Sit Stay Read!
The Director of Programs and Partnerships (DPP) is a member of SitStayRead’s leadership team, and a thought partner for the Executive Director. They oversee the implementation and evaluation of school and community programs, as well as the development of new curricula and program staff capacity. The DPP is an experienced educator and manager, who is passionate about literacy as a key driver of many human outcomes and fundamental to social justice in a democratic society. This position is located in Chicago. Learn more.
The Brinson Foundation
The Brinson Foundation is seeking to hire a highly qualified candidate with excellent communication, analytic, and administrative skills to fill a full-time Grants Manager position. Prior engagement with foundations, databases, or other relevant nonprofit experience is preferred. The candidate must have the ability to interact with a variety of external and internal audiences, including Foundation and family office staff, board members, and university and other nonprofit representatives. This position is located in Chicago (remote work is not offered). Learn more.
Lloyd A. Fry Foundation
The Lloyd A. Fry Foundation seeks a Grants Associate to support the accurate and timely processing of grants across all program areas. This is a full-time, high-trust role responsible for moving grants through the pipeline from submission to payment, maintaining data integrity in the Foundation’s grants management system, and serving as a professional and responsive point of contact for grantees and board members. This position is located in Chicago. Learn more.
Depaul USA
Depaul USA is a dynamic, faith-inspired national nonprofit on a mission to end homelessness and change lives. Rooted in the Vincentian values of compassion, dignity, and practical action, Depaul USA offers a continuum of care—from supportive and affordable housing to day programs, medical respite, and social enterprise. Every program is designed to break the cycle of homelessness by improving health, economic stability, and long-term housing security. This position is located in Chicago. Learn more.
Housing Action Illinois
Housing Action is looking for a strategic, mission-driven fundraiser passionate about housing justice. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to establish funder relationships. We seek someone to lead our grant writing, prospecting, and impact tracking, while also growing our individual giving and overseeing our annual benefit. The Development Manager will have the opportunity to shape strategy, not just execute it. This position is located in Chicago and is hybrid. Learn more.
Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council (NREC)
The mission of the Illinois Nutrient Research & Education Council (NREC) is to fund science-based research and educational programs that optimize nutrient use efficiency, improve soil fertility, and protect water quality. Created to support the state’s Nutrient Loss Reduction Strategy, NREC connects agriculture with environmental stewardship to ensure farmers can maximize yields while minimizing environmental impacts. This position is located in Springfield/Bloomington, IL (remote). Learn more.
Care for Friends
The Executive Director is the primary leader of Care for Friends, responsible for executing strategy, leading fundraising efforts, overseeing operations, and serving as the organization’s key external representative. The Executive Director will report to the Board of Directors of the organization. This is a second-stage leadership role: the foundation is strong, and the next leader will focus on building greater consistency, scalability, and long-term sustainability. This position is located in Chicago and is hybrid. Learn more.
Girls in the Game
Girls in the Game seeks a full-time Development & Events Manager to support fundraising events, individual giving, donor engagement, and the Auxiliary Board. Ideal candidates are organized, collaborative, and strong communicators who enjoy relationship building and event planning. Hybrid schedule and excellent benefits offered. To apply, send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to [email protected] . This position is located in Chicago. Learn more.
Girls in the Game
Girls in the Game is seeking a full-time Grants Manager to support foundation, corporate, and government grant efforts. Responsibilities include grant writing, reporting, research, and collaboration with program and finance staff. Strong writing and organizational skills required. Hybrid schedule and excellent benefits offered. To apply, submit a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to [email protected] . This position is located in Chicago. Learn more.
Advance Illinois
Advance Illinois seeks an experienced Director of Development to grow and diversify the funding base we rely on to support our $3.7M annual budget. The organization launched in 2008 and has been highly successful in building a loyal base of foundation and individual donors. The ideal candidate will be committed to strengthening public education and be adept at communicating Advance Illinois’ mission, vision and strategies to a wide range of outside partners. This position is located in Chicago. Learn more.
Woodstock Institute
The Director of Policy and Advocacy (“Director”) reports to the President and Chief Executive Officer and leads Woodstock’s policy advocacy and government relations work at the local, state, and national levels. The Director supervises the Advocacy Associate and collaborates with the Director of Applied Research in helping to set the organization’s research agenda and develops and disseminates the organization’s policy positions. Recognizing that successful advocacy can depend on effective communication, the Director assists with the development and implementation of communications plans. Travel to Springfield, Illinois, and Washington, D.C. is necessary. This position is located in Chicago. Learn more.
The Richard H. Driehaus Foundation
In line with the Foundation’s ambitious agenda and increased giving, the Senior Program
Director will lead the Built Environment program and play a key role in developing and
implementing program goals and objectives.
This position is located in Chicago, IL. Learn more.
Richard L. Duchossois Foundation
With responsibility for developing and leading an integrated communications strategy primarily focused on building bridges and trust within the philanthropic and non-profit landscapes, the Communications Manager will advance the RLD Foundation’s mission, strengthen its position as an open thought-partner, and amplify the impact of grantee partners. The role oversees communications, including thought leadership content, media relations, digital channels, publications, and executive communications. This position is located in Chicago. Learn More
The Network: Advocating Against Domestic Violence
The Enrollment Support Specialist supports survivor access to financial assistance through The Network’s Survivor Fund. This role guides applicants through the enrollment process, reviews documentation for completeness, maintains accurate records, and ensures timely communication. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to survivor-centered, equitable service delivery. This position is located at 33 N Dearborn Street, Chicago and is hybrid. Learn More
Prevention First
We seek passionate individuals to join our Board and help advance our mission of equipping communities with the resources they need to prevent substance misuse and promote safety and well-being. Ideal candidates bring expertise in one or more of the following areas: public health research and evaluation,equity-driven frameworks, business development, or fundraising. If interested, please send a letter of interest and resume to CEO Karel Homrig at [email protected] . This position is located in Illinois. Learn More
City Elementary
City Elementary seeks a Director of Development who will lead all fundraising efforts, reporting to the Head of School and the Board of Directors. The Director of Development is an entrepreneurial role, bolstered by enthusiastic support and collaboration from Board members, teachers, parents, and school leaders. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-starter who wants to make an impact in the lives of neurodiverse children and wants to shape the future of a growing nonprofit organization. This position is located in Chicago and is hybrid. Several days per week at our school in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, some days of work-from-home negotiable, and meetings onsite with potential supporters. Learn More
