The Director of Institutional Giving plays a key role in fundraising for the University of the People through relationships with foundations, government agencies, and other institutions.The role currently focuses on maintaining, cultivating, and developing relationships with the University of the People's current grant funders, which include international funders.The position includes writing and submitting grant proposals including budgets, attachments, and any required data; preparing and submitting grant reports, including finding necessary information for these reports; and prospecting for grant-writing opportunities.This work includes private foundations, large corporations, and government agencies.

Grant-writing, fundraising, nonprofit leadership, and organizational development. Individual gifts, membership development, and led successful $2 million capital campaign.

Bringing in sponsorsSupporting membership developmentGrant-writing!

Write and Submit Successful Grant Proposals for the Colorado Water Conservation Board, Resource Recovery Economic Opportunity Grant, Social Venture Partners of Boulder County, and Boulder County Resource Conservation Advisory Board.Develop Membership ProgramOrganize and Implement Annual DinnerWrite, Organize, and Implement Annual Appeal

Lead community network of green building and energy efficient experts to influence BVSD construction projects.Engage with district to ensure construction projects are energy efficient, environmentally-friendly, and follow best green building practices.

Apply for and receive 501 (c) (3) statusRaise fundsconduct educational sessions