Grants and Annual Fund Coordinator - Anti-Hunger Network

About the Montco Anti-Hunger Network

The Montco Anti-Hunger Network (MAHN) supports innovation, and works to reduce hunger. Serving as a backbone organization addressing food insecurity in Montgomery County, Montco Anti-Hunger Network is a rapidly growing network consisting of 70+ food pantries, food banks and free meal providers. Montco Anti-Hunger Network serves as a thought leader – supporting policy advocacy locally and nationally on food security, and providing emergency food to over 73,000 individuals. An innovative and growing organization – MAHN provides 800,000+ lbs of food a year, having increased emergency food distribution by 100.86% in the past year. MAHN also distributes annual grants to support food purchasing and innovation to food pantries.

Grants and Annual Fund Coordinator

Montco Anti-Hunger Network is seeking a highly-motivated individual to serve as our Grant Writer to support our institutional giving program. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who wants to make a real impact on hunger and food justice.

The Grants and Annual Fund Coordinator, is responsible for writing grants, supporting the annual fund and executing strategies to secure donations from local, regional and national foundations, individuals and corporations to the Montco Anti-Hunger Network. This position requires an applicant with strong interpersonal skills and an advanced command of writing

This position works as a member of a team responsible for every aspect of giving, including organization and implementation of the Annual End of Year appeal. The organization functions on a collaborative, donor-centered model devoted to growth and donor relations. Core duties and responsibilities include the following:

1. Manages a portfolio of 100 - 150 donors and prospects.

Responsible for minimum annual fundraising goal for the current fiscal year as specified in performance standards, including both renewable gifts and new incremental revenue

1. Supports creation of annual development strategy and plan.

1. Implements programs/activities to identify, cultivate, and steward local, regional and national foundations, corporations and individuals.
2. Is proficient at clearly articulating Montco Anti-Hunger Network programs, listening to donors’ needs and aligning programs to their interests thus helping corporate and foundation donors strengthen their brand, marketing and employee engagements.
3. Develops and executes ongoing strategy for qualifying suspects and moving them to prospect status using tools such as small cultivation events, research, and community networking.
4. Responsible for preparation of customized materials when needed.
5. Works collaboratively with other departments to create customized solicitation strategies matching the objectives of the organization and interests of the donor/prospect.
6. Updates donor records in database following donor contacts, and gifts.
7. Sends timely thank you letters to donor, supporting best practices in donor stewardship.

1. Assists in other philanthropy projects as assigned.
2. Carries out any additional assignments required to fulfill the Mission of the Montco Anti-Hunger Network.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Reaches and exceeds annual revenue goals

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree is highly desirable.

Experience: 0-5 years fundraising or major gifts experience. Corporate and/or Business-to-Business sales leadership experience may be substituted for fundraising experience. Significant expertise with the area’s funding community highly desirable. Progressive experience in successful development programs and knowledge of “best practices” in development.

Skills and Abilities: Ability to relate well and work effectively with multiple constituencies and audiences. Excellent verbal and written skills, including strict attention to detail. Strong multi-tasking and problem-solving skills. A team player committed to developing and working within a collaborative environment and to ensuring the highest customer service orientation. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and perform under tight deadlines.

Working Conditions:

This position is currently remote, with in-person duties included at times. Ability to lift 35 pounds. Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5 p.m. Occasional weekends and evenings as necessary. Local travel by automobile required.

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary for this position is currently set from $45,000 - $50,000 and to promote fairness and transparency is not negotiable beyond this range. Position includes health, dental and vision insurance as well as generous benefits.

Professional Development:

Montco Anti-Hunger Network offers generous professional development benefits, and opportunities for staff to expand professional expertise.

Additional Information:

Position is full-time, exempt. To apply, submit resume to Idealist.

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