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The Director of Foundation Relations is a strategic leader on College Track's Philanthropy team, responsible for cultivating the foundation partnerships that fuel our 10-year commitment to first-generation college students. This role blends relationship-building with big-picture thinking, working closely with senior leadership to grow revenue, deepen funder engagement, and expand our national impact.
Job Responsibility:
Own and drive the strategic growth and long-term financial sustainability of foundation giving in partnership with the VP of Institutional Philanthropy, by developing and implementing a comprehensive plan
Initiate, cultivate, manage, and steward relationships with a portfolio of 75-90 foundation partners, targeting funders with the capacity to make six-figure+ gifts
Develop high-level concepts and compelling cases for support tailored to foundation priorities and College Track's strategic goals, in partnership with stakeholders
Lead segmentation of the foundation portfolio across prospecting, cultivation, and stewardship tiers to maximize engagement and revenue potential
Identify new opportunities for foundation relationships aligned with College Track's programmatic priorities and geographic footprint
Identify and pursue public funding opportunities aligned with College Track's programmatic priorities and capacity for compliance
Set and track revenue goals for foundation giving, maintaining accountability for pipeline health and annual targets
Partner with the Program Evaluation and Research (PEAR) team to leverage impact data and outcomes storytelling in funder communications
Collaborate with the Education Division to surface program insights that strengthen funder conversations and proposal narratives
Work with Executive Site Directors to coordinate funder engagement across College Track's 13 sites and four key geographic markets
In collaboration with the Grants and Impact Project Manager, grants consultant, and Finance team, oversee the development and submission of concept papers, solicitation letters, proposals, budgets, and reports
Work with the VP of Philanthropic Operations to ensure grant compliance for restricted funding.
Requirements:
7+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a focus on foundation relations
4 year college degree
Proven success cultivating and closing six-figure foundation gifts
Strategic thinker with experience developing funder engagement strategies that align with organizational growth goals
Track record of leading cross-functional initiatives to drive fundraising outcomes
Strong analytical skills and comfort using data to inform portfolio strategy and decision-making
Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills
Physical Requirements: sedentary work that primarily involves sitting, standing, typing on a keyboard, manipulating a mouse to use a computer's operating system/internet. Ability to move around an office environment and communicate with stakeholders (conveying and receiving information).
What we offer:
College Track provides access to extensive benefits centered around three core areas of wellness: health care, work-life balance, and financial security
up to 23 discretionary time off days (Sick and Vacation) in addition to 23 paid office closures and holidays in your first year of employment.