Program Associate

The Position

The Krupp Foundation is seeking a Program Associate to join the organization during an exciting period of growth and evolution. Based in the Boston office and reporting directly to the Vice President, the Program Associate will be a key member of a small team, supporting all aspects of the Foundation’s grantmaking strategy and day-to-day operations and administrative functions. The Program Associate will oversee the Foundation’s grants process and serve as the primary point of contact for organizations throughout the application and reporting cycles.

Other key responsibilities will include managing the Foundation’s online grant system, conducting research and due diligence, drafting grant summaries, supporting external relationships, and coordinating meetings and events. This newly created position is an excellent fit for someone who cares deeply about the Foundation’s focus areas and will evolve over time with opportunities for advancement. The Program Associate will require strong organizational, analytical, communication, and relational management skills;

the ability to manage multiple priorities; and effectiveness working both independently and collaboratively in a small team.

Responsibilities will include:

• Grantmaking
  • Process, review, and synthesize grant application and reporting materials into concise and insightful summaries
  • Manage online grant management system
  • Ensure Foundation knowledge, communications, and data are accurately captured and accessible for all users
  • Serve as primary liaison for grantees with a focus on relationship development
• Program Support
  • Conduct due diligence and landscape scans on current and prospective grantees
  • Research new areas of interest and potential funding opportunities
  • Stay well informed of developments, trends and best practices in the field and communicate insights and learnings with the Vice President and Board
  • Support new initiatives and projects as determined by Vice President and Board
  • Attend site visits and represent the Foundation at relevant meetings and conferences
• Operations and Administration
  • Assist with scheduling meetings and team planning and logistics
  • Prepare, organize, and distribute materials for Board meetings
  • Produce insightful meeting minutes
  • Prepare grant agreements and oversee payments of grants and operating expenses

The Krupp Foundation is a family foundation with offices in Boston and New York. Founded in 1996 by Judith and Douglas Krupp, the Foundation was created to uphold the family’s deep commitment to the Jewish values of social justice and to build a legacy of philanthropy for future generations. The Foundation supports organizations, programs, and leaders working to create vibrant, inclusive, and connected communities across three primary program areas:
Environment, Education, and Jewish Life. While grounded in these core areas, the Krupp Foundation is responsive to emerging needs and opportunities and occasionally funds initiatives outside of its strategic priorities. The Foundation is currently governed by first and second-generation family members and their spouses.

The ideal candidate will have the following characteristics and competencies:

• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience working in a non-profit or philanthropic organization
• Bachelor's degree or comparable educational background
• Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• A critical thinker who can distill complex information and present thoughtful analyses to support opinion and decision making
• Technological proficiency to manage grants and payments software, create presentations, and support effective communications
• Genuine interest in the Krupp Foundation's focus areas of funding
• Adaptable to shifting priorities in a rapidly changing landscape and in a growing organization
• Evidence of success working independently and with teams
• Humility, flexibility, creativity, curiosity, and a high level of integrity
• Discretion and sensitivity for working within a family

The Program Associate is a full-time, 40-hours per week position. It is expected that the Program Associate will be based in the Boston office. The Foundation embraces a hybrid in-person/work from home model. Travel will be expected for site visits, meetings, and conferences.

The anticipated base salary for the Program Associate is $70,000-$80,000 and will be commensurate with experience. Total compensation will include a generous benefits package.

The Krupp Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to admin. Applicants will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with an ideal start date in Spring 2026.