Grants Manager

Employment Status: Full-Time | Exempt

About the role

Reporting to the Director of Development, the Grants Manager is a key member of The Museum’s Development team, responsible for securing funding to support annual operations and capital initiatives. This role leads grant writing and management efforts, cultivates relationships with foundations, government entities, and corporate partners, and develops strategies to identify and secure new funding opportunities. The position manages the full grant lifecycle, including research, writing, submission coordination, reporting, and collaboration with internal teams to ensure successful funding outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and funding applications, including narratives, budgets, attachments, and required documentation while ensuring compliance with funder guidelines and deadlines.
• Manage the full grant lifecycle, including prospect research, application development, submission coordination, award tracking, reporting, and stewardship.
• Develop and implement strategies to identify, cultivate, and secure funding from foundations, government agencies, and other institutional partners.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Finance and program teams, to gather information, prepare accurate budgets, and complete required grant reporting and compliance requirements.
• Maintain grant agreements, contracts, funding calendars, and deadlines to ensure timely completion of deliverables and obligations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact and editor for grant applications, reporting portals, and funder communications.
• Build and maintain strong corporate partnerships by identifying prospects, cultivating relationships, and securing support aligned with Museum priorities.
• Expand corporate and institutional funding opportunities through research, relationship management, and strategic outreach.
• Support the development and execution of strategies to sustain and grow the Museum’s foundation and corporate funding programs.
• Maintain accurate tracking of corporate, foundation, and government funders, including activity, timelines, and relationship management within ALTRU.
• Maintain accurate donor and funder records, reports, and documentation to support fundraising strategies and decision-making.
• Track grant deadlines, reporting requirements, and funding milestones to ensure timely completion and compliance.
• Maintain confidentiality of development information and demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and discretion in all donor and organizational matters.
• Provide a welcoming and informed experience for Museum visitors by maintaining knowledge of Museum programs, services, and activities.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support Development priorities and broader Museum goals.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the Development Office and overall Museum mission.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate a successful history of writing and managing foundation and government grants, both local and national, as well as major gifts, from inception to completion.
• Hold a four-year degree or relevant experience in writing, English, journalism, or a related field; a master’s degree is a plus.
• 3-5 years of experience in grant writing and persuasive communications, ideally with a nonprofit or foundation.
• Familiarity with donor stewardship and cultivation strategies.
• Strong command of grammar and syntax, with the ability to present clear, concise, and compelling proposals.
• Excellent at collaborating and communicating across functions and with employees and stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and trends within the nonprofit sector.
• Experienced in navigating national grant databases.
• Skilled at fostering and maintaining strong relationships with key leaders in donor organizations.
• Proficient in donor management software, with a preference for ALTRU.
• Strong expertise in Excel and database tools, with the ability to identify and implement efficiency improvements within the department.

Pay

Salary: $68,000 - $72,000