Director of Institutional Giving

Director of Institutional Giving

Treehouse Foundation, a Massachusetts based nonprofit with national recognition for its innovative, intergenerational community living model that addresses child welfare, loneliness in aging populations, and affordable housing, is seeking a full-time Senior Director of Institutional Giving to lead and expand a portfolio of institutional funders and secure support for Treehouse’s programmatic work and capital expansion projects.

This is a benefits eligible, full-time non-exempt hybrid position that will require 40 hours of work per week during normal business hours, Monday to Friday. The salary range for this position is $100,000 to 115,000, commensurate with experience.

ABOUT TREEHOUSE FOUNDATION

Our vision: Every child rooted in family and community. For 20 years Treehouse has worked to transform child welfare. Treehouse is an award-winning, fast-growing nonprofit focused on supporting drive innovation at the local, state, and national levels to create better lives for children and youth who have lived in foster care.

With Treehouse Foundation's nationally recognized intergenerational community living model, three generations thrive in one intentionally designed neighborhood, supporting each other as community members with the help of on-site staff, programs and services. Our first neighborhood opened in Easthampton, MA in 2006. Treehouse at Olmsted Village in Mattapan, Boston will welcome members in 2028. A third community is being planned for Worcester, MA while national expansion planning to six sites by 2030 are underway.

THE ROLE

The Director of Institutional Giving is responsible for driving revenue generation through foundation and public funding sources to support Treehouse’s mission. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Director will be responsible for both building and maintaining relationships with existing funders, as well as helping develop a robust pipeline of new institutional funders to support the organization’s ambitious growth plans.

The Director will oversee the prospecting and timely submission of grant opportunities and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in grant writing and relationship management; pipeline development and research, and have a history of success in winning large state and federal awards.

Location: Hybrid remote, preference for candidates within a commutable radius of Western Massachusetts.

Travel: Travel will be required to meet with foundation and corporate executives across New England.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Program Management and Growth

• Work with the CEO and Chief Development Officer to set annual fundraising goals and measure progress against key performance indicators.
• Build and maintain comprehensive systems for tracking deadlines, calendars, and reporting structures to ensure compliance and timely submissions.
• Stay informed about trends in philanthropy and recommend strategies to increase funding from foundation and federal sources.

Relationship Management

• Engage with existing foundation and government funders to maintain and build relationships with foundation, corporate, and government funders, seeking opportunities for increased funding and partnerships.
• Identify new potential funders, build strategies for engagement, and lead work to forge new relationships.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with program staff to ensure alignment between funding opportunities and organizational goals.
• Integrate and prepare leadership and program staff in funder meetings as strategically needed.

Grant Writing and Proposal Development

• Research, identify, and prioritize funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and public funding sources.
• Write, edit, and submit high-quality grant proposals and sponsorship proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports to secure funding.
• Develop customized proposals and pitches that align with the organization's goals and the funder's priorities.
• Collaborate with program, finance and communications staff to gather information for proposals and ensure accuracy in project budgets and narratives.

Grant Compliance and Reporting

• Manage the grant calendar, tracking deadlines for proposals, reports, and other required communications.
• Ensure compliance with all grant requirements, including reporting deadlines, budget tracking, and deliverables.
• Provide timely updates and progress reports internally and externally on the outcomes and impact of funded initiatives.
• Strengthen internal systems and processes related to grant management, financial reporting

Strategic Planning

• In consultation with the Chief Development Officer, develop and execute a five year strategic plan for institutional fundraising to achieve the revenue goals of the foundations and grants program.
• Contribute to building a strong and collaborative team culture grounded in racial equity and inclusion

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant development experience in mission-driven nonprofits, working directly in grant writing, fundraising, or nonprofit management with a proven track record of success in securing funding from foundations, corporations, federal and state grant programs. Candidates with relevant nonprofit experience connected to our mission will be prioritized.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a strong track record of building relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, persuasive language.
• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.
• Strong understanding of the federal grant application process, including knowledge of government funding mechanisms and compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with fundraising databases (Salesforce), grant management software (Instrumentl) and project management (ASANA) is a plus.
• Passion for the mission and values of the organization.

COMPETENCIES

• Growth Mindset: Proactively seeks improvement and embraces challenges.
• Proactive Flexibility: Works effectively in a team, adapts to changing circumstances, and takes initiative.
• Respectful Collaboration: Communicates clearly, resolves conflicts constructively, and fosters an inclusive work environment.

We recognize that strong candidates may not possess all our desired qualifications and skills. We are happy to work with candidates who are a good match for this role even if they do not have some of these qualifications and skills. If you believe you are a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

This is a benefits eligible, full-time non-exempt position that will require 40 hours of work per week during normal business hours, Monday to Friday. The salary range for this position is $100,000 to 115,000, commensurate with experience.

This position is hybrid, with biweekly travel to Western Massachusetts for Staff Meets, site visits and/or key events. Travel is expected as the person has statewide responsibility. Occasional evening and weekend hours required.

We offer a best in class paid time off package including 12 paid holidays, 3 weeks of vacation plus the last week of December off, and generous sick time and personal time. The position includes a benefits package of health, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match. We offer flexible schedules and start and end times where possible.

EO&D Statement

The Treehouse Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome team members from all backgrounds to join and enrich our team and we are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone can bring their authentic, original, and best selves to the work. We are stronger and better with you on our team! We welcome team members from all races and ethnicities, regions, countries of origin, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, and ages to apply, and encourage BIPOC Black, Indigenous, People of Color, women, non-binary, LGBTQIA+, and people living with disabilities.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply using this link: https://treehousefoundation.bamboohr.com/careers/31 answer the required application questions and submit a resume and include professional references. Application questions take the place of a traditional cover letter.

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