Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Postion: Manager of Grants, Fundraising, and Giving - Non-profit
Reports to: Executive Director
Status: Full Time, Exempt
Hours: Monday Friday with occasional nights and weekends required
Committees: Development, any ad hoc event committees
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
About JW House JW House keeps families together during medical crises by offering support and overnight accommodations steps away from their loved ones hospital bed. We serve families from across the Bay Area and beyondbecause when your child or loved one is in the hospital, being nearby matters. Our home-away-from-home model is made possible through the generosity of donors, corporate partners, and community volunteers.
Position Summary JW House is seeking a hands-on, strategic Fundraising Manager to lead our fundraising, donor engagement, and grant efforts. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role drives our individual giving, events, corporate partnerships, and foundation support. The ideal candidate is both a planner and a doerable to shape strategy and implement it directly, working closely with a small but committed team to build financial support for our mission.
This position collaborates across departments, supervises our Communications Specialist, and plays a central role in the overall sustainability and visibility of JW House. Were looking for someone who brings both big-picture thinking and day-to-day execution to the table.
Core Responsibilities Fundraising & Donor Relations - Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan in collaboration with the Executive Director and Communications Specialist, aligned with organizational goals and budget needs
- Manage a diverse portfolio of donors across giving levels; oversee stewardship, communication, and donor recognition
- Lead individual giving efforts, including major donor cultivation, solicitation, and acknowledgment
- Coordinate donor data and reporting within Bloomerang (or similar CRM)
- Ensure consistent tracking of donor activity, revenue, and goals
Grants & Foundation Support - Identify and pursue new grant opportunities; write and submit compelling proposals and reports
- Maintain a grants calendar and ensure timely submission and compliance with requirements
- Track outcomes and program data in coordination with other staff to support accurate grant reporting
Corporate Partnerships - Build and maintain relationships with corporate sponsors and volunteer groups
- Develop and implement strategies to deepen corporate engagement and grow workplace giving and sponsorships
- Collaborate with the House Operations Manager to align corporate volunteer visits with donor stewardship goals
Communications & Events - Provide guidance and oversight to the Communications Specialist on messaging, branding, and outreach
- Support the development of fundraising collateral, digital campaigns, and community-facing materials
- Lead fundraising and donor stewardship events, from planning through execution
- Represent JW House at community events, cultivating visibility and connections
Administration & Reporting - Attend and contribute to staff and committee meetings
- Maintain accurate records, documentation, and donor history
- Prepare development reports for the Executive Director and Board of Directors
- Stay current on fundraising trends and tools, especially within the nonprofit and healthcare hospitality space
Qualifications - 47 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, ideally in a small to mid-sized organization
- Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, grant writing, and meeting revenue goals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, self-motivated, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines
- Experience with CRM platforms (Bloomerang preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends and represent JW House in the community
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Spanish language skills a plus
Job Tags
Full time, Work at office, Night shift, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,