Nonprofit
Grant and Foundation Revenue Opportunities Consultant
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Description
This is temporary contractor opportunity.
RISE Partnership seeks a consultant to support the development and implementation of a comprehensive foundation and grant fundraising strategy, including assessment, planning, systems development, and grant execution, aligned with RISE’s organizational priorities:
- Workforce development in partnership with responsible union employers
- Recruiting new workers, including youth, into the field of long-term care
- Career pathways for workers in long-term care (homecare aides, nursing aides, and LPNs) and workers in State service
The selected consultant will conduct a landscape review and strategic analysis of grant and foundation funding opportunities, while also supporting the development of internal capacity, systems, and tools necessary to effectively pursue and manage foundation funding.
The engagement will include both strategic planning and hands-on implementation, including prospect research, development of case materials and grant narratives, establishment of grant tracking and management systems, staff training, and support for the preparation and submission of select foundation grant proposals.
Level of Language Proficiency
English fluency required.
Location
Associated Location
How to Apply
Please request an RFP for this consulting opportunity at greg.wilde@risepartnership.com .
The ideal consultant will possess:
- Minimum 5–7 years of experience in foundation fundraising, preferably with mission-driven organizations;
- Proven track record of securing six-figure and seven-figure foundation grants;
- Demonstrated expertise in prospect research and foundation relations;
- Strong grant writing skills with experience crafting compelling narratives for complex programmatic work;
- Knowledge of healthcare, workforce development, labor, or equity/social justice sectors preferred;
- Experience building fundraising capacity and systems in growing organizations;
- Excellent communication and training skills;
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders;
- Previous experience prioritizing equity principles and commitment to pro-diversity organizational practices.
