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Vice President, Foundation Relations

Posted 2 days ago

confidentialSan Jose (CA)

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Vice President, Foundation Relations
About the Company: Nationwide environmental conservation & restoration organization Industry Non-Profit Organization Management Type Non Profit Founded 1875 Employees 51-200 Categories Associations and Organizations Specialtiesenvironmental restoration protecting and restoring forests and inspire people to value and protect urban and wildland forests urban forestry climate change environmental justice forestry forest restoration and tree equity
About the Role: The Company is seeking a Vice President, Foundation Relations to lead its foundation fundraising strategy and drive revenue growth. Responsibilities include cultivating and securing major institutional commitments, managing relationships with foundation partners, and overseeing proposals, grant reporting, stewardship, and portfolio systems. The role will collaborate across program, finance, communications, and fundraising functions to develop fundable initiatives and coordinate funding opportunities. It will also lead, mentor, and develop the foundation relations team, strengthening its goals, processes, and accountability. Candidates should have at least 12 years of progressively responsible nonprofit fundraising experience, including seven years in foundation relations or institutional giving and five years leading teams. A record of securing multiple seven-figure commitments, achieving ambitious goals, and developing complex, multiyear funding strategies is required. Strong writing, relationship-building, project management, and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential, along with proficiency in office applications, CRM systems, and prospect research tools. A relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience is required; experience with environmental or conservation funders and collaborative grants is preferred. Hiring Manager Title Senior Vice President, Partnerships and Philanthropy FunctionsNon-Profit Management

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