Part Time Executive Director for Grandview Education Foundation

The scope of services covers aspects of fundraising, grant writing and managing/leading the Foundation's activities.  The Executive Director is overseen by the Foundation Board of Directors. The mission of the Grandview Education Foundation is to partner with the Grandview Community and the Grandview C-4 School District to enhance the educational opportunities for the students and staff of the District.

Specific Services
Administrative- File annual business registration; file other city, state, and federal reports; promptly respond to phone, mail, email, text, and social media inquiries; monitor Foundation's mailbox; write and submit grant funding applications.

Fundraising- Raise $15,000 annually beyond existing donors/sponsors/grants; work with the Development and Program Coordinator and Board to plan and organize events and fundraising opportunities.

Event Planning- Work with the Development and Program Coordinator to create and support committees to plan and execute the following events: Heroes for Education 5K, Trivia Night, Alumni Recognition Brunch, Cover to Cover Summer Reading Program and others as determined by the Board.

Community Relations- Present to various community organizations and participate in various community events to promote the Foundation.

Grandview School District Relations- Work closely with District leadership and staff to support fundraising for GEF (Dollars for Scholars, Heroes for Education 5K, Trivia Night, e.g.).

Alumni Relations- Use alumni database and Facebook Alumni pages to get support for Foundation activities and fundraising; maintain relationships with supporting alumni through GEF newsletters and emails for future events.

Support Staff Grant and Student Scholarship Processes- Promote staff grant opportunities; work with District leadership to encourage staff to apply; assist with grant application submissions, and help with grant selections; seek new donors for scholarships; promote scholarship opportunities; work with the high school counselors; assist with the selection of recipients and presentation of scholarships at Honors Night.

Board of Directors Support- Attend all Board meetings and events; provide monthly reports on progress toward designated outcomes; supply all materials and reports needed for effective oversight and decision making.

Financial- Assist Foundation treasurer with financial accounting and reporting.

Technology- Maintain current software licenses for Foundation technology.

Contract Value is $25,000-$30,000 annually, based on experience, with incentive potential.