Grants Manager

• Proactively identify potential federal, state, foundation, and corporate grant opportunities aligned with ASYMCA’s mission.
• Maintain a forward-looking grants calendar and support internal awareness of funding timelines.

• Develop compelling, mission-driven grant proposals, including narratives, budgets, letters of intent, and supporting materials.
• Collaborate closely with program staff, finance, and the VP of Development to align content with organizational goals.
• Ensure timely and high-quality submission of all grant materials.

• Track all grant-related activities—from submissions to award, through implementation and reporting.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date grants database records, generating timely reports and ensuring compliance.
• Oversee deliverables and ensure alignment with funder requirements.

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with grantors and oversight committees.
• Prepare tailored communication and impact reports for funders.
• Represent ASYMCA in meetings, on panels, or at fundraising events as needed.

• Collaborate on developing and managing grant budgets and tracking expenditures.
• Contribute to strategic planning processes and help assess fundraising effectiveness and program impact.

• Serve as a liaison across departments to support grant-related initiatives.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly reports for leadership and the National Board of Directors.
• Attend relevant meetings and support board reporting on grants.

• Maintain confidentiality in all organizational matters.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the VP of Development

• Minimum of 5 - 7 years of relevant experience in grant writing, fundraising, or grants management required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit or military-support organizations preferred.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking capabilities, with precision and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in grant databases and CRM systems (e.g., Virtuous, Blackbaud, DonorPerfect, Instrumental).
• Budget development and financial management skills.

• Passion for ASYMCA’s mission and commitment to making an impact.
• Self-driven, collaborative, and resilient in fast-paced environments.
• High sense of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.

• Ability to travel as needed for site visits or meetings (up to 25%)
• Flexibility to attend events outside standard business hours.
• Successful completion of background check.

Military spouses, veterans and military affiliated job seekers encouraged to apply.

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.

Armed Services YMCA acknowledges the minimal use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology in our initial recruitment stages. All AI use is coupled with human review and is designed to assist our team in building efficiencies and excelling at focusing on timeliness and communication in our hiring process. Our hiring teams thoroughly evaluate skills and qualifications and make all final hiring decisions.