Foundation Manager

Foundation Manager

WCF Insurance has an immediate opening for someone who can demonstrate the WCF values to join their team as the WCF Foundation Manager. The Foundation Manager oversees all operational, administrative, and strategic functions of the WCF Foundation - the philanthropic arm of WCF Insurance - which distributes more than $2 million annually to over 150 nonprofit organizations across its core states. This position leads the Foundation's day-to-day operations, community partnerships, and charitable giving programs to ensure strategic alignment with WCF's mission and values. The Foundation Manager serves as the primary contact for nonprofit partners, internal stakeholders, and the Foundation Board, ensuring transparency, impact measurement, and compliance in all giving activities. This is a full-time, exempt position based out of the Sandy, Utah headquarters reporting to the VP, Marketing and Strategy.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full lifecycle of the Foundation's grantmaking process - from application intake and evaluation to reporting and impact measurement.
• Maintain strong communication with internal contacts including the CEO, senior leadership team, Foundation Board, and employees.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with external contacts including nonprofit partners, business associations, and civic organizations.
• Ensure giving priorities align with WCF's strategic focus areas, mission, and geographic footprint.
• Support the VP and Foundation Board in developing annual philanthropic strategies, priorities, and budget allocations.
• Lead and continuously improve systems and processes for transparency, tracking, and impact evaluation.
• Oversee all administrative and logistical functions of the Foundation, including records management, board materials, and compliance documentation.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations for the Foundation Board, WCF executive team, and other stakeholders.
• Represent WCF at community events, award ceremonies, and partner site visits.
• Oversee WCF's scholarship programs, volunteer engagement, and special initiatives that promote community impact.
• Support internal communications related to philanthropic storytelling, community engagement, and employee involvement.
• Ensure all charitable giving complies with IRS and state regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to enhance giving strategies, partner diversity, and impact measurement.

Qualifications

An internal candidate should have six months in their current position, acceptable job performance, and must notify their current supervisor that they have applied for the position.

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