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The Development Communications & Grants Manager is responsible for securing philanthropic funding through grant development while leading the Foundation's communications strategy. This position manages all grant activities, develops compelling donor and community communications, and promotes the Foundation's mission through multiple communication channels to increase donor engagement and financial support. Key Responsibilities Grant Development & Management Research, identify, and evaluate grant opportunities from private foundations, corporations, and government agencies. • Develop, write, and submit competitive grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and supporting documentation. Coordinate with hospital leadership, physicians, and program staff to gather program information, budgets, outcomes, and evaluation metrics. Maintain a comprehensive grants calendar to ensure timely submissions, reporting, and renewals. Prepare interim and final grant reports to funding organizations. Maintain relationships with grant funders and program officers. Monitor funding trends and identify new grant opportunities aligned with Foundation priorities. Track grant activity, deadlines, and awards within the donor database. Communications & Marketing Develop and implement the Foundation's annual communications plan. Create consistent messaging that communicates the impact of philanthropy and supports the Foundation's fundraising priorities. Manage weekly social media content highlighting: Donor impact Patient stories Healthcare initiatives Foundation programs Fundraising campaigns Events and community engagement opportunities Develop and distribute monthly donor e-newsletters. Coordinate production of quarterly mailed donor newsletters. Create content for annual appeals, fundraising campaigns, and donor communications. Write donor impact stories, patient stories, caregiver recognition stories, physician features, and Foundation updates. Develop website content, press releases, brochures, flyers, and other promotional materials. Support consistent branding and messaging in coordination with hospital marketing and communications teams. Assist with photography, storytelling, and content collection to highlight the impact of charitable giving. Event Support & Foundation Engagement Attend and support Foundation events throughout the year, including occasional evening and weekend events. Assist with event preparation, execution, and follow-up activities. Develop event-related communications materials, including: Save-the-date announcements o Invitations Email marketing campaigns Social media promotions Event programs Sponsor recognition materials Event signage Printed collateral Post-event communications Collaborate with the Donor Engagement & Stewardship Manager to ensure consistent messaging and a positive donor experience. Support event sponsorship efforts through development of sponsorship materials and recognition opportunities. Capture event highlights, donor stories, photographs, and impact messaging for future communications. Develop post-event thank-you messaging, event recaps, and donor engagement materials. Promote Foundation events through digital and print communications. Campaign & Development Support Support annual fundraising campaigns and special fundraising initiatives through strategic communications and storytelling. Develop campaign materials including letters, brochures, digital communications, and donor-facing content. Assist with annual appeal development and implementation. Create donor impact materials that demonstrate the difference philanthropic support makes within the hospital. Collaborate with the Donor Engagement & Stewardship Manager on donor engagement strategies and stewardship communications. Provide communication support for fundraising priorities, special projects, and Foundation initiatives.