Corporate & Foundation Relations Officer (Development)

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by hand club for kidsChicago (IL)

Fundraising Managers Civic and Social Organizations

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$90,000 per year

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About the role

About By The Hand By The Hand Club For Kids is a Christian, after-school program that emphasizes academic excellence while nurturing the whole child—mind, body and soul. Located in Chicago’s most under-resourced neighborhoods, By The Hand helps children experience abundant life. About the Position Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Strategic Engagement, the Corporate & Foundation Relations Officer drives By The Hand’s corporate and foundation fundraising efforts by managing a portfolio of major corporate and foundation relationships. This high-impact role develops and executes strategies to cultivate new funding partnerships, maximize current opportunities and expand By The Hand’s grant footprint toward an overall fundraising goal exceeding $18 million. The CF Officer manages the full fundraising cycle, from prospect identification and cultivation through solicitation, reporting and stewardship. This role works closely with the Grants Manager, Volunteer Development team and broader Fund Development team to strengthen relationships and secure funding for By The Hand’s mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute corporate and foundation fundraising strategies
Manage a portfolio of corporate and foundation relationships
Identify and cultivate new funding opportunities
Research prospective corporate and foundation funders
Develop and submit high-quality grant proposals
Partner with the Grants Manager on compliance and stewardship
Support corporate sponsorships and partner engagement
Track portfolio activity, progress and fundraising goals
Maintain accurate records in the donor database
Build relationships through networking and community events
Collaborate across the Fund Development team to maximize opportunities

Qualifications:

Christ-centered servant leader who models Biblical principles
Passion for urban student transformation and By The Hand’s mission
Demonstrated ability to generate seven-figure annual revenue from foundations and corporations
Successful track record identifying and securing new corporate and foundation funders
Strong relationship-building, communication and problem-solving skills
Strategic, results-oriented and highly organized
Ability to work independently and collaborativelyB.A. or B.S. in nonprofit, marketing, communications, business, education or a related field
At least 5 years of corporate and foundation fundraising experience preferred
Experience with databases, research tools, Microsoft Office, Ninety and Google Workspace
Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and personal auto insurance

Compensation $90,000–$100,000 per year Location Chicago, IL | Full-time | On-site By The Hand Club For Kids is an equal opportunity employer. As a ministry, By The Hand is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees or prospective employees on the basis of religion in its screening and selection process.

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