Fund Development Associate

About The Community Builders We envision a world with vibrant, safe and inclusive neighborhoods in which all people live in healthy homes with equitable access to resources and opportunities to pursue their dreams. The Community Builders’ mission is to build and sustain strong communities where all people can thrive. Our mission-driven businesses work with partners to develop, finance, and operate residential communities, neighborhood amenities, and opportunity programs for families, seniors, and adults with disabilities. Since 1964, we have advanced housing through award-winning affordable and mixed-income communities and our pioneering Community Life model for resident success. Today, our ownership and management portfolio includes over 15,000 apartment homes. Anchored by offices in Boston, Chicago, Columbus, New York, and Washington D.C., we operate across 15 states. About The Position The Fund Development Associate plays an important role in securing philanthropic investments that sustain and expand The Community Builders' Community Life programs and resident-centered initiatives. The position is responsible for developing compelling grant proposals, researching funding opportunities, and coordinating with regional and national teams to communicate TCB's impact to public and private funders. In addition, this position serves as the Fund Development team's lead resource for the Raiser's Edge donor database, supporting data integrity, reporting, and consistent CRM practices that strengthen fundraising operations. Responsibilities Grant Development and Writing Research, write, edit, and prepare compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and funding requests to foundations, corporations, and public funding agencies at the local, state, and national levels.Collaborate with Institutional Giving Manager, Community Life staff, and regional and corporate departments to gather program information, budgets, outcomes, and supporting materials for grant applications.Translate complex program information, resident outcomes, and organizational priorities into clear, persuasive narratives aligned with funder interests and requirements.Support the development of grant reports, renewal applications, and other funder communications that demonstrate program impact and responsible stewardship.Research prospective institutional funding opportunities and contribute to funder identification, cultivation, and stewardship strategies.Maintain and organize grant-related resources, including standard narratives, organizational information, program outcomes, and proposal materials, to support efficient and consistent grant development.Coordinate multiple grant assignments and deadlines while ensuring accuracy, compliance with funder requirements, and timely submission. CRM Management and Maintenance Serve as the Fund Development team's primary resource for day-to-day Raiser's Edge CRM management, ensuring accurate, complete, and consistent donor and fundraising records.Maintain constituent profiles, gift records, organizational affiliations, contact Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent writing and presentation skillsA disciplined record of writing on a deadline with clarity and accuracyStrong organizational skills and ability to prioritize, multitask, and be self-directedStrong interpersonal skills and ability to create and maintain positive internal and external working relationshipsHigh energy and passion for The Community Builders mission Education & Experience At least three years of relevant experienceA bachelor’s degree is requiredExperience with Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge software is a plusAbility to engage with residents, colleagues, and external stakeholders at the local, regional, state, and national levels to obtain information and support fund development strategies and activities. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance12 Paid Holidays & tenure-based PTO accrualsEmployer contributions to Health Savings AccountsCompany paid Life & Disability Insurance403(b) retirement plan with company matchTax-advantage accounts: commuter/parking, medical & dependent care FSAHospital & Critical Illness InsuranceConfidential, 24/7 Employee Assistance ProgramSalary Range: $60-65k TCB is an equal opportunity employer.