Hybrid Manager, Foundation & Corporate Giving bei The Night Ministry

Join The Night Ministry as Manager, Foundation and Corporate Giving
Build mission-aligned partnerships that fund meaningful change in Chicago.

About The Night Ministry

The Night Ministry is a Chicago-based nonprofit that provides housing, health care, and human connection to individuals experiencing homelessness or poverty. As a trusted service provider and advocate, we work to meet people where they are-with dignity, compassion, and urgency.

As Manager, Foundation and Corporate Giving, you will play a key role in advancing our mission by cultivating institutional funders, stewarding relationships, and overseeing the grant and reporting process for a growing portfolio of foundation and corporate partners. You'll be instrumental in helping us secure sustainable revenue that supports our direct service programs and long-term strategic goals.

What You'll Do

You will lead and manage efforts related to foundation and corporate philanthropy-supporting a portfolio that includes foundations, family foundations, corporations, and congregations. Working in partnership with the Advancement team, you'll steward current funders and pursue new funding opportunities to support The Night Ministry's $3.5M+ annual institutional fundraising goal.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of foundation, corporate, and congregational donors-handling relationship cultivation, proposal development, and stewardship.

• Leading the preparation and submission of grant proposals and reports, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with programmatic objectives.

• Updating proposal boilerplates annually in collaboration with program staff, and maintaining compelling, donor-centered language.

• Developing and maintaining the institutional funding calendar and reporting deadlines.

• Facilitating regular internal meetings with Advancement and program teams to identify funding opportunities and needs.

• Representing The Night Ministry externally with funders and stakeholders as needed.

• Overseeing the grant reporting process, tracking performance and supporting documentation across departments.

• Supporting the Director of Development in identifying and advancing opportunities for major gift engagement among institutional partners.

• Participating in all-staff meetings, department-wide initiatives, and Advancement projects as needed.

• Supporting the annual report process and helping produce philanthropy-related content.

What We're Looking For

You're a compelling communicator, experienced relationship-builder, and strategic thinker who thrives in mission-driven environments. You bring excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of institutional fundraising best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.

• Significant experience in foundation and corporate philanthropy with a strong grasp of trends in institutional giving.

• Proven success in securing funding from foundations and corporate sources.

• Excellent writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.

• Ability to analyze financial data and develop or interpret budgets.

• Skilled at balancing multiple projects and deadlines.

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

• Proficiency in donor databases and grants management systems preferred.

Why Work With Us

• Join a mission-driven team that's expanding access to housing and healthcare across Chicago.

• Play a key role in securing resources that sustain innovative, people-centered programs.

• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture where your work makes a visible impact.

Apply Today

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences-including lived experience-and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve.

Physical Demands:

This position may require occasional driving, walking, or lifting up to 20 pounds. Visual acuity and standard office equipment use are also part of this role.

Work Environment:

You'll primarily work in an office setting, with occasional offsite meetings and fundraising events. Noise and activity levels may vary depending on location.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Night Ministry is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and respectful work environment. We welcome applicants of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, ages, national origins, abilities, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We strongly encourage individuals with lived experience of homelessness, system involvement, or who reflect the communities we serve to apply.