Grants and Donor Relations Specialist

Senior Life Resources N • Richland, WA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Generational Care is seeking a Grants and Donor Relations Specialist to support our fundraising efforts through grant writing, donor stewardship, and engagement initiatives. This role plays a critical part in securing funding, maintaining strong donor relationships, and ensuring consistent, meaningful communication that supports the organization’s mission and growth. Generational Care is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals in their homes with dignity and compassionate care. Through our key programs—Home Care Services, Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels, and Healthy Ages—we provide essential support including in-home care, nutrition services, and healthy aging education. Our mission is to preserve independence and promote well-being across every generation.

Requirements

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize effectively
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating across teams
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor management systems preferred
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in communications, nonprofit management, or related field preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Previous experience in grant writing or donor relations strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

• Experience in grant writing, fundraising, or donor relations preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and donor management systems preferred

Responsibilities

• Research, write, and submit grant applications (approximately 50% of role)
• Track grant deadlines, reporting requirements, and outcomes
• Collaborate with program and finance teams to gather proposal data
• Support development of funding strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Manage donor acknowledgment and thank-you communications
• Support donor recognition and retention efforts
• Maintain accurate donor records and tracking systems
• Assist with development of donor engagement strategies
• Support fundraising campaigns and initiatives
• Assist in preparing reports and materials for donors and stakeholders
• Collaborate across the Development Team to align messaging and efforts

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• HRA with generous company reimbursement
• Paid Vacation Days
• Paid Sick Leave
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer
• Same Day Pay through TapCheck
• 8 Paid Floating Time Off Hours
• 8 Paid Employee Appreciation Day Hours

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree