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Major Gifts and Foundation Relations Manager

Major Gifts and Foundation Relations Manager

L.e.a.p. Inc.New Haven, CT, US
Full-time
The Major Gifts and Foundation Relations Manager develops and executes comprehensive fundraising strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward individual major donors and institutional funders supp...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
Customer Relations Specialist

Customer Relations Specialist

Tap Growth aiNew Haven, Connecticut, US
Full-time
We're Hiring : Customer Relations Specialist!.We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Customer Relations Specialist to manage customer interactions and build lasting relationships.The ideal candi...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Public / Community Health Nurse Practitioner

Public / Community Health Nurse Practitioner

GHR HealthcareNew Haven, CT, US
Full-time
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional primary care? We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to provide value-based care to Medicare adults. Here, you ll build meaningful relationship...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Public Health Emergency Preparedness Assistant

Public Health Emergency Preparedness Assistant

Public HealthNew Haven, Connecticut, USA
Full-time
Public Health Emergency Response Coordinator / MRC Unit Leader.This is a pivotal role within the City of New Haven Health Department responsible for supporting public health emergency preparedness an...Show moreLast updated: 25 days ago
Employee and Labor Relations Director

Employee and Labor Relations Director

MED Medtronic IncNorth Haven, Connecticut, United States of America
Full-time
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 9 Dec 2025.At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare acces...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Certified Public Accountant

Certified Public Accountant

TemPositionsShelton, CT, United States
Full-time
We are seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented CPA to join our dynamic team.The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in tax accounting and corporate accounting, with a strong under...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Freelance Investor Relations Consultant Remote

Freelance Investor Relations Consultant Remote

CrowdPharmNew Haven, CT, US
Remote
Full-time
Freelance Investor Relations Consultant.Job : Investor Relations Consultant.Hot Iron Health is looking for a Freelance Investor Relations Consultant with expertise in investor relations and financia...Show moreLast updated: 29 days ago
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Client Relations Account Representative (Remote / Sales)

Client Relations Account Representative (Remote / Sales)

One80 IntermediariesNew Haven, CT, US
Remote
Full-time
Client Relations Account Representative.The Client Relations Account Representative is responsible for promoting and renewing assigned Pearl Insurance coverage(s) to existing clients over the phone...Show moreLast updated: 29 days ago
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Provider Relations Manager / Account Manager

Provider Relations Manager / Account Manager

SynapticureNew Haven, CT, US
Full-time
Provider Relations Manager / Account Manager.Synapticure is seeking a Provider Relations Manager to serve as a trusted relationship-builder and key account manager for our provider partners.This re...Show moreLast updated: 29 days ago
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Senior District Manager, Public Sector, Federal Civilian

Senior District Manager, Public Sector, Federal Civilian

SnowflakeNew Haven, CT, US
Full-time
District Manager For Us Federal Civilian Agencies.Snowflake has revolutionized data management by harnessing the power of the public cloud to create the Data Cloud, a global network empowering orga...Show moreLast updated: 29 days ago
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Associate Manager, HR & Labor Relations

Associate Manager, HR & Labor Relations

Lockheed MartinShelton, CT, US
Full-time
Associate Manager, HR & Labor Relations.The HRBP & Labor Relations Associate Manager will lead a team of HR Business Partners to the Sikorsky Production Operations organizations within Rotary and M...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Employee Relations Coordinator

Employee Relations Coordinator

Yale New Haven HealthNew Haven, CT, US
Full-time
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, account...Show moreLast updated: 15 days ago
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Director, NetSuite Relations & Tech Partnerships

Director, NetSuite Relations & Tech Partnerships

Zone & CoNew Haven, CT, US
Full-time
Director, NetSuite Relations & Tech Partnerships.Zone & Co is a leading SaaS company committed to freeing finance teams from the limitations of clunky, disparate systems and manual processes.Our ra...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
Public Relations and Communications Manager

Public Relations and Communications Manager

Girl Scouts of Connecticut IncNorth Haven, CT, US
Full-time
The Public Relations & Communications Manager is responsible for developing and executing proactive public relations and email communication strategies that advance Girl Scouts of Connecticut’s mis...Show moreLast updated: 29 days ago
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Part-Time Faculty : Advertising and Public Relations

Part-Time Faculty : Advertising and Public Relations

Quinnipiac UniversityHamden, CT, United States
Part-time
Part-Time Faculty : Advertising and Public Relations.The School of Communications at Quinnipiac University seeks applicants for adjunct faculty appointments in the department of Advertising and Publ...Show moreLast updated: 21 hours ago
Provider Relations Manager- Hybrid

Provider Relations Manager- Hybrid

Ria HealthHamden, CT, United States
Full-time
Ria Health is on a mission to bring effective evidence-based treatment for alcohol use disorder to all Americans.Our team consists of empathetic mission-driven professionals coming together to supp...Show moreLast updated: 4 days ago
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Analyst Relations Director

Analyst Relations Director

TwilioNew Haven, CT, US
Full-time
At Twilio, we're shaping the future of communications, all from the comfort of our homes.We deliver innovative solutions to hundreds of thousands of businesses and empower millions of developers wo...Show moreLast updated: 28 days ago
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Gift Officer, Corporate & Foundation Relations

Gift Officer, Corporate & Foundation Relations

Yale UniversityNew Haven, CT, US
Full-time
Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow.Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community-eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative or a n...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Customer Relations Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member

Customer Relations Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member

Anne Coppola - State Farm AgentAnsonia, CT, US
Full-time
As a Customer Relations Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member with Anne Coppola - State Farm Agent, you will generate the kind of exceptional customer experiences that reinforce the growth ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Major Gifts and Foundation Relations Manager

Major Gifts and Foundation Relations Manager

L.e.a.p. Inc.New Haven, CT, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Major Gifts and Foundation Relations Manager develops and executes comprehensive fundraising strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward individual major donors and institutional funders supporting LEAP's $7.3M annual budget. This position serves as a key member of the Development and Communications team, managing a combined portfolio of 70-100 prospects that includes individual donors, foundations, and corporations. Success requires exceptional interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and the ability to articulate LEAP's impact in ways that motivate giving.

This is a full-time, exempt (salaried) position requiring strong organizational abilities, emotional intelligence, and comfort with modern technology including AI tools and donor database systems. The role requires balancing individual donor cultivation with foundation relationship management, taking initiative to build and deepen relationships, and working collaboratively across the organization to engage donors meaningfully.

Reports to : Deputy Director of Development and Communications

Essential Duties

Individual Major Gifts Management

  • Manage portfolio of 60-80 major donors and donor prospects (previous gifts of $10,000+)
  • Develop and implement personalized cultivation and solicitation strategies aligned with donor interests and capacity
  • Conduct 12-18 meaningful donor contacts monthly through meetings, calls, site visits, and events
  • Collaborate with and support LEAP senior staff, Board members, and volunteers on solicitation strategy and execution
  • Research and qualify new prospects through wealth screening and relationship mapping
  • Create compelling, tailored proposals and solicitation materials

Foundation Relations

  • Serve as primary contact for 10-20 priority foundation and corporate funders, with primary focus on foundation relationships
  • Collaborate with grant writer and Deputy Director of Development on proposal strategy and reporting requirements for assigned institutional funders
  • Draft proposals and reports independently for select funders
  • Coordinate foundation meetings and program tours
  • Identify opportunities to deepen foundation relationships and increase funding levels
  • Stewardship and Engagement

  • Manage $2 million in existing relationships and cultivate, solicit and secure $250,000 in new support annually
  • Design and execute stewardship plans for both individual and institutional funders
  • Coordinate donor engagement opportunities including site visits, program observations, and volunteer activities
  • Develop customized impact reports and communications demonstrating program outcomes
  • Ensure timely, authentic acknowledgment and recognition of all gifts
  • Strategic Planning and Systems Management

  • Develop and implement annual major gifts and foundation fundraising plans that support LEAP's budget and organizational priorities, with approval from Deputy Director of Development and Communications
  • Maintain accurate, detailed records in CRM (Raiser's Edge) including contact reports, giving history, and strategy notes for all portfolio prospects
  • Track pipeline metrics and provide regular progress reports to leadership
  • Conduct prospect research using traditional and AI-assisted tools
  • Collaborate with the communications team on materials supporting major gifts and institutional giving efforts
  • Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
  • Minimum 5 years of major gifts fundraising experience with proven track record of closing gifts of $25,000+
  • Experience managing foundation relationships and collaborating on institutional proposals
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to craft compelling, personalized proposals and presentations
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in youth development, education, or social services sector
  • Established relationships with Connecticut philanthropists and foundation funders
  • Knowledge of New Haven community and nonprofit landscape
  • CFRE certification or interest in pursuing professional development
  • Experience working with Board members and volunteers on fundraising initiatives
  • Technical Skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Google Workspace, and presentation software
  • Experience with donor database systems (Raiser's Edge preferred), prospect research platforms (iWave), and organizing digital records, or ability to learn quickly
  • Comfortable using AI tools to assist with prospect research, writing, and data analysis
  • Essential Competencies

  • Results Orientation : Meeting fundraising goals and advancing donor relationships with metrics-driven accountability
  • Research, Data Analysis, and Project Management : Strong capabilities in prospect research, analyzing donor data, and managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • Self-Motivation : Ability to work independently, take initiative, and manage time effectively
  • Special Requirements

  • Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends as needed for donor meetings, events, and organizational activities
  • Willingness to occasionally travel to donor meetings or conferences
  • Ability to represent LEAP professionally in the community
  • Reliable transportation to donor meetings and program sites
  • Compensation

    Salary : $70,000-$80,000, commensurate with experience.

    Excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with retirement plan with employer contribution. Generous PTO, holiday leave, and professional development opportunities.

    How to Apply

    Send a letter of interest and resume through our online application portal : Recruitment Portal

    Note : This is a hybrid position based out of the LEAP office in New Haven, CT. There is a required minimum of two days per week in person, with additional in-person days assigned as needed by department leadership. LEAP reserves the right to change its hybrid work policy.

    Additional information about the organization is available via www.leapforkids.org.

    LEAP is an equal opportunity employer.