Divisional Grants & Corporate Relations Manager

The Salvation Army USA Central Territory • Wauwatosa, WI

10d • $71,000 - $84,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Salvation Army's Wisconsin and Upper Michigan Division is seeking a Divisional Grants & Corporate Relations Manager to secure institutional funding for life-changing programs. This role combines strategic grant writing with proactive corporate relationship building and sponsorship cultivation to generate sustainable revenue for essential services such as emergency shelter, food assistance, housing support, youth development, holiday programs, and spiritual care across Wisconsin and Upper Michigan. The manager will collaborate closely with program staff, leadership, and officers to align fundraising efforts with the organization's mission. The position is based in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, and focuses on supporting programs in Milwaukee County and the broader division.

Requirements

• Direct, hands-on fundraising experience within a nonprofit, higher education, healthcare, faith-based, or similar fundraising environment.
• A minimum of five (5) years of direct fundraising experience, including significant responsibility for grant writing, grant management, corporate fundraising, sponsorship solicitation, donor cultivation, and revenue generation.
• Demonstrated track record of securing funding from foundations, corporations, government agencies, or major institutional funders.
• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, public administration, or a related field.
• Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License with clearance to drive from TSA insurance.

Nice To Haves

• CFRE (Certified Fund-Raising Executive) or equivalent professional credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research, identify, and prioritize funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and other institutional sources that align with The Salvation Army's programs in Milwaukee County.
• Write compelling Letters of Inquiry (LOIs), full grant proposals, budgets, and supporting materials that highlight program outcomes and community impact in Milwaukee County.
• Manage the full grant lifecycle, including preparation, submission, tracking, compliance, and timely reporting.
• Partner with program teams to collect statistics, success stories, client outcomes, and financial data for proposals and stewardship reports.
• Maintain an accurate grants calendar, prospect pipeline, and records in the donor database.
• Assist and consult with Officers and development staff throughout the division with grant opportunities and submissions.
• Ensure all submissions reflect The Salvation Army's values of compassion, integrity, and care.
• Build and manage a portfolio of corporate donors and prospects in the Greater Milwaukee area.
• Assist Officers and development staff with corporate partnerships throughout the division.
• Develop and pitch corporate sponsorship opportunities, cause-related marketing partnerships, employee volunteer and giving programs, matching gift campaigns, and in-kind donation requests.
• Cultivate long-term relationships with corporate leaders through meetings, site visits to Milwaukee County Salvation Army programs (e.g., shelters, food pantries, or holiday distributions), events, and personalized stewardship.
• Negotiate sponsorship agreements and partnership terms that create mutual value while advancing The Salvation Army's mission.
• Identify opportunities to engage local businesses in supporting key initiatives such as the Red Kettle Campaign, toy and coat distributions, and emergency assistance.
• Track revenue, pipeline activity, and progress toward targets; prepare regular reports for leadership.
• Work with the communications team to develop impact reports, case statements, and materials that demonstrate how funds transform lives in Milwaukee County.
• Stay informed on local funding trends, corporate social responsibility (CSR) priorities in Wisconsin, and best practices in faith-based nonprofit fundraising.
• Participate in donor cultivation events, community outreach, and occasional evening or weekend activities (including Red Kettle or holiday events) as needed.
• Accurately record all donor interactions and gifts in the CRM system.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Flexible schedules
• Casual dress environment
• Generous paid time off benefits (vacation, sick time, personal time, and 11 paid holidays)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Excellent health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• Discounts available for pet insurance, auto insurance, and home insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level