Grants Manager

The Grants Manager plays a critical role in securing funding to advance WQW’s mission and strategic objectives. This position is responsible for managing a comprehensive grants program, from prospect research through award stewardship and compliance.

Reports to: Chief Development Officer (CDO)

Warriors & Quiet Waters (WQW) is a national leader in veteran transformation. Based in Bozeman, Montana, we empower post‑9/11 combat veterans and their loved ones to thrive – helping them rediscover purpose, rebuild trust, and reclaim their sense of mission after service. We do this through the Built for More program, a rigorous nine‑month journey rooted in what science tells us drives human thriving: nature, challenge, connection, and reflection.

Our impact isn’t anecdotal – it’s measured. WQW is independently evaluated by Syracuse University’s Institute for Veterans & Military Families, and in 2026, we’ll launch a randomized controlled trial to deepen our evidence base. Our model works. And we’re growing.

WQW is more than a program – it’s a culture. We are a high‑performing, mission‑obsessed team driven by shared values and a relentless commitment to excellence. We believe thriving veterans make America stronger – and that transformation doesn’t happen by accident or overnight. It takes leadership, discipline, trust, and a team that’s committed to seeing it through and getting it right.

If you’re looking to join a principled, purpose‑driven organization where your role will shape lives – and where you’ll be expected to grow, challenge, and inspire others every day – this might be the most meaningful role of your career.

• Research, identify, and cultivate foundation and corporate funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities and capacity.
• Prepare and submit compelling grant proposals that clearly articulate organizational needs, impact, and alignment with funder priorities. Collaborate with Department Heads or Project Leads to ensure realistic budgets and achievable deliverables.

• Utilize Salesforce to maintain comprehensive oversight of all active and prospective grants, including foundation and corporate portals, submission requirements, and reporting deadlines.
• In coordination with Department or Project Leads, ensure full compliance with all grant terms, conditions, and regulatory requirements throughout the grant lifecycle.
• Adhere to and improve upon existing systems for tracking grant deliverables, budgets, and performance metrics.

• Prepare timely, accurate, and compelling grant reports that demonstrate impact and outcomes to funders.
• Collaborate with program staff and leadership to collect impact metrics, success stories, and qualitative data for reporting and stewardship.
• Maintain regular communication with funders to build relationships and ensure satisfaction with grant outcomes.
• Develop stewardship strategies to cultivate long‑term partnerships and repeat funding.

• Work closely with leadership team to align grant strategy with organizational strategic plan and priorities.
• Coordinate with development team to ensure integrated approach to fundraising.
• Provide regular updates to leadership on grant pipeline, success rates, and funding projections.

• Minimum of five years of experience in the nonprofit sector with a demonstrated track record of fundraising success, including securing and managing six‑figure and multi‑year grants.
• Demonstrated track record of securing grants from foundations, corporations, and/or government sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts into compelling narratives.
• High emotional intelligence with a proven ability to cultivate, steward, and sustain meaningful relationships with foundation partners, program staff, and cross‑functional teams.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in grant management software and database systems.
• Knowledge of nonprofit financial management and…