Corporate & Foundation Relations Manager

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER AUGUSTA•Augusta, GA

1d•$0 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta is offering an exciting opportunity for the right person to join our dynamic, forward-thinking team. We rely on the dedication of caring team members to provide a safe, nurturing environment for kids to learn and grow. Our staff are educators, coaches, artists, mentors, community leaders, and ambassadors. Are you ready to join a team of passionate individuals who are working to make a difference in the lives of kids in our community? The Corporate & Foundation Relations Manager is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gift prospects and donors for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta. This role works collaboratively with the VP of Development, another Major Gifts Officer, and the Volunteer & Engagement Coordinator to secure gifts at the $10,000+ level that advance the mission and sustainability of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university preferred OR combination of post-secondary education and experience.
A minimum of 3-5 years of similar work experience, preferably in a Boys & Girls Club or similar organization.
Ability to manage multiple tasks at a high volume.
Effective and productive at working independently and taking initiative.
Meticulous attention to detail with minimal errors.
Strong people and communication skills, both oral and written.
Proficient use of technology, particularly Microsoft Office Suite applications, spreadsheets, Talent databases, etc.
Works comfortably under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
Strong analytical skills.
Skilled in building strong relationships and trust with donors.
Strong communication and storytelling abilities aligning donors’ passions with organizational needs.
Collaborative team player with a high level of professionalism.
Self-motivated and results-driven, able to balance short- and long-term priorities.
Commitment to the mission and values of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta.

Responsibilities

Maintain an active portfolio of 75–125 major gift prospects and donors.
Develop personalized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for each assigned prospect.
Participate in regular review meetings with the VP of Development and colleagues to align approaches and priorities.
Identify new major gift prospects through research, referrals, and donor database analytics.
Conduct in-person meetings, site visits, and other engagement opportunities.
Prepare and present gift requests that match donors’ interests and capacity.
Research, write, and submit highly competitive grant proposals to federal, state, local government agencies, and private foundations.
Maintain and manage the master grant calendar to ensure all letters of intent, proposal deadlines, and reporting timelines are met.
Coordinate closely with Finance and Program teams to ensure strict compliance with grant guidelines and submit accurate, timely progress reports to funders.
Build and execute a year-round corporate partnership strategy to secure corporate foundation grants, event sponsorships, and cause-marketing relationships.
Work across departments to coordinate and deliver marketing benefits, volunteer days, and engagement perks promised to corporate partners.
Manage ongoing relationships with corporate donors, implementing retention plans to secure consistent, long-term renewal revenue.
Accurately enter and process all donor information, gift records, interaction notes, and touchpoints into the donor database in a timely manner.
Manage donor profiles to ensure data cleanliness, updating contact details, mailing preferences, and relationship links.
Regularly update and review pipeline activity, generating database reports to help assess the status of the major gifts program and adjust fundraising strategies.
Partner with the VP of Development and other Major Gifts Officers to develop a comprehensive major gifts strategy.
Share learnings, connections, and best practices across the Development team.
Support special campaign efforts and events as needed.
Maintain regular, meaningful communication with donors and prospects.
Develop and implement personalized stewardship plans that deepen relationships and lead to renewed or increased gifts.
Coordinate with the Volunteer & Engagement Coordinator to connect donors with mission-focused engagement opportunities.
Maintain accurate, thorough, and updated records in the donor database (including contact information, correspondence, meeting notes, and gift status).
Regularly review pipeline activity and results to assess the status of the major gifts program and adjust strategies accordingly.
Participate in regular Development team meetings and planning sessions.
Assist in planning and attending special events that foster donor connections.
Serve as an ambassador for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Augusta within the community.
Stay current with trends and best practices in philanthropy and major gifts.
Perform other duties as assigned by the VP of Development.