track and report on key metrics related to corporate engagement, volunteerism, and sponsorship revenue.
• Ensure compliance with organizational gift acceptance policies and reporting requirements.

These responsibilities do not fully encapsulate the scope of the role. You may be asked to perform a job duty that is not listed. On occasion, you may be asked to cover at different sites to maintain staff-to-youth ratios.

• Minimum of four (4) years of nonprofit fundraising, corporate relations, or community engagement experience.
• Proven success managing corporate partnerships, sponsorships, or employee giving campaigns.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills, with the ability to represent the organization professionally.
• Excellent project management, event coordination, and organizational skills.
• Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, OneCause, Bloomerang) and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and volunteer activities.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue. 

• Experience managing in-kind donation programs or corporate volunteer initiatives. 
• Experience with corporate social responsibility (CSR) and cause marketing partnerships. 

BGCB is proud to support our staff with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

This position is based at the BGCB administrative office in Bellevue, WA. The Manager’s work includes a blend of administrative responsibilities, corporate partner and donor relationship management, volunteer and event coordination, and data management and reporting. Travel to Club sites, corporate partner locations, and event venues is required to meet with corporate partners, volunteers, employee groups, and other stakeholders. Occasional evening or weekend work may be necessary to support events and volunteer activities.

This position description generally describes the principal functions of the position and the level of knowledge and skills typically required. It does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change as the needs of the organization and the requirements of the job evolve.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Bellevue is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. BGCB does not discriminate in hiring, assignment, promotion, or other conditions of staff employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of our positions.