Manager, Corporate and Foundation Giving
Halcyon works with early-stage, impact-driven entrepreneurs who drive innovative, market-based solutions in Climate, Health, and EquityTech. Through our global accelerator programs, we guide founders in product-market fit, capital strategy, and leadership development. Through tailored training, mentorship, and non-dilutive resources, we’ve engaged over 650 entrepreneurs at critical inflection points to launch and scale ventures that have positively impacted millions of lives.
Manager, Corporate and Foundation Giving
Reports to: Director of Development
Location: Hybrid preferred in Washington, DC. Remote candidates based elsewhere in the United States will also be considered.
Status: Full-Time Exempt
Salary Range: $70,000 – $80,000 (commensurate with experience)
Overview of the Role:
Halcyon supports founders building solutions in health, climate resilience & adaptation, and edtech & the future of work with the tools and resources they need to grow their ventures and scale their impact. Over the last decade, Halcyon has supported more than 650 entrepreneurs – infusing resources at a critical juncture where many impact-driven startups fail. Halcyon’s support includes tailored business training for leadership, product-market fit, and investment readiness, leadership coaching, and additional resources to help Halcyon founders scale their ventures. In addition to its global programs, Halcyon supports regionally focused cohorts in the United States, Sub-Saharan Africa, and Latin America & the Caribbean. In 2026, Halcyon was recognized by Time magazine as one of America’s Best Incubators & Accelerators and ranked as the #1 accelerator in social impact.
Halcyon is seeking a Manager of Corporate and Foundation Giving to join its Development team. This key member of the fundraising team will manage corporate and foundation giving, an important component of Halcyon’s overall fundraising strategy.
Working closely with the Director of Development and Development Coordinator, the Manager will lead the strategy, development, and execution of grant proposals and reports in support of Halcyon’s fundraising, mission, and strategic goals. The role will also develop concept notes for program initiatives, manage a year-round portfolio of grant applications and reporting requirements, and collaborate with internal teams to maximize funding opportunities.
The ideal candidate is a persuasive writer and proactive fundraiser with direct experience developing proposals for corporate and foundation support. You can translate program priorities, budgets, and impact data into compelling funding opportunities; research and qualify prospects; and collaborate with program teams to move proposals forward. You bring strong organization, sound judgment, and ownership of deadlines and follow-through. Direct experience developing proposals for corporate and foundation philanthropic support is required. Applicants with government grant experience are welcome if they also meet this requirement.
Required application materials: résumé and cover letter. In your cover letter, explain your interest in Halcyon’s mission and how your experience prepares you for this role, including a specific example of your work developing proposals and securing corporate or foundation support.
What We Need:
Proposal Strategy and Development:
- Lead the preparation, writing, and submission of high-quality proposals for philanthropic support, including budgets and supporting documentation.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive grant strategy aligned with Halcyon’s organizational goals.
- Identify and research funding opportunities from corporations and foundations, with occasional proposals to government entities and individual donors.
- Use the CRM to maintain an accurate prospect pipeline and track proposal and reporting deadlines.
Project Management:
- Collaborate with the program team to understand funding priorities, key metrics, and milestones and incorporate them into compelling proposals.
- Partner with program and finance teams to ensure compliance with funder requirements and financial guidelines.
- Coordinate input from program teams and manage proposal and reporting processes to meet all deadlines.
- Partner with marketing and communications teams to promote partnerships and grant-funded projects.
- Help develop one-page summaries, presentation decks, and other materials for funder proposals.
- Monitor grant and partnership activities and ensure timely, accurate reporting to funders through established operational systems and project management tools.
Prospecting and Reporting:
- Conduct prospect research in coordination with team for potential corporate and foundation funders for programmatic initiatives.
- Facilitate team sessions to review funding forecasts, discuss funding scenarios, model fundraising targets, and capture key next steps; help quantify total addressable market and establish a realistic revenue scenario for year-ahead development planning
Who Are You:
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Communications, or a related field
- Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in grant/ philanthropic proposal writing, fundraising, partnership development, and/or prospect research preferably in a nonprofit or similar environment.
- Proven track record of securing significant grant funding and managing successful partnerships.
- Preferred Experience fundraising for, or a broad understanding of, social entrepreneurship, entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs), impact investing or ecosystem building.
- Preference for hybrid candidates in Washington, DC. Remote U.S. Based candidates outside of the D.C. area will also be considered.
How You Will Succeed:
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Exceptional written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Proficient in using grant management software, project management software, CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders, internally and externally.
- Strategic thinker with a proactive and results-oriented approach.
- Passion for the mission and values of Halcyon.
- High level of integrity and professionalism.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
Schedule and Work Environment:
- 8 hour shift, Standard working hours are 9am – 5pm (ET)
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends and evenings as needed
- Work Location:
- For those working hybrid in Washington, DC 20007, with two days in the office and three days remote. Halcyon also offers two weeks of ‘Work from Anywhere” time as an additional benefit.
- Remote U.S. Based candidates may have to travel into DC for periodic business meetings and retreats
- Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds, comfortable with standing, walking and sitting.
- Some domestic and international travel may be required, up to 10%.
Benefits:
Healthcare: We offer competitive healthcare benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, ensuring our team members have immediate access to resources that promote their overall health and well-being.
Financial Security: We prioritize financial security by offering short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost, allowing you to focus on recovery without the stress of income replacement. Additionally, we provide a retirement plan with a matching contribution of up to 3%, empowering our team members to plan for their financial futures.
Time Away From Work: We value the importance of time away from work and offer our team members 12 paid holidays, 3 weeks of vacation time, 5 sick days, and an additional week off from December 25 to December 31, when the entire office is closed.
Professional Development: We are committed to supporting the growth and development of our team members. Halcyon offers mentorship programs, skill-building workshops, and opportunities for further education and training, providing ample support for professional development and career advancement
To learn more about working with the Halcyon Team, please visit https://www.halcyonhouse.org/careers/.
Halcyon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws
Pay: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance