Philanthropy and Grants Coordinator

LEGACY TREATMENT SERVICES GROUP•Evesham Township, NJ

2d•$40,000 - $50,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Philanthropy and Grants Coordinator is responsible for managing various development functions as well as managing and executing the submission of grant applications. Working with a small team of colleagues, this individual will enjoy a variety of work assignments that include research and writing, creative marketing projects, engagement with donors and clients, and participation in a multitude of networking activities as well as dynamic fundraising events. Exciting opportunity to engage in a variety of advancement projects with a fun and friendly team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Development, primary position responsibilities include: Participate in community networking events that provide opportunities to identify and cultivate prospects. Assist the Foundation team as needed with events, collection drives and public opportunities. Assist the Foundation team with determining volunteer opportunities for potential corporate volunteer groups and help schedule opportunities. This would include the Financial Literacy speaker series for Generations Family Success Center and groups within the Mary A. Dobbins School. Assist the Foundation team in social media and publications with opportunities to lead creative projects, which could include photography and videography. Serve as a primary administrator of the Foundation database (DonorPerfect), providing inputs, reporting and assuring maximization of use. Manage and execute strategies for grant identification, grant writing and management, as well as prospect research to identify and cultivate new sources of funding. Work with the Foundation team to build on the department’s grant application schedule with goal numbers of applications monthly to be set collaboratively. Establish standards and deadlines for proposals. Assume primary responsibility for foundation and corporation cultivation, stewardship and retention as related to the grant making process. Manage the preparation and submission of proposals and reports in a timely fashion, ensuring completeness with enough lead time for other staff to contribute to the proposal, including program staff, Finance and Senior Management. Lead the planning and strategy for grant donor visits and other targeted contacts with appropriate prospects and contacts. Maintain a system of communications and files for all grant prospects, applications and reports. Contribute to the growth of the Foundation’s annual appeal. Fluency in Microsoft Office and Adobe products, with a basic knowledge of Canva and Constant Contact a plus. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Cognitive, verbal, and manual skills necessary. Hearing and visual acuity necessary; corrective devices are acceptable. Must be able to stand, crouch, kneel, lift and carry a minimum of fifty pounds, and be able to participate in the set-up, running of, and breakdown of special events. Growth mindset and desire to learn in a dynamic and supportive environment for which opportunities will be provided. Must be able to work under required deadlines, while being flexible to handle special requests, projects, and professionally handle stressful situations. Maintain the highest level of professionalism in the delivery of services, building of relationships, collaboration with co-workers, and representation of The Legacy Foundation/Legacy Treatment Services within the organization and the community. Hours: 9-5 daily with flexibility if you are attending an after hours event A few weekend days per year for special events Team is usually in the office 4 days per week with 1 remote day Some travel in the region to meetings and activities Position is full time and includes the following: Opportunities to work remotely 1 day per week 3.2 weeks of Paid Time Off during the first year Medical, vision, dental and life insurance 9 Agency-paid holidays 403(b) employee participation and match.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience in donor relations/stewardship/nonprofit/grant writing.
Excellent grammar, writing and communication skills.
Ability to work well within a small team.
Fluency in Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
Basic knowledge of Canva and Constant Contact a plus.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Cognitive, verbal, and manual skills necessary.
Hearing and visual acuity necessary; corrective devices are acceptable.
Must be able to stand, crouch, kneel, lift and carry a minimum of fifty pounds, and be able to participate in the set-up, running of, and breakdown of special events.
Growth mindset and desire to learn in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Must be able to work under required deadlines, while being flexible to handle special requests, projects, and professionally handle stressful situations.
Maintain the highest level of professionalism in the delivery of services, building of relationships, collaboration with co-workers, and representation of The Legacy Foundation/Legacy Treatment Services within the organization and the community.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of Canva and Constant Contact

Responsibilities

Participate in community networking events that provide opportunities to identify and cultivate prospects.
Assist the Foundation team as needed with events, collection drives and public opportunities.
Assist the Foundation team with determining volunteer opportunities for potential corporate volunteer groups and help schedule opportunities.
Assist the Foundation team in social media and publications with opportunities to lead creative projects, which could include photography and videography.
Serve as a primary administrator of the Foundation database (DonorPerfect), providing inputs, reporting and assuring maximization of use.
Manage and execute strategies for grant identification, grant writing and management, as well as prospect research to identify and cultivate new sources of funding.
Work with the Foundation team to build on the department’s grant application schedule with goal numbers of applications monthly to be set collaboratively.
Establish standards and deadlines for proposals.
Assume primary responsibility for foundation and corporation cultivation, stewardship and retention as related to the grant making process.
Manage the preparation and submission of proposals and reports in a timely fashion, ensuring completeness with enough lead time for other staff to contribute to the proposal, including program staff, Finance and Senior Management.
Lead the planning and strategy for grant donor visits and other targeted contacts with appropriate prospects and contacts.
Maintain a system of communications and files for all grant prospects, applications and reports.
Contribute to the growth of the Foundation’s annual appeal.