Corporate Giving and Foundation Manager

Metro National Corporation•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Corporate Giving and Foundation Manager leads MetroNational’s corporate philanthropy and Foundation giving activities, advancing the organization’s community engagement. The role develops and manages philanthropic initiatives, fundraising efforts, sponsorship programs, community partnerships, volunteer engagement, grant processes, charitable giving strategies, and employee matching-donation support. The Manager serves as an ambassador for MetroNational’s philanthropic work and builds relationships with donors, sponsors, nonprofit organizations, schools, civic partners, corporate tenants, grant recipients, community partners, and community leaders. The role collaborates across departments to align giving initiatives with MetroNational’s vision and values, increase community impact, strengthen stakeholder relationships, manage donation inquiries, and execute Foundation programs and events. The position administers grant and matching-gift processes, donor relations, Foundation records and CRM, financial administration, reporting, and logistical support for community and Foundation events. It coordinates with internal teams and the Senior Event Planner, and supports communications and process improvements. The role is based in an office environment and requires attendance at engagements and events throughout the Houston area; occasional evening and weekend work and lifting event materials up to 25 pounds may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Community Development, or a related field.
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in philanthropy, fundraising, sponsorship development, community relations, corporate social responsibility, or a related field.
Nonprofit experience and a strong understanding of nonprofit rules and requirements, particularly those related to foundation compliance, grants, donations, sponsorships, and volunteers.
Experience managing fundraising campaigns, sponsorship programs, charitable initiatives, community events, or grant programs.
Demonstrated success developing and maintaining relationships with donors, sponsors, community organizations, and key stakeholders.
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with executive leadership, donors, community partners, and volunteers.
Strong organizational, project management, and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends in support of Foundation events and community activities.
Ability to attend community meetings, fundraising events, volunteer activities, and partner engagements throughout the Houston area.
Sufficient personal mobility and physical dexterity to function in an office environment and perform duties associated with fundraising, community engagement, and event management.
Ability to lift and transport event materials weighing up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with donor management, CRM, or fundraising platforms.
A natural connector and relationship builder with a passion for community engagement and philanthropy.
A creative, strategic, and forward-thinking approach to community impact and fundraising.

Responsibilities

Administer the Foundation’s grant process in accordance with the Foundation Board’s direction and priorities, including applications, documentation, approvals, funding, communications, and reporting.
Maintain accurate Foundation records and complete administrative requirements on time.
Prepare Board reports, presentations, budgets, updates, and other materials.
Manage Foundation financial administration in coordination with Intuit/QuickBooks and appropriate internal teams.
Administer corporate matching-gift and donation programs, processing requests, coordinating approvals, communicating with recipients, and ensuring timely fund distribution.
Manage donor follow-up and charitable donation documentation, including tax receipts and required correspondence.
Serve as a primary contact for donors, grantees, sponsors, Foundation Board members, matching-gift recipients, nonprofit partners, and internal stakeholders.
Coordinate sponsorship commitments, recognition, communications, and follow-up with sponsors.
Communicate consistently and professionally throughout donation, grant, sponsorship, and matching-gift processes.
Maintain and improve the Foundation CRM, including donor and contact information, relationships, communication preferences, and engagement history.
Review and mine the CRM to verify contact information and identify effective ways to communicate with donors and stakeholders.
Maintain records related to donors, grants, sponsors, matching gifts, community partnerships, and Foundation activities.
Provide administrative and logistical support for community service events and initiatives, including communications, coordination, check-in, materials, and follow-up.
Support Foundation-sponsored events without serving as the primary event coordinator or event manager.
Partner with the Senior Event Planner to ensure Foundation events support Foundation objectives and fundraising goals.
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to promote Foundation activities through appropriate channels.
Coordinate with supervisors and internal teams to complete Foundation activities, communications, payments, documentation, and reporting accurately and on schedule.
Track outstanding activities, commitments, payments, reports, and follow-up items.
Prepare presentations and supporting materials for donors, sponsors, grantees, Board members, and internal stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to improve Foundation processes, communications, recordkeeping, and administrative efficiency.