Grant & Corporate Giving Manager

HUMANE SOCIETY OF POMONA VALLEY INC•Pomona, CA

3d•$78,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Grant and Corporate Giving Manager identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards foundation and corporate funding opportunities that support the missions and programs of Inland Valley Humane Society & S.P.C.A. and San Gabriel Valley Humane Society. The Manager independently oversees grant development, proposal preparation, corporate giving relationships, funding documentation, and required reporting. In collaboration with the Director of Development, Finance, and program leadership, the position supports an annual institutional and corporate fundraising goal of less than $500,000. The role develops and implements strategies to grow institutional giving and corporate partnerships, researches and pursues funding opportunities, prepares grant applications and budgets, and manages reporting and award requirements. It also builds and maintains relationships with businesses, sponsors, foundations, and other institutional funders, and develops partnership opportunities aligned with organizational programs and mission. Work is primarily performed in a professional office environment within an animal shelter facility. The role involves regular computer use and communication, occasional movement throughout the facility, and possible exposure to animal fur, dander, odors, and typical shelter conditions. The employee may encounter dogs, cats, and other animals of varying sizes, temperaments, and medical status. Occasional local travel and fundraising event attendance may be required. The position generally follows a full-time schedule, with occasional evening or weekend commitments based on organizational and fundraising needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business administration, public administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience may be considered.
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit fundraising, grant development, institutional giving, or corporate partnerships.
Demonstrated success researching, preparing, submitting, and securing competitive foundation or corporate grants, including substantial funding awards.
Experience cultivating and maintaining relationships with corporate donors, foundations, and community partners.
Strong grant writing, research, budgeting, project management, and professional communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and donor management or fundraising CRM systems.
Ability to independently manage competing deadlines and maintain accurate, confidential fundraising records.
Customer-centric, open-minded approach to engaging with adopters, partners, visitors, volunteers, and colleagues; familiarity and comfort with an open adoption process.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with people from different backgrounds, handle sensitive and confidential situations, and collaborate as a team member.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, stay organized while managing competing tasks, and manage multiple projects independently.
High proficiency with computers, including shelter management software.
Ability to work a varied schedule, including weekends and evenings, as required.
Excellent communication skills for developing healthy relationships with staff, volunteers, and donors.
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, and Excel).
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Experience in animal welfare, veterinary services, community-based nonprofits, or a related mission-driven organization.
Experience using Virtuous or a comparable fundraising database.
Familiarity with restricted grant funding, grant reporting, and corporate sponsorship agreements.
CFRE or GPC certification.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement an annual institutional giving and corporate partnership strategy focused on revenue growth through foundation grants, corporate contributions, and partnerships.
Collaborate with the Director of Development and executive leadership to establish funding priorities, annual revenue goals, and strategies for cultivating corporate support.
Identify opportunities to expand philanthropic and corporate funding for animal welfare, veterinary care, shelter operations, foster programs, community outreach, and special projects.
Identify and evaluate new private foundations and corporate grant opportunities.
Write letters of inquiry, grant proposals, applications, and supporting materials for funding opportunities.
Develop grant budgets and support financial documentation in collaboration with the finance team.
Prepare timely grant reports demonstrating program outcomes, responsible use of funds, and the impact of donor investments.
Track grant awards, payment schedules, restrictions, and reporting deadlines.
Develop and manage a portfolio of corporate partners, business sponsors, foundations, and institutional funders.
Proactively identify, cultivate, solicit, and secure corporate contributions and long-term business partnerships.
Build relationships with local, regional, and national businesses to generate financial support and ongoing organizational investment.
Develop customized corporate partnership proposals and giving opportunities aligned with IVHS and SGVHS programs and mission.
Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to create fundraising materials and communicate the impact of corporate support.
Perform other duties as assigned.