Foundation Director jobs in the United States

Foundation Director directs the execution of the vision, strategic planning, financial management, fundraising, and grantmaking operations that support the overall objectives of a foundation. Defines the goals and tactics for fundraising campaigns and program initiatives. Being a Foundation Director represents the foundation to the public and media to communicate its mission, values, and accomplishments. Maintains positive relationships with foundation stakeholders, including the board of directors, grantees, community leaders, donors, and prospective donors. Additionally, Foundation Director oversees grantmaking operations, including developing grant guidelines, reviewing grant applications, and managing the grant evaluation process. Manages foundation programs and initiatives that align with the foundation's mission and values. Implements systems for monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the foundation's grantmaking and programs. Ensures all foundation activities comply with applicable laws, reporting requirements, and regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. The Foundation Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Foundation Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Director, Research & Training Division and AAAIF Foundation, AAAAI
  • Executive Director, Inc.
  • Milwaukee, WI FULL_TIME
  • Director, Research & Training Division and AAAAI Foundation

    ASSOCIATION: American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI)
    REPORTS TO: Executive Director
    DIRECT REPORTS: Development Manager, Program Manager (2)
    STATUS: Exempt (Minimum of 37.5 hours per week)

    GENERAL SUMMARY
    Working with a team of staff and volunteers, provide leadership and strategic oversight to the AAAAI programs related to Allergy/Immunology (A/I) research, training future allergist/immunologists and supporting academic A/I programs. This is accomplished by supporting the Research &Training Division of the AAAAI Board of Directors and AAAAI Foundation.

    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (Minimum of 37.5 hours per week):
    • Serve as liaison to the Research & Training Division of the AAAAI Board of Directors and the AAAAI Foundation, assisting in the identification of and directing staff functions to ensure achievement of Division and Foundation goals and objectives, evaluate program outcomes and providing direct administrative support with regard to meetings, conference calls, minutes, and reports to the Board.
    • Develop, oversee and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan with AAAAI Foundation volunteer leadership and staff. This includes special events, identification of donors and maintain excellent donor stewardship processes
    • Prepare annual proposed budgets as required, project and sponsorship proposals and retain budgetary responsibility for their implementation and completion.
    • Provide direction and leadership of directly supervised team members, including performance evaluations of with rewards and disciplinary actions as needed.
    • Attend all AAAAI Executive Committee conference calls, all meetings of the AAAAI Board of Directors and facilitate reports for these meetings as needed.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    AMOUNT OF TRAVEL REQUIRED
    Approximately 3-4 weeks per year, occasional evening and weekend work required. Attendance at the Annual Meeting is required for this position. Exceptions are made due to physician-approved circumstances, based on AAAAI/EDI policy or supervisor discretion.

    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
    • Experience in association/foundation governance, corporate funding, grant writing and special event managment.
    • Knowledge of fundraising best practices, proven success in donor stewardship, retention and donor data analysis.
    • Very strong interpersonal skills, management skills, public speaking and presentation skills, organizational skills.
    • Proficiency in Excel and knowledge of donor database structures a plus.
    • Bachelor’s degree required.

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
    • Minimal lifting required.
     
    *This position is located in downtown Milwaukee, WI and a minimum of two days onsite in the office (including Wednesday as an all-staff-in-office day) are a requirement of the role.
     
    *Please apply to the role that best aligns to your experience and qualifications.  We’ll discuss your interests and possible opportunities during an initial phone interview. (No need to apply to multiple opportunities.)

  • 30 Days Ago

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Director of Development - Foundation Relations
  • Iowa State University Foundation
  • Ames, IA FULL_TIME
  • As a member of the foundation relations team, you will help secure support from external organizations in the form of private grants and philanthropic gifts, with a focus on charitable foundations inc...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations
  • USNA Alumni Association & Foundation
  • Annapolis, MD FULL_TIME
  • The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association and Foundation in Annapolis, Maryland is looking to hire a full-time Director, Corporate and Foundation Relations to join the Donor Engagement & Stra...
  • 15 Days Ago

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Director, Corporate & Foundation Partnerships
  • Making Waves Foundation
  • Richmond, CA FULL_TIME
  • DIRECTOR, CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION PARTNERSHIPS ABOUT THE POSITION Our Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships will play an important role building external partnerships that position Making W...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships
  • Making Waves Education Foundation
  • Richmond, CA FULL_TIME
  • DIRECTOR, CORPORATE AND FOUNDATION PARTNERSHIPS ABOUT THE POSITION Our Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships will play an important role building external partnerships that position Making W...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Director of Development - Foundation Relations
  • Iowa State University Foundation Careers
  • Ames, IA FULL_TIME
  • As a member of the foundation relations team, you will help secure support from external organizations in the form of private grants and philanthropic gifts, with a focus on charitable foundations inc...
  • 14 Days Ago

Income Estimation for Foundation Director jobs
$156,898 to $228,420

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