Executive Brief
Grants Manager (2 Positions)
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
The Organization: Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) is the Nation’s oldest and largest provider of need-based scholarships to military children, helping cover the cost of attending post-high school, undergraduate, and career and technical education programs. The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation was established to honor the service and sacrifice of Marines and their families.
The MCSF has awarded scholarships valued at more than $220 million to honor the families of those who have served.
Today’s generation of Marines have made unprecedented sacrifices. And while there are many ways to honor our Nation’s heroes, there is no organization closer to the intersection of real need and lasting impact than the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation.
MCSF Facts:
MCSF Demographics Report:
Publications and Financials:
Scholarship Recipient Map:
MCSF Leadership Spotlight
Ted Probert - President and CEO
Ted Probert
President and CEO
Ted Probert joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2018. Serving in the Marine Corps Reserves for 21 years, he retired as a LtCol in 2014. Ted brings more than 30 years of development experience to MCSF, highlighted by his time at Phillips Exeter Academy as both campaign director for The Exeter Initiatives, which raised $352 million, and the Director of Institutional Advancement. Currently the President and CEO of the Scholarship Foundation, Ted works closely with the Board of Directors on strategic direction, attends events across the Nation and manages all business affairs. A large part of his work is heightening the visibility of the Scholarship Foundation in order to serve more Marine families. Ted and his wife, Andi, reside in Alexandria, VA and have two children, Campbell and Tanner.
Courtney Balson - Chief Advancement Officer
Courtney Balson
Chief Advancement Officer
Courtney Balson joined the Scholarship Foundation in 2011 as the Executive Assistant to the President and CEO. She quickly became integral in enhancing the Foundation's stewardship initiatives and played a pivotal role in establishing its dedicated Stewardship Department. As Chief Advancement Officer, Courtney oversees the Scholarship Foundation’s fundraising efforts, ensuring the success of our various revenue-driving programs including Development, Communications, National Events, Grants, and the Fidelis Fund. Her primary focus is on enhancing engagement with current investors and cultivating new partners dedicated to our mission. Courtney earned her undergraduate degree in Communication Studies from Fairleigh Dickinson University and holds a master’s degree in education and Learning from Point Loma Nazarene University.
Lindsey Howard - Director of Advancement
Lindsey Howard
Director of Advancement
Lindsey Howard serves as the Director of Advancement for the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation. As the Director of Advancement, Lindsey is responsible for recognizing investors, cementing them to the mission, and advancing their long-term involvement with the Foundation through a donor centered-based program. Additionally, she oversees the Foundation’s grants program to enhance and leverage grant-makers for the purpose of increasing financial support, stewarding, and retaining our investors.
In 2020, she assisted with the development and execution of the Foundation’s Fidelis Fund, a mid-level giving program in support of the Foundation’s mission-critical initiatives. She is also involved in the development of the Foundation’s 1962 Club – a new alumni giving society established to keep alumni recipients involved in the mission while giving them a platform to give back. Lindsey holds an undergraduate degree for Indiana University of Pennsylvania in Safety Science and a master’s degree from Drexel University in Human Resources Development. She is passionate about education and is dedicated to ensuring that children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen are able to make their higher education dreams a reality. She resides in Alexandria, Virginia with her husband and two children, Emory and Lincoln.
The Opportunity: Grants Manager (2 Positions)
MCSF - Grants Manager - Job Description (PDF Download)
Position Summary
For over 60 years the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation has been Honoring Marines by Educating Their Children, providing higher education scholarships to children of Marines across all 50 US states and overseas. The Grants Manager plays a critical role in advancing the Foundation’s mission by securing grant funding to support MCSF’s annual fundraising goal. This position is responsible for managing a portfolio of grantors, researching and developing compelling grant proposals, strengthening existing partnerships, and ensuring compliance with grant requirements. The Grants Manager will collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to maximize funding opportunities and demonstrate the impact of grant investments.
Responsibilities and Qualifications
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work with 90+ grant organizations, including current grantors and newly identified grantors with mission alignment, to secure $1.5M in annual revenue generation.
- Research, develop, and submit grant proposals to secure new funding opportunities and strengthen existing partnerships. Coordinate with internal departments to ensure grant proposals are achievable and objectives and deliverables can be accomplished.
- Collaborate with the Director of Advancement to manage the grant program, including tracking systems, reporting schedules, and compliance requirements.
- Collaborate with the Directors of Philanthropy on their foundation and corporate relationship management.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with philanthropic organizations through correspondence, calls, meetings, and events. Represent the Foundation at events, sharing outcomes and success stories to engage investors and prospects.
- Draft compelling, timely grant reports to demonstrate the impact and success of the Foundation's partnerships with grant-makers.
- Maintain a comprehensive library of current support documents and templates for proposals and reports.
- Contribute to the overall mission and vision of the Foundation by performing other duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of fundraising or grant management in a nonprofit environment; donor-centered fundraising experience preferred.
- A Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Commitment to the Foundation’s mission and core values of teamwork, trust and integrity, and drive and enthusiasm for results.
- Ability to offer flexible thinking, work in a team environment with autonomy, take initiative, and be a proactive self-starter.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent writing, interpersonal and analytical skills with an ability to engage effectively with a wide range of audiences through written and verbal communication.
- Ability to use discretion and handle confidential information.
- Demonstrated skills in utilizing a CRM database, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Outlook, Word, Teams, PowerPoint, and advanced Excel.
- A writing assignment will be required as part of the interview process.
Working Conditions
- Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
- Position located in Alexandria, VA; and reimbursement of relocation expenses not offered.
- Position is eligible to participate in hybrid telework policy after an onboarding period, with up to two telework days per week.
- Must be able to work outside normal working hours (evenings and weekends) as needed to accomplish the Foundation’s mission, with some work-related travel 1-3 times a year.
Applications & Nominations
The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation has partnered with Boyden Executive Search. For more information about this opportunity or to submit a cover letter and resume, please email:
Lisa Vuona
Managing Partner, Boston
lvuona@boyden.com
LinkedIn
Lisa Vuona has decades of experience in executive search and human resource management, primarily in the non-profit, healthcare and education sectors. She is distinguished by her track record and network, and by her approach, which combines the strategic power of data with a finely tuned ability to understand the client’s organization and identify high-caliber leaders who fit the culture.
Lindsey Gale
Executive Search Consultant, Boston
lgale@boyden.com
LinkedIn
Lindsey Gale has extensive experience in social impact with nearly 25 years of success in executive search, fundraising and consulting. She is an accomplished recruiter, fundraiser, and community influencer, and applies these skills to help individuals and a variety of non-profit organizations achieve their goals.
Don’t check off all the boxes or meet every single requirement? We have learned that potential candidates hesitate when applying for a job unless they meet every single requirement. Boyden Boston is dedicated to inclusivity and valuing diversity and equity in the workplace. If this opportunity excites you, but your background may not be a perfect match, we still encourage you to apply.
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