Development & Fundraising Professional (Contract) presso Tangram, Inc.

Description

About Tangram

Tangram, Inc. has served Indiana for 40 years as a leading nonprofit supporting 

individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). We deliver person-centered services that foster independence, housing stability, and community inclusion. As we expand our impact, we seek a skilled development professional to strengthen our fundraising capacity and sustainability.

Position Summary

Tangram is seeking an experienced Development & Fundraising Professional to work 

with our Manager of Marketing and Business Development on strategic fundraising 

initiatives during a one-year contract engagement (20-30 hours per week). The ideal 

candidate will have proven experience in grant writing, donor cultivation, and high-level 

development activities. This role is essential to advancing Tangram’s mission by 

securing philanthropic support from foundations, corporations, and individual donors.

Key Responsibilities

•  Research, identify, and qualify grant opportunities aligned with Tangram’s mission.
•  Write compelling proposals, applications, and reports for foundations, corporations, 

and government funders.

•  Cultivate and manage relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and 

community stakeholders.

•  Support donor communications, recognition activities, and stewardship events.
•  Collaborate with leadership to design and implement fundraising strategies that 

diversify revenue.

•  Assist in building corporate sponsorships, annual giving campaigns, and major gifts 

initiatives.

•  Support board engagement in fundraising efforts.
•  Track grant deadlines, submissions, and donor interactions.
•  Ensure compliance with funder requirements and timely submission of reports.

Requirements

Qualifications

•  Minimum 2–4 years of professional experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, 

or grant writing.

•  Demonstrated success in securing significant grants and donations.
•  Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to craft compelling narratives.
•  Knowledge of donor management systems (CRM) and fundraising best practices

(Bloomerang is a plus).

•  Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
•  Commitment to Tangram’s mission of supporting people with I/DD.

Contract Details

•  Contract Length: 12 months (January–December 2026)
•  Compensation: Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.
•  Potential: Eligible for consideration for full-time employment based on performance and organizational need.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit the following materials:

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover letter highlighting relevant development/fundraising experience
3. Two writing samples (preferably grant proposals or donor communications)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled