Grants & Development Manager – Non-Profit | Remote (U.S.)

Salary Range: $70,000 – $85,000

About the Role

We are seeking a mission-driven Grants & Development Manager to lead fundraising efforts for a growing national nonprofit organization. This is a highly autonomous role responsible for building a development program from the ground up, including grant strategy, donor cultivation, corporate partnerships, and event fundraising.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer and relationship builder who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment and is excited about creating systems, momentum, and long-term sustainability where no existing donor pool currently exists.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive national fundraising strategy
• Research, write, and submit foundation, corporate, state, and federal grant proposals
• Manage all aspects of the grant lifecycle, including reporting, compliance, and impact tracking
• Build and cultivate a new donor base and corporate sponsorship pipeline
• Support and grow fundraising initiatives and signature events
• Partner closely with executive leadership on development strategy and stewardship
• Activate and support an Ambassador fundraising program
• Maintain accurate fundraising pipelines, dashboards, and performance reports
• Steward donor relationships through renewals, communications, and major gift cultivation

What Makes This Role Challenging & Exciting

• Building fundraising infrastructure from scratch
• High level of independence with minimal hand-holding
• Opportunity to shape strategy and create lasting national impact
• Requires strong self-direction, organization, and accountability

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 3–5+ years of fundraising or grants experience
• Demonstrated success in grant research, writing, and management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and autonomously
• Experience developing donor relationships and fundraising strategy

Preferred but not required:

• Nonprofit sector experience
• Experience building development programs from the ground up
• Familiarity with grant research tools (e.g., GrantWatch or similar)
• Stable work history with progressive responsibility

Benefits

• Individual health benefits 100% employer paid
• Flexible work schedule
• Opportunity to contribute directly to a life-changing mission
• Travel to meaningful national events