Facing Forward to End Homelessness
Institutional Giving Manager
Facing Forward to End Homelessness, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Facing Forward to End Homelessness ORGANIZATION SUMMARY Facing Forward to End Homelessness (Facing Forward) ends the cycle of homelessness for families and individuals by offering hope, help, and housing. We first ensure that our clients have a safe, stable home, and then we empower them as they lead a forward-facing life. We also offer case management, healthcare, referrals for substance abuse treatment and mental health issues, education, and job training. Facing Forward gives the tools our clients need to reclaim their lives. VISION Facing Forward is committed to empowering all individuals to envision a brighter future. We are always striving to ensure our approach is reflective of the unique paths which have led people to Facing Forward. We are committed to fostering an environment where each member of Facing Forward is empowered to be themselves, share ideas, and contribute to the mission and vision of the organization. We believe that we are stronger together. We want to serve as a foundation and work in partnership with clients, staff, vendors, and community partners. In unity, we can work to prevent and end homelessness for our clients, to partner and guide them on their journey toward stability, health, and self-sufficiency. POSITION SUMMARY The Institutional Giving Manager at Facing Forward leads the organization's efforts to secure funding and build strategic partnerships with foundations, corporations, and other key stakeholders. The role encompasses developing and executing strategies for foundation grants, corporate foundation grants, and event sponsorships. The Institutional Giving Manager works across departments to cultivate and steward relationships, build a robust portfolio of support aligned with Facing Forward's mission and needs, track progress toward revenue goals, and ensure compliance. As a member of the Development team, they contribute to shaping the organization's voice, provide feedback on external communications, and represent Facing Forward in philanthropic and community settings. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Foundation and Corporate Foundation Grant Management (80%): Develop and implement initiatives to expand and diversify Facing Forward’s funder base. Cultivate and steward relationships with funders and other granting sources. Represent Facing Forward externally to the foundation community to increase the agency’s profile in both the funders and nonprofit environments. Create and manage an annual grants management plan with clear, quarterly goals, guiding the Development team’s efforts and tracking progress. Serve as the lead grant writer for Facing Forward, crafting compelling proposals and reports. Oversee the creation and submission of all grant materials. Manage the grants calendar, ensuring timely submission of proposals and reports. Act as the liaison for any external grant support, such as contracted grant writers. Partner with the Program and Finance departments to develop project/program budgets and implementation details. Identify, research, and evaluate potential foundation and corporate foundation prospects. Arrange and attend site visits with prospects and funders. Create and monitor the grants income budget and projections. Ensure compliance with all grant commitments. Work with the Development team to ensure timely acknowledgment of grant awards. Stay informed about Facing Forward’s programmatic needs. Collect and maintain programmatic data from program colleagues. Work with the Board of Directors to engage members who may have connections to foundations and corporations. Stay abreast of trends and changes in the philanthropic sector. Partnership Development and Corporate Engagement (10%): Develop and implement a corporate fundraising strategy. Identify and cultivate relationships with potential corporate supporters. Create compelling corporate partnership packages that align with the interests of potential sponsors and Facing Forward’s goals. Explore potential event sponsorship opportunities, working in partnership with events team. Track revenue and report on progress toward goals. Steward relationships with corporate supporters, recognizing their contributions and cultivating long-term partnerships. Work closely with events and communications team members to ensure recognition and seamless integration of sponsors into events. Identify and explore potential partnerships with corporations, community organizations, and other stakeholders that can benefit Facing Forward. Collaborate with internal teams to leverage partnerships to advance Facing Forward’s mission. Communications and Administration (10%): Serve as a passionate and articulate spokesperson for Facing Forward and as a prominent fundraising face throughout the organization, among stakeholders, and in the Chicago community. Contribute to communications efforts by reviewing and editing external communications materials. Actively participate in staff meetings. Maintain confidentiality. Engage in professional development activities. Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or Marketing. Experience: Five years of previous work experience raising funds from institutional donors Familiarity with Chicago’s philanthropic community preferred Skills and Abilities: Excellent writing skills, ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences. High skill level working in Microsoft Office, Foundation Source (or other foundation research outlets), and donor databases. Strong verbal communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills. Experience producing, synthesizing, and interpreting statistical and financial reports and data. Able to develop and interpret budgets. Previous experience working with a CRM, entering data, producing queries, and reports. Works independently, self-motivated, stays on top of and prioritizes multiple projects and deadlines. Strategic, resourceful, adaptive, and responsive. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Work is performed remotely and in a typical office work environment. Sitting for extended periods is required. Intermittent physical activity, including standing, walking, and bending. Normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication is required. Business hours are 9 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday; evening and weekend work may be required. Reasonable accommodation will enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions. WORK SCHEDULE This is a hybrid work position, with on-site responsibilities at our two office locations as well as remote workdays. 9am-5pm attendance is required on all days. Attendance at meetings and events is occasionally required in the evenings and weekends. COMPENSATION Salary range is $70,000 - $75,000 depending on experience and skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. Employer-matched retirement plan and generous paid time off.
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Facing Forward to End Homelessness ORGANIZATION SUMMARY Facing Forward to End Homelessness (Facing Forward) ends the cycle of homelessness for families and individuals by offering hope, help, and housing. We first ensure that our clients have a safe, stable home, and then we empower them as they lead a forward-facing life. We also offer case management, healthcare, referrals for substance abuse treatment and mental health issues, education, and job training. Facing Forward gives the tools our clients need to reclaim their lives. VISION Facing Forward is committed to empowering all individuals to envision a brighter future. We are always striving to ensure our approach is reflective of the unique paths which have led people to Facing Forward. We are committed to fostering an environment where each member of Facing Forward is empowered to be themselves, share ideas, and contribute to the mission and vision of the organization. We believe that we are stronger together. We want to serve as a foundation and work in partnership with clients, staff, vendors, and community partners. In unity, we can work to prevent and end homelessness for our clients, to partner and guide them on their journey toward stability, health, and self-sufficiency. POSITION SUMMARY The Institutional Giving Manager at Facing Forward leads the organization's efforts to secure funding and build strategic partnerships with foundations, corporations, and other key stakeholders. The role encompasses developing and executing strategies for foundation grants, corporate foundation grants, and event sponsorships. The Institutional Giving Manager works across departments to cultivate and steward relationships, build a robust portfolio of support aligned with Facing Forward's mission and needs, track progress toward revenue goals, and ensure compliance. As a member of the Development team, they contribute to shaping the organization's voice, provide feedback on external communications, and represent Facing Forward in philanthropic and community settings. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Foundation and Corporate Foundation Grant Management (80%): Develop and implement initiatives to expand and diversify Facing Forward’s funder base. Cultivate and steward relationships with funders and other granting sources. Represent Facing Forward externally to the foundation community to increase the agency’s profile in both the funders and nonprofit environments. Create and manage an annual grants management plan with clear, quarterly goals, guiding the Development team’s efforts and tracking progress. Serve as the lead grant writer for Facing Forward, crafting compelling proposals and reports. Oversee the creation and submission of all grant materials. Manage the grants calendar, ensuring timely submission of proposals and reports. Act as the liaison for any external grant support, such as contracted grant writers. Partner with the Program and Finance departments to develop project/program budgets and implementation details. Identify, research, and evaluate potential foundation and corporate foundation prospects. Arrange and attend site visits with prospects and funders. Create and monitor the grants income budget and projections. Ensure compliance with all grant commitments. Work with the Development team to ensure timely acknowledgment of grant awards. Stay informed about Facing Forward’s programmatic needs. Collect and maintain programmatic data from program colleagues. Work with the Board of Directors to engage members who may have connections to foundations and corporations. Stay abreast of trends and changes in the philanthropic sector. Partnership Development and Corporate Engagement (10%): Develop and implement a corporate fundraising strategy. Identify and cultivate relationships with potential corporate supporters. Create compelling corporate partnership packages that align with the interests of potential sponsors and Facing Forward’s goals. Explore potential event sponsorship opportunities, working in partnership with events team. Track revenue and report on progress toward goals. Steward relationships with corporate supporters, recognizing their contributions and cultivating long-term partnerships. Work closely with events and communications team members to ensure recognition and seamless integration of sponsors into events. Identify and explore potential partnerships with corporations, community organizations, and other stakeholders that can benefit Facing Forward. Collaborate with internal teams to leverage partnerships to advance Facing Forward’s mission. Communications and Administration (10%): Serve as a passionate and articulate spokesperson for Facing Forward and as a prominent fundraising face throughout the organization, among stakeholders, and in the Chicago community. Contribute to communications efforts by reviewing and editing external communications materials. Actively participate in staff meetings. Maintain confidentiality. Engage in professional development activities. Perform other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Education: Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, or Marketing. Experience: Five years of previous work experience raising funds from institutional donors Familiarity with Chicago’s philanthropic community preferred Skills and Abilities: Excellent writing skills, ability to communicate effectively with a variety of audiences. High skill level working in Microsoft Office, Foundation Source (or other foundation research outlets), and donor databases. Strong verbal communication, public speaking, and interpersonal skills. Experience producing, synthesizing, and interpreting statistical and financial reports and data. Able to develop and interpret budgets. Previous experience working with a CRM, entering data, producing queries, and reports. Works independently, self-motivated, stays on top of and prioritizes multiple projects and deadlines. Strategic, resourceful, adaptive, and responsive. WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Work is performed remotely and in a typical office work environment. Sitting for extended periods is required. Intermittent physical activity, including standing, walking, and bending. Normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication is required. Business hours are 9 am-5 pm, Monday-Friday; evening and weekend work may be required. Reasonable accommodation will enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the position’s essential functions. WORK SCHEDULE This is a hybrid work position, with on-site responsibilities at our two office locations as well as remote workdays. 9am-5pm attendance is required on all days. Attendance at meetings and events is occasionally required in the evenings and weekends. COMPENSATION Salary range is $70,000 - $75,000 depending on experience and skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance. Employer-matched retirement plan and generous paid time off.
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