Application Guide

How to Apply for Institutional Giving Manager

at National LGBTQ Task Force

🏢 About National LGBTQ Task Force

The National LGBTQ Task Force is the nation's oldest national LGBTQ advocacy organization, uniquely focused on building grassroots power and advancing racial, economic, and gender justice. Working here means joining a legacy of movement-building that centers the most marginalized voices and creates systemic change.

About This Role

As Institutional Giving Manager, you will be the driving force behind securing major foundation, corporate, and government grants that fund the Task Force's critical advocacy, training, and organizing work. Your success directly fuels campaigns for LGBTQ equality, from policy wins to community empowerment.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start by reviewing a grant deadline calendar and drafting a letter of inquiry for a new foundation prospect. Mid-morning, you collaborate with the program team to gather data for a mid-year report, then spend the afternoon cultivating a major donor relationship over a virtual coffee meeting, followed by updating the CRM with next steps.

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🎯 Who National LGBTQ Task Force Is Looking For

  • A fundraiser with at least 3 years of experience securing six- and seven-figure, multi-year foundation awards, ideally in social justice or nonprofit advocacy.
  • An exceptional writer who can craft compelling, equity-rooted narratives that align with the Task Force's mission and values.
  • A strategic relationship builder who can manage a portfolio of high-value funders and advance them through the pipeline with personalized stewardship.
  • Tech-savvy with strong proficiency in donor databases (Raiser's Edge preferred) and experience using data to track and report on fundraising goals.

📝 Tips for Applying to National LGBTQ Task Force

1

In your cover letter, explicitly name a foundation or corporate funder you've secured a multi-year grant from and describe the equity lens you applied.

2

Tailor your resume to highlight grant writing and reporting experience for social justice organizations, using metrics like total dollars raised and renewal rates.

3

Research the Task Force's current campaigns (e.g., Queer the Census, Winter Party) and mention how your fundraising could support them.

4

If you have experience with Raiser's Edge, highlight it prominently; if not, demonstrate proficiency with a similar CRM and willingness to learn.

5

Submit a writing sample that shows your ability to tell a compelling story about impact, not just list activities—preferably from a previous grant.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your commitment to LGBTQ+ equity and understanding of intersectional social justice.', 'Proven track record of securing large, multi-year foundation grants with specific examples.', 'Your approach to building authentic, long-term relationships with funders beyond transactional asks.', 'How you integrate equity and inclusion into your fundraising messaging and strategy.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review the Task Force's 'Creating Change' conference and Winter Party Festival—two key fundraising events.
  • → Read their latest annual report and strategic plan to understand current priorities and funding needs.
  • → Familiarize yourself with their policy advocacy on issues like non-discrimination protections and voting rights.
  • → Check their recent press releases and blog posts to see how they frame their impact and messaging.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Describe a time you turned a declined grant into a funded opportunity. What was your strategy?
2 How do you ensure grant proposals reflect an equity lens and center marginalized communities?
3 Walk us through your process for managing a portfolio of 20+ funders and tracking deadlines.
4 How would you collaborate with program staff to gather compelling impact stories for reports?
5 What experience do you have with Raiser's Edge or similar databases, and how do you use data to inform strategy?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Sending a generic cover letter that doesn't mention the Task Force's specific mission or campaigns.
  • Overlooking the equity requirement—don't just talk about fundraising; show you understand social justice framing.
  • Failing to provide concrete metrics (dollar amounts, number of grants) in your resume and examples.

📅 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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