Executive Director

GROW Healthy Kids Central Florida | Hybrid | Full-Time | Exempt

For more than a decade, GROW Healthy Kids has been helping children build healthy habits through physical activity, nutrition education, and positive relationships. As we enter our next phase of growth, we are seeking an experienced, mission-driven Executive Director to lead our organization from a successful founder-led model into a scalable, sustainable future.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned nonprofit leader who is passionate about improving children's health and wellness, building strategic partnerships, strengthening organizational capacity, and advancing long-term impact across Florida.

GROW Healthy Kids is a Florida-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2015. Working alongside schools, healthcare systems, professional sports organizations, community partners, and volunteers, we create opportunities for children to develop lifelong healthy habits.

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director serves as the organization's chief executive officer and is responsible for advancing the mission, financial sustainability, community partnerships, and operational excellence of GROW Healthy Kids. The Executive Director will work closely with the Board and Program Director to guide the organization's continued growth and impact.

• Lead a diversified fundraising strategy including grants, corporate sponsor ships, individual giving, major gifts, legacy and endowment giving.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, foundations, and community partners.
• Expand revenue opportunities to support organizational sustainability and growth.
• Oversee budgeting, financial management, forecasting, and compliance.
• Manage organizational systems including accounting, human resources, contracts, insurance, and vendor relationships.
• Ensure strong stewardship of organizational resources and financial transparency.

• Serve as the public face and ambassador of GROW Healthy Kids.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with schools, healthcare providers, businesses, government agencies, professional sports organizations, and community organizations.
• Represent the organization at events, meetings, and community engagements throughout Florida.

• Working with the Program Director, execute the organization's strategic vision and growth priorities.
• Partner with the Board of Directors to support effective governance and long-term planning.
• Foster a mission-driven culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and innovation.

• Partner with the Program Director to evaluate outcomes and strengthen program effectiveness.
• Support the expansion of programs, partnerships, and geographic reach.
• Promote data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Serve as an advocate for children’s health and wellness.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Education, or a related field.
• Minimum five years of progressive personnel management experience.
• Demonstrated success leading teams, managing budgets, and building partnerships.
• Proven fundraising and grant development success.
• Knowledge of nonprofit finance, compliance, and outcome measurement.

We are seeking a leader who:

• Has successfully led nonprofit growth and organizational development.
• Is an accomplished fundraiser and relationship builder.
• Can balance strategic vision with operational execution.
• Is passionate about youth development, health, education, and community impact.
• Brings humility, professionalism, and a collaborative leadership style.

• Hybrid position based in Central Florida.
• Evening and weekend commitments on occasion.
• Travel throughout Florida for fundraising, partnerships, and program support.
• Stipend for health benefits and retirement
• Three weeks of paid time off and ten major holidays

This is more than an Executive Director role. It is an opportunity to lead a respected organization with a proven track record, an engaged Board, strong community partnerships, and a clear vision for growth. The Executive Director will have the opportunity to help shape the future of children's health and wellness across Florida while building on a mission that has already positively impacted thousands of children.