Philanthropy Manager
Benefits Data TrustAbout the role
Philanthropy Manager
Benefits Data Trust (BDT) seeks a Philanthropy Manager to play a leading role in identifying, cultivating, and soliciting 5-7 figure philanthropic investments from foundations and other grant makers. The Philanthropy Manager will partner closely with the rest of the Philanthropy Team to build strong relationships with funders in BDT’s regional markets and nationally. The ideal candidate is an experienced fundraising or revenue professional passionate about helping low- and vulnerable-income families access the benefits they are likely eligible for in a dignified and humanity-focused way. This role is an exciting opportunity for a skilled relationship builder and authentic communicator who is energized by designing and engaging funding partnerships both easily seen and not seen and understands the potential that strong funding relationships can have in bringing about true and sustained social progress and positive change.
The Philanthropy Manager reports to the Senior Philanthropy Manager. BDT is a remote-first organization. Employees may work remotely and/or from BDT's Philadelphia office.
Responsibilities:
- Identify and cultivate relationships with new potential funders, with a focus on regional funders in the states where BDT provides direct service
- Manage a dynamic, active prospect portfolio valued at $1,000,000 of asks
- Serve as an internal advocate for funders and funding opportunities, and liaise and coordinate closely with program delivery teams to create exciting and synergistic funding scopes for funders in your portfolio
- Partner closely with our Philanthropy Manager - Proposals and Reports, to craft and deliver compelling proposals to funders in your portfolio
- Work in tandem and in support of the Senior Philanthropy Manager to be a representative of BDT in local markets at conferences, events, and other impact convenings to identify and build relationships with potential funders
- Work closely with team members to ensure smooth stewardship and renewal of funding relationships
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