Senior Grants Manager
This is a fully remote position.
Crisis Text Line is seeking a nonprofit industry corporate and foundation grant writing expert who is highly motivated and will write winning proposals to secure critical funding for our organization. Our ideal candidate will have a passion for persuasive writing, excellent communication skills, and the ability to turn complex information into persuasive, compelling narratives.
The Senior Grants Manager leads the start-to-finish process of grant and proposal process. This role will drive the research, pursuit, and writing for philanthropic and corporate-based grants related to mental health. The Senior Grants Manager will be primarily responsible for identifying, preparing, and submitting proposals, managing accounts, and reporting on funded projects and proposals. This role will influence funding strategy and support the expanding initiatives and vision of the Advancement team.
Responsibilities:
Crisis Text Line is a fast-moving, growing organization with a big vision and a critical mission. To serve our mission and vision, each role must be agile and flexible to meet the needs of the business, aligning their work with priorities as defined by their manager and team leaders. The primary responsibility is to conduct the full range of activities required to research, write, coordinate the preparation with appropriate colleagues, submit, and manage grant proposals.
Grant Sourcing and Writing
- Independently research potential grant prospects and collaborate internally to identify opportunities that align with Crisis Text Line’s mission.
- Pursue new grant opportunities by identifying and writing grant proposals and responses to RFPs related to mental health or other topics as prioritized by the organization.
- Write comprehensive and detailed reports in compliance with grant and contract schedule requirements.
- Assist development, research, and executive stakeholders in assessing and writing foundation grant applications as needed.
- Stay informed about industry trends, funding opportunities, and regulations
Grant Management
- Lead our philanthropic and corporate grants process from identification to application and reporting.
- Manage existing grant opportunities at the philanthropic and corporate foundation levels.
- Coordinate deliverables for philanthropic and corporate grants with relevant departments at Crisis Text Line, such as Clinical, Learning, Research & Impact, and Volunteer Experience.
- Edit, proofread, and maintain proposal templates and guidelines to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Track and report on proposal submissions, outcomes, and deliverables.
- Create and execute multi-year grant strategies to diversify funding sources and maximize revenue potential.
- Proactively identify new funding verticals or emerging grant opportunities based on market trends.
- Design and implement a grant performance tracking system to measure outcomes and identify areas of improvement.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Maintain strong cross-functional relationships with internal teams including but not limited to Business Development, Marketing and Communications, Legal, Finance, Technology Team, Research & Impact, and other teams necessary to support the grant process.
- Attend regular meetings with Business Development’s leadership and team to strategize and collaborate around driving revenue for the organization.
External Representation
- Serve as a spokesperson to foundations and funders, articulating Crisis Text Line’s mission and programs.
- Lead the development, writing, and submission of grant proposals, including research, content gathering, and collaboration with subject matter experts.
- Represent the organization at industry meetings, conferences, and fundraising events.
- Cultivate and manage high-level relationships with foundation and corporate funders to deepen partnerships and increase long-term investment.
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of professional nonprofit experience writing and securing large philanthropic and corporate grants
- Advanced proficiency in grant writing for six and seven-figure grant responses, with a strong success rate
- Knowledge of mental health, nonprofit and community services
- Advanced organizational skills, with regard to confidentiality
- Highly proficient in corporate and philanthropic grant processes and account management
- Financial knowledge of budget creation and reporting
Reliable High-Speed Internet Required: Must have a stable high-speed internet connection to support seamless remote collaboration, virtual meetings, online job tasks, etc.
The full salary range for this position, across all United States geographies, is $79,000 to $105,000 per year. The upper portion of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience; during the interview process, candidates will learn the starting salary range applicable for their location. We pay competitively in the tech-forward nonprofit space and offer a robust benefits package.
Only candidates in the following states will be eligible for employment: CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, IA, MD, MA, MI, MO, NJ, NM, NY, NC, OH, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA.
Benefits:
Crisis Text Line employee benefits are thoughtfully designed using an equity lens, acknowledging that we are all unique human beings with individual life circumstances that require flexibility and support.
Benefits include:
- 20 paid holidays including:
- Federal holidays like Juneteenth and Labor Day
- Election day
- Holiday break from Dec 24 through January 1
- 2 renewal days
- 2 floating holidays
- Flexible paid time off, including:
- 15 vacation days
- 3 personal days
- 7 sick days
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits for the staff member and family at no cost to the employee
- 403B retirement plan (the nonprofit equivalent of a 401K): 3% contribution by Crisis Text Line to support building financial wellness, regardless of personal contribution
- 12 weeks paid parental leave (after 6 months of employment)
- Student loan repayment (after 2 years of continuous full time service)
- Family support through a virtual childcare platform
- Stipends/Allowances
- Mental health (Monthly)
- Internet Service (Monthly)
- Professional Development (Annual)
- Wellness (Annual)
- Home office setup (One time/First year)