Foundation Relations Specialist

Upbring•Austin, TX

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Upbring, our team is united by a shared mission: to break the cycle of child abuse and advance the wellbeing of children, families and communities, empowering them to thrive. As servant-leaders, we lead by example, working passionately to create a brighter future for those we serve. Every day, we strive to embody our core values: We are Warriors: Fierce, resilient, and courageous, we face challenges head-on with unwavering loyalty and passion. We are Servants: We dedicate ourselves to serving others, empowering those around us to thrive. We are Family: We work together as a supportive, caring community, creating a sense of belonging and strength. Joining Upbring means becoming part of a family of passionate individuals who are fearless in their pursuit of lasting change. Together, we are making a difference, one life at a time. Your Mission in Action The Foundation Relations Specialist builds and manages relationships with family, professional, and corporate foundations to secure funding for the Agency's programs. Responsibilities include identifying potential funders, developing fundraising strategies, submitting proposals, and managing foundation stewardship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing, Public Administration, Political Science, Journalism, or closely related field
Three (3) years of experience in fundraising in non-profit or church settings
Three (3) years of experience in roles that require strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Nonprofit Management or Public Administrations
Five (5) years of experience in fundraising in non-profit or church settings
Demonstrated experience in successfully obtaining foundation grants and maintaining foundation relationships
Proficiency with relational database Raiser’s Edge
Proficiency with utilizing Foundation Directory Online to conduct prospect research

Responsibilities

In collaboration with the Grants & Funding Opportunities Manager and the Vice President of Development Operations, work to plan, organize, and execute a comprehensive fundraising program to acquire funding from foundations and granting agencies to meet Agency and program fundraising goals and objectives
Lead and direct the management of the foundation and granting entity portfolio to ensure effective cultivation and solicitation throughout the year, including regular communication and visits (either virtual or in-person) with foundation partners
Research, identify, qualify, and write proposals to fund the Agency’s mission, existing programs, new programs, and program expansion; write proposals for both restricted and unrestricted funds for program operations and program expansion
Develop a strategy of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship for each existing, new, and prospective foundations
Coordinate and attend foundation site visits and other cultivation or stewardship events and meetings; coordinate and participate in tours of program sites with existing or prospective foundation and granting entity donors
Other duties and projects as assigned