[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
• 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
• Fundraising effectiveness through strong writing, research, and cross-functional collaboration

Location: Remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
• 5-7 years professional writing experience including 3-5 years in grant or proposal writing
• Exceptional writing, editing, research, project management, relationship-building
• Ability to translate complex clinical and scientific concepts into donor-centered narratives

Requirements

• Successful completion of an occupational health assessment
• Drug screen
• Background investigation
• Compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits
• Positions that require night, weekend or on-call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay