Fast Forward · 1 week ago
Philanthropy & Development Senior Manager
Fast Forward is a tech nonprofit founded to support builders using technology for social good. The Philanthropy & Development Senior Manager will focus on expanding the organization's funding base by identifying and securing new philanthropic partnerships while collaborating closely with the Strategic Partnerships team.
Responsibilities
Identify and research new foundation and corporate funding opportunities aligned with Fast Forward’s strategic priorities
Support the Director of Strategic Philanthropy in developing and executing against annual fundraising targets
Manage outreach to prospective funders to build interest and support in securing philanthropic commitments
Develop clear, persuasive grant proposals and partnership concept notes, along with other high-quality materials that advance fundraising goals
Track deadlines and maintain accurate records of proposals and funding opportunities in Fast Forward systems (HubSpot, Notion, Google Drive)
Contribute to overall fundraising strategy by surfacing new funding opportunities and partnership models
Work closely with the Strategic Partnerships team to ensure alignment between new funding initiatives and current partner priorities
Collaborate with the Programs and Marketing teams to translate fundraising objectives into clear programmatic outcomes
Participate in internal fundraising planning and revenue tracking meetings
Support in defining the partner offering menu to ensure Fast Forward can continue meeting the needs of partners
Qualification
Required
5-6+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, and/or business development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and presentations
Excel at building authentic, trust-based relationships with external partners through empathy and a deep understanding of their needs and priorities
Highly organized and self-directed, with strong follow-through on multiple concurrent projects
Collaborative and mission-driven, excited to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
Preferred
Track record of success in securing individual, foundation, and/or corporate donations
Experience or familiarity in tech nonprofits or social innovation
Benefits
Platinum medical, dental, and vision insurance
Unlimited PTO
401k retirement plan & employer matching
Office is located in a beautiful national park - The Presidio
Every other Friday is a half day
Most importantly, input on the office snack order
Company
Fast Forward
Fast Forward is an accelerator for tech nonprofits.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$8.95MKey Investors
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
2023-12-20Grant· $0.5M
2019-07-02Corporate Round· $5M
2017-06-30Series Unknown· $2.2M
Recent News
2024-10-19
2024-03-14
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