Application Guide

How to Apply for Director, Institutional Giving

at Shatterproof

🏢 About Shatterproof

Shatterproof is a national nonprofit dedicated to ending the addiction crisis through evidence-based programs, advocacy, and public education. Working here means joining a mission-driven team during a period of transformative growth, where you can help build systems that will shape the future of addiction support.

About This Role

As the Director of Institutional Giving, you will lead and evolve Shatterproof's foundation and grant-based fundraising strategy, reporting to the VP of Philanthropic Investment. This role is pivotal in securing the resources needed to scale programs and advocacy efforts, directly impacting the organization's ability to reverse the addiction crisis.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve drafting a letter of inquiry for a new foundation prospect, meeting with the VP to align on fundraising goals, and collaborating with program staff to gather impact data for a report. You might also review grant proposals from your team, research new funding opportunities, and prepare for a call with a current funder.

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🎯 Who Shatterproof Is Looking For

  • Proven experience in institutional fundraising, with a track record of securing six- and seven-figure grants from foundations.
  • Strategic thinker who can build and implement a comprehensive institutional giving plan from the ground up.
  • Excellent written and verbal communicator, able to craft compelling proposals and reports that resonate with funders.
  • Collaborative and proactive, comfortable working cross-functionally and with senior leadership to align fundraising goals.
  • Passionate about Shatterproof's mission and motivated by the opportunity to make a systemic impact on addiction.

📝 Tips for Applying to Shatterproof

1

Tailor your resume to highlight specific fundraising achievements, including dollar amounts raised and foundation relationships cultivated.

2

Research Shatterproof's current programs (e.g., Recovery Ready Workplace, ATLAS) and mention them in your cover letter to show genuine interest.

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Emphasize your experience in building or scaling fundraising programs, as Shatterproof values a 'builder's mindset.'

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Quantify your impact in previous roles, such as growth in grant revenue or number of new foundation partners.

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Ensure your application materials reflect strong writing skills, as crafting grant proposals is a core part of the role.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your alignment with Shatterproof's mission and your passion for ending the addiction crisis.", 'Specific examples of how you have successfully secured major foundation grants and built long-term funder relationships.', 'Your ability to develop and implement institutional giving strategies in a growth-oriented environment.', 'Your collaborative approach and experience working with program teams to craft compelling funding requests.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review Shatterproof's website to understand their key programs, recent initiatives, and impact statistics.
  • → Look at their annual report and recent press releases to see how they communicate their work and funding needs.
  • → Research their current foundation partners and major donors to understand the funding landscape.
  • → Follow Shatterproof on social media and read their blog to grasp their tone and public messaging.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you approach developing a pipeline of foundation prospects for Shatterproof?
2 Can you describe a time you turned a challenging funder relationship into a successful partnership?
3 How do you stay informed about trends in foundation giving and align them with organizational priorities?
4 Given Shatterproof's rapid growth, how do you prioritize competing fundraising opportunities?
5 What metrics do you use to track the success of institutional fundraising efforts?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Sending a generic cover letter that could apply to any nonprofit fundraising job—make it Shatterproof-specific.
  • Overemphasizing corporate or individual giving experience if you lack foundation-specific expertise.
  • Failing to demonstrate a builder's mindset; avoid solely highlighting maintenance of existing systems without showing how you've created new ones.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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