Associate, Foundation Relations

Since 1984, Share Our Strength® has led the fight against hunger and poverty by inspiring and organizing individuals and businesses to share their strengths. Today, through the No Kid Hungry campaign, Share Our Strength is ending childhood hunger in America by ensuring all children get the healthy food they need. No child should go hungry in America - we're on our way to making that a reality and we want you to join us. We're bold, creative, always open to new ideas, and 100% dedicated to our mission. If that sounds like you, we'd like you to consider becoming part of our team.

The Foundation Relations Associate collaborates with the Director of Foundation Relations to manage all aspects of prospecting, cultivation, stewardship, and solicitation of private foundations in regional markets and nationally. The Associate deepens relationships across a defined foundations portfolio through personal outreach and communications, to increase retention and long-term value of these donor segments. The Associate plays a large role in researching and identifying prospects for continued movement through the foundation pipeline.

This position is preferably based in Washington, D.C. but could be fully remote for the right candidate. The position offers a salary range of $65k-$73k. Exact compensation within the stated salary range may vary based on skills, experience, internal equity, and geographical location.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• With guidance from the Director, manages a portfolio of approximately 30 foundation donors (varying in capacity from $5,000 to $50,000) through all phases of the foundation relationship cycle, including identification to stewardship.
• Represents No Kid Hungry in external-facing meetings with foundation donors and prospects, both independently and in collaboration with the Director.
• Leads the writing and editing of grant proposals and reports for grants up to $50,000; co-writes and edits grant proposals and reports in collaboration with the Director, donor services, and program teams for grants exceeding $50,000.
• Coordinates with program operations and finance teams to ensure we have the most up-to-date state- and project-specific language for proposals, reports, and other outreach.
• Actively prospects and/or qualifies prospects through research for giving potential and organizational alignment.
• Ensures appropriate stewardship and recognition in connection with grants. Assists Director of Foundation Relations in stewardship touches, including custom written materials, event invitations, articles, organizational updates, etc.
• Manages the grant calendar and ensures all deadlines are recorded.
• Works with Finance team on getting grant agreements signed and executed.
• Work closely with the Director of Foundation Relations and Resource Development and Growth colleagues to develop meaningful engagement opportunities.
• Coordinate communications, invitations, and track RSVPS, for all special events - virtual or live.
• Review and maintain the foundation team's records in Raiser's Edge, which includes updating information on gifts, contacts, and campaigns, as well as generating reports and contact lists. Track daily all market donations to support timely acknowledgements.
• Assist team with any mailings (annual reports, etc).
• Partner with colleagues to support Share Our Strength's work to be a diverse and inclusive organization, and ensuring those values are embedded in the organization and throughout our work.
• Assist with special projects and events for the larger Major Gifts and Foundations team
• Assist with other tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree preferred, but not required, and 2-3 years of relevant work experience.
• 2-3 years' experience in development and/or membership fundraising preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to build sustainable relationships for the purposes of fundraising.
• Sound knowledge of industry trends and best practices; both detail and big picture oriented.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain focus and detail orientation in a fluid environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal and relationship management skills, including the ability to identify, communicate about, and work through challenges, underscored by strong judgment and emotional intelligence.
• Strong skills in MS Office suite, and experience with Raisers Edge or similar donor management software preferred, but not required.
• Adept at coordinating and prioritizing individual workload and maintaining focus and communication with colleagues in a remote environment.
• Proven ability to excel working independently and as part of a (virtual and live) team environment.
• Credible skill in clear, persuasive, and dynamic communication with various stakeholders.
• Demonstrated interest in anti-hunger and anti-poverty issues.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFIT PLAN:
We offer a comprehensive benefits plan which currently includes, but is not limited to, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, retirement, wellness benefits, and paid time off (vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, holiday, parental leave, bereavement leave, military leave, and jury duty leave).
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:
Share Our Strength is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, military status, age, or any other classification protected by law.