Program Manager

Good Tidings Foundation – Program Manager

The Good Tidings Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charity that supports personal growth and development by creating environments and opportunities for children to excel artistically, athletically, and academically. As a GTF team member, your work will directly contribute to the ongoing development, growth, and furtherance of our mission to help underserved youth in the greater Bay Area and beyond.

Good Tidings encourages and supports the growth of marginalized children in Northern California and beyond by creating environments for athletics, the arts, education and wonder. We believe that every child deserves the access and the means to pursue their dreams. The Good Tidings Foundation aims to provide opportunities that otherwise would be unavailable to kids, regardless of their financial status, ethnic origin, region of living, or religion.

• An opportunity to grow with a team that makes a difference in the community
• A mission-driven work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

The Program Manager will work in all aspects of the daily operations of the charity’s mission. This is a unique opportunity where this independent, forward-thinking person will work on both sides of running a charity, from fundraising to programming.

• Manage all aspects of the Community Service Scholarship program – online applications, program promotion, selection process, and distribution of funds
• Manage the annual art supply orders for our 19 art studios
• Assist with the Winter Wonderland holiday toy-giveaway program – establish new corporate donors & wholesale relationships, collaborate on organizing attendance
• Work to strengthen scholarship alumni network

• Solicit donations for live and silent auctions
• Assist with the preparation and realization of our annual fundraising event – event sales, marketing, receivables, and auction item allocation
• Manage annual year-end giving strategy and campaign
• Oversee existing grant applications while ensuring compliance with requirements
• Explore and identify new grant opportunities on a monthly basis

• Regular upkeep of the CRM database to ensure accuracy of contact information
• Process and manage donor contributions, pledges, and in‑kind donations
• Ensure timely acknowledgment of gifts to the donors
• Lead gift procurement for annual Major Donor gift, Fund‑a‑Dream incentive gifts, vendor thank you gifts, etc.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in fundraising, event planning, marketing, sales, retail, or other applicable industry
• Strong computer skills with the ability to work with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong organizational and multi‑tasking skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail
• Understanding the value of effort and working with a high sense of urgency
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, board members, donors, and partners
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to forge relationships and partnerships
• A true team player with a high level of initiative and willingness to fill in the gaps and assist where needed
• BA or BS from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience
• Must be able to lift 20 lbs
• Must be able to stand for at least 2 hours
• Must be able to sit at computer workstation for long time periods

• Working knowledge of CRM databases/software
• Proficient written and oral Spanish skills, a plus
• Job location:
  
  In‑office, Burlingame, CA
  - Can anticipate one work‑from‑home day per week with the exception of weeks during our busy seasons
• Benefits:
  Medical benefits, 403‑b retirement, sick time, and 2 week’s paid vacation(An additional vacation week may be offered at the discretion of the Executive Director for the week between Christmas and New Years)

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