Director of Corporations and Foundations

About the role

The Director of Corporations & Foundations is a senior member of the Sun River Health Foundation, reporting to the Grants Department. This role builds and manages a robust portfolio of corporate and foundation funders to advance Sun River Health’s mission of health equity and access. It leads the private grants function while cultivating strategic corporate partnerships that generate philanthropic revenue and strengthen visibility across service regions. The Director works collaboratively with Development, Finance, and Program staff to identify funding opportunities, submit compelling proposals, and steward relationships with private and corporate foundation funders at local, regional, and national levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage a comprehensive grants calendar covering all foundation deadlines, reporting requirements, and renewal timelines.
• Write and submit high‑quality letters of inquiry, grant proposals, and reports to private foundations and corporate foundations.
• Collaborate with program and clinical staff to develop compelling funding narratives aligned with funder priorities and Sun River Health’s strategic goals.
• Track all grant activity in the donor database, maintaining accurate records of submissions, awards, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate grant reporting to maintain strong funder relationships.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit corporate sponsors and partners across Sun River Health’s service regions, including the Hudson Valley, Long Island, and New York City.
• Develop and manage corporate sponsorship packages for Foundation events, programs, and initiatives.
• Build relationships with corporate leadership, CSR officers, and community affairs teams to align giving priorities with Sun River Health’s programs.
• Represent Sun River Health at corporate networking events and community convenings to expand the organization’s philanthropic footprint.
• Serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of institutional funders, ensuring regular communication, site visits, and engagement.
• Prepare briefing materials, impact reports, and customized donor communications for foundation and corporate partners.
• Partner with the Executive Director and VP of Development to engage foundation and corporate funders in major‑gift conversations and multi‑year commitments.
• Support board members and senior leadership in cultivating institutional relationships.
• Develop and implement an annual institutional giving strategy with revenue goals and a prospecting pipeline.
• Conduct prospect research to identify new foundation and corporate funding opportunities aligned with Sun River Health’s programmatic priorities.
• Collaborate with the Events & Donor Relations team to integrate corporate partners into the Foundation’s fundraising events and recognition programs.
• Contribute to the broader Development team’s planning, reporting, and goal‑setting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in nonprofit management, public health, communications, or related field preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising, with demonstrated success in foundation grants management and corporate development.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex programmatic work into compelling funding narratives.
• Proven track record of securing six‑ and seven‑figure foundation and corporate gifts.
• Strong project‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience with donor databases and grants‑management systems.
• Commitment to health equity and the mission of Federally Qualified Health Centers.
• Preferred: Experience working in or alongside a healthcare, FQHC, or community‑health setting.
• Familiarity with private‑foundation funding landscapes relevant to health equity, workforce, and underserved populations.
• Existing relationships with funders in the Hudson Valley, Long Island, or New York City philanthropic community.
• Experience working with a nonprofit board and volunteer leadership.

Pay

Salary Range: $120,000 – $150,000 annualized

Sign‑on Bonus: $1,500

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Coverage
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Commuter and Transit Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Provider Incentive Compensation Program: Quality & Productivity
• Reimbursement of Provider Professional License, Certification, and DEA Fees

About Us

Sun River Health is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) network providing comprehensive, high‑quality primary and preventive care to patients across the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island. It serves more than 245,000 patients annually, regardless of ability to pay. Founded in the early 1970s by four African American women in Peekskill, New York, the organization opened its first site in 1975 and has grown to over 45 locations serving more than 250,000 patients. In December 2018, Sun River Health merged with Brightpoint Health, expanding its integrated medical, behavioral, and social support services.

Culture

Sun River Health fosters a culture of wellness, inclusivity, and recognition. The Workforce Wellness Program promotes staff wellness through ongoing challenges and activities, while the Planetree Recognition Awards honor innovation, leadership, and community spirit. The organization’s values of respect, integrity, and excellence guide interactions with patients and colleagues, creating a supportive and collaborative work environment where team members can thrive.

Why Join Sun River Health?

• Mission‑driven work supporting health equity and access.
• Professional growth opportunities and career advancement.