Foundation Partnership Grant Manager

About the role

Make a difference with us! At Alliance Defending Freedom, we believe God has brought you here for His purpose—to stand for truth and defend the God-given right to live and speak it. Together, we protect religious freedom, free speech, the sanctity of life, marriage and family, and parental rights. Review our Statement of Faith to ensure we’re a fit for you. Locations: Scottsdale, AZ / Lansdowne, VA / Dallas, TX

Team Overview As the Foundation Partnerships Grant Manager, you will report to the Director of Operations within our Development function and be responsible for end-to-end ownership of the foundation grant cycle across the organization, including full ownership of grant reporting, supervision of the grant-writing function and the Grant Writer team member, and direct management of a small portfolio of foundation relationships. This role combines strategic grant-cycle leadership with day-to-day oversight of grant proposal and reporting content to ensure that ADF's foundation partners receive timely, accurate, and compelling communication.

Responsibilities

• Grant Cycle Coordination & Management: Lead and manage all foundation and grant cycles across the organization, including shared relationships with Directors of Transformational Partnerships (DTP) and Transformational Relationship Managers (TRM). Coordinate and oversee the internal grant cycle processes, including preparation, submission, and reporting for proposals, Letters of Intent (LOIs), and reports. Review grant letters and agreements to identify restrictions, update contact information, and track deadlines.
• Grant Writing Oversight & Team Leadership: Directly supervise the Grant Writer, including assigning workload, setting priorities, and aligning writing deadlines with the master grant calendar. This also includes conducting regular one-on-ones, performance evaluations, and professional development planning for the Grant Writer. Review, edit, and approve grant proposals, letters of intent, and reports before submission, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to each foundation's guidelines.
• End-to-End Grant Reporting: Own the full grant reporting lifecycle