Manager of Corporate and Foundation Engagement

Title: Manager of Corporate and Foundation Engagement

Compensation: $70,000 - $75,000 Exempt, Full-time

Benefits: Vacation, Sick Leave, Holidays, Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term and Long-term Disability, and Life), Funded Retirement Plan with Match, FAMLI employee contributions fully paid by employer

Office Location: Office Locations in Boulder or Fort Collins

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9am – 5:30pm, with occasional nights and weekends

Reports to: Director of Development

How to Apply

Send a resume and cover letter to ***email_hidden*** with “ Manager of Corporate and Foundation Engagement” in the subject line. Applications are due by July 22.

Our Mission

Rocky Mountain Equality works collaboratively to create connection and provide advocacy,

education, research, cultural events, and responsive programs and services that ensure

LGBTQ+ people, families, and communities thrive.

Description of the Work

The Manager of Corporate and Foundation Support leads the growth and success of our institutional fundraising solicitation efforts. This role focuses on relationship-building, solicitation, and stewardship, securing sponsorships and major gifts from corporations and foundations, aligning fundraising strategies with organizational goals, and strengthening donor relationships to support the long-term financial sustainability of Rocky Mountain Equality.

This position reports to and collaborates closely with the Director of Development, planning and executing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor pipelines, and strengthening long-term corporate and foundation philanthropic support. It demands thoughtful engagement, driven initiative, accurate reporting, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

Essential Functions

Fundraising Strategy and Execution

• Work with the Director of Development to build and implement a comprehensive fundraising solicitation strategy and sponsorship program focused on corporate and foundation revenue goals.
• Identify potential institutional donors, set fundraising short and long-term goals in collaboration with executive leadership and the finance department, create targeted solicitation plans, and execute on action plans.

Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate and foundation contacts; understanding of moves management and stewardship.
• Cultivate and nurture new and existing corporate sponsor relationships for special events, general programs, and long-term engagement.
• Foster a pipeline of new donor opportunities and cultivate current partnerships for continued support.
• Develop meaningful relationships with corporate employee resource groups and coordinate activities and initiatives to promote engagement.

Proposal Development

• Coordinate with the communications team as needed to produce and update relevant and informative fundraising literature for distribution to donors and the public.
• Collaborate with program staff to translate organizational initiatives into compelling narratives and fundable projects.
• Prospect new corporate and foundation grant opportunities; craft compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and other materials that clearly communicate mission, impact, and funding needs.
• Manage the grant pipeline, working with the grant team to ensure deadlines are met and grant data is reported into Salesforce

Community Engagement and Representation

• Serve as an ambassador and represent the organization at community and donor events, including Chamber of Commerce meetings, corporate business meetings, faith community gatherings, and stakeholder events, clearly conveying Rocky Mountain Equality’s mission, vision, and impact.

Special Events and Third-Party Fundraising

• Develop a strategy and oversee the execution of third-party fundraising initiatives supporting general programs and organizational growth.
• Manage sponsor deliverables for RMEQ events, ensuring all stated benefits are provided before, during, and after the event.

Collaboration and Leadership

• Partner with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment in organizational priorities, program needs, and strategic goals
• Lead and participate in team planning meetings, brainstorming sessions, and cross-departmental collaborations

Reporting and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all grant and funding requirements, including timely donor communications, reporting on the impact of gifts, and meaningful recognition of contributions.
• Track and report on grant activity, submissions, and outcomes; provide regular updates and insights to internal stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to funding activities and donor interactions.

Other Duties as Assigned

• Support the organization’s evolving needs with flexibility, initiative, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Passionate about the mission of Rocky Mountain Equality and the larger LGBTQ+ movement.
• 4+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with demonstrated success in securing corporate and foundation gifts and/or managing donor relationships.
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills with a donor-centered approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Ability to manage a portfolio independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and Google Workplace.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and moves management.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends for events and donor engagement.
• This position requires work at a computer for three hours a day or more and the ability to refocus following numerous interruptions throughout the day.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Preferred

• Familiarity with Colorado’s philanthropic and corporate landscape, especially with regards to pro-LGBTQ+ corporations and foundations.
• Experience working with both individual and corporate donors.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Political Science, Business, Communications, Arts Administration, Nonprofit Management) or equivalent work experience.

Rocky Mountain Equality is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.