Development & Fundraising Professional (Contract) at Tangram, Inc.

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Grant Writing, Donor Cultivation, Fundraising Strategies, Proposal Writing, Relationship Management, Donor Communications, Stewardship Events, Corporate Sponsorships, Annual Giving Campaigns, Major Gifts Initiatives, Compliance, Deadline Management, Communication Skills, CRM Knowledge, Independent Work, Prioritization

Industry

Civic and Social Organizations

Description

Description About Tangram Tangram, Inc. has served Indiana for 40 years as a leading nonprofit supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). We deliver person-centered services that foster independence, housing stability, and community inclusion. As we expand our impact, we seek a skilled development professional to strengthen our fundraising capacity and sustainability. Position Summary Tangram is seeking an experienced Development & Fundraising Professional to work with our Manager of Marketing and Business Development on strategic fundraising initiatives during a one-year contract engagement (20-30 hours per week). The ideal candidate will have proven experience in grant writing, donor cultivation, and high-level development activities. This role is essential to advancing Tangram’s mission by securing philanthropic support from foundations, corporations, and individual donors. Key Responsibilities Research, identify, and qualify grant opportunities aligned with Tangram’s mission. Write compelling proposals, applications, and reports for foundations, corporations, and government funders. Cultivate and manage relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders. Support donor communications, recognition activities, and stewardship events. Collaborate with leadership to design and implement fundraising strategies that diversify revenue. Assist in building corporate sponsorships, annual giving campaigns, and major gifts initiatives. Support board engagement in fundraising efforts. Track grant deadlines, submissions, and donor interactions. Ensure compliance with funder requirements and timely submission of reports. Requirements Qualifications Minimum 2–4 years of professional experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or grant writing. Demonstrated success in securing significant grants and donations. Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to craft compelling narratives. Knowledge of donor management systems (CRM) and fundraising best practices (Bloomerang is a plus). Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines. Commitment to Tangram’s mission of supporting people with I/DD. Contract Details Contract Length: 12 months (January–December 2026) Compensation: Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience. Potential: Eligible for consideration for full-time employment based on performance and organizational need. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit the following materials: Resume/CV Cover letter highlighting relevant development/fundraising experience Two writing samples (preferably grant proposals or donor communications) Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled

Responsibilities

The Development & Fundraising Professional will research and identify grant opportunities, write proposals, and cultivate relationships with donors and corporate partners. This role is essential for securing philanthropic support to advance Tangram’s mission.