Executive Director - Spinks Family Foundation

Executive Director - Spinks Family Foundation at Spinx Oil Company Inc Executive Director - Spinks Family Foundation at Spinx Oil Company Inc in Greenville, South Carolina Posted in 2 days ago.

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About the Spinks Family Foundation The Spinks Family Foundation is dedicated to growing strong communities by supporting programs that improve education and health across the communities where we live, work and play. Our philanthropic focus includes schools, scholarships, arts, food security, health care, addiction prevention, youth programs, and other mission-aligned non-profit partners. We are seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Executive Director (ED) to lead the Foundation's strategy, operations, grantmaking, and community engagement.

JOB SUMMARY

The Executive Director will partner closely with the Board of Directors to set strategy, manage financial and operational responsibilities, oversee grant review and distribution, and strengthen community relationships. This role requires a high level of professionalism, integrity, organizational discipline, and a passion for making a measurable community impact.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Governance Collaborate with the Board to develop and execute strategic plans. Maintain strong communication with the Board, including quarterly reporting on grants, budget, and financial performance. Coordinate with the Finance and Grant Committees; prepare materials and facilitate meetings. Develop organizational culture emphasizing transparency, accountability, and collaboration. Grantmaking & Community Partnerships Review grant requests; validate and qualify submissions. Vetting of organization submitting request (both large & small) by conducting research and on-site visits when applicable. Present finalist requests to the Grant Committee. Conduct outreach to community organizations to strengthen local partnerships. Ensure beneficiary communication, follow-up, and collection of impact reports. Maximize public visibility, including the Spinks Family Foundation Giving Day. Financial & Operational Management Maintain all financial records for the Foundation's bank and investment accounts. Manage annual transaction volume, check printing, deposits, reconciliations, and journal entries in QuickBooks. Prepare quarterly financial statements for Board review. Implement enhanced security controls for deposits, check writing, and reconciliation. Maintain accurate digital records, acknowledgments, compliance documents, and correspondence. Oversee preparation and review of Form 990; manage annual state registrations. Marketing, Fundraising & Events Collaborate on in-store fundraisers and the annual golf tournament. Track and report fundraising receipts weekly. Develop storytelling, media opportunities, and donor engagement strategies. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure adherence to federal and state nonprofit regulations. Identify organizational risks and opportunities and recommend safeguards. Maintain ethical standards in grantmaking, avoiding conflicts of interest and ensuring alignment with Board-established giving parameters.