[Hiring] Senior Philanthropy Writer @Children’s Minnesota

Role Description

The Senior Philanthropy Writer partners with Foundation leadership to develop grant proposals, major and principal gift proposals, campaign materials, stewardship reports, and donor communications. The position manages the institutional grants program, applies strategic judgment to prioritize high-value opportunities, and creates compelling narratives that advance Children's Minnesota Foundation goals for philanthropic revenue. The role supports campaign readiness, proposal quality & consistency, and fundraising effectiveness through strong writing, research, and cross-functional collaboration.

Location: Remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Requirements

• 5-7 years professional writing experience including 3-5 years in grant or proposal writing.
• Exceptional writing, editing, research, project management, relationship-building, and ability to translate complex clinical and scientific concepts into donor-centered narratives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plans.
• Other fringe benefits.
• Potential for shift differentials or premium pay for positions requiring night, weekend, or on-call work.

Company Description

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free-standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics, and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts™ in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be recognized by Modern Healthcare as one of 2023’s Top Diversity Leaders, which honors the top diverse healthcare executives and organizations influencing public policy, care delivery, and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.