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Community Foundation Jobs in Colorado (NOW HIRING)

Accountant

Denver, CO ยท On-site

$69K - $80K/yr

Description ABOUT ROSE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Rose Community Foundation strives to strengthen local communities, expand opportunities and address critical needs in Greater Denver and beyond through ...

ABOUT ROSE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION Rose Community Foundationstrives tostrengthen local communities, expand opportunitiesand address critical needs inGreater Denver and beyondthrough values-driven ...

The Foundation brings together donors, community partners, and changemakers to address the region's most pressing challenges and advance racial equity. What We Offer Medical, life, and disability ...

Automation Network Technician

Longmont, CO ยท On-site

$41K/yr

The opportunity to participate in charitable events through our charity, RedTail Community Foundation. What You Will Be Doing: * Install and troubleshoot industrial Ethernet networks * Configure and ...

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The opportunity to participate in charitable events through our charity, RedTail Community Foundation. What You Will Be Doing: * Install and troubleshoot industrial Ethernet networks * Configure and ...

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Automation Network Technician

Longmont, CO ยท On-site

$41K/yr

The opportunity to participate in charitable events through our charity, RedTail Community Foundation. What You Will Be Doing: * Install and troubleshoot industrial Ethernet networks * Configure and ...

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Electrical Thermographer

Longmont, CO ยท On-site

$25.75 - $34.25/hr

The opportunity to participate in charitable events through our charity, RedTail Community Foundation. What You Will Be Doing: * You will be performing thermography for approximately 80% of your time ...

... charity, RedTail Community Foundation. What you will be Doing: โ€ข Install, commission, maintain, and troubleshoot VFDs, soft starters, and motor control equipment. โ€ข Diagnose electrical ...

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How much do community foundation jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for community foundation in Colorado is $19.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $20.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a community foundation?

A Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that pools and manages charitable funds from individuals, families, and businesses to support local causes and community needs. These foundations work to improve the quality of life in a specific geographic area by making grants to nonprofits, schools, and other community organizations. They also help donors achieve their philanthropic goals by providing expertise and flexible giving options. Community foundations play a crucial role in addressing community challenges and fostering long-term growth and stability.

What are the typical responsibilities of staff working at a community foundation?

Staff at community foundations often engage in a variety of tasks, including managing grant applications, working with donors to establish charitable funds, coordinating community outreach events, and evaluating the impact of funded programs. Collaboration across teams is common, as staff members frequently work with finance, communications, and program departments to ensure smooth operations and effective community engagement. The role can be both rewarding and fast-paced, offering opportunities to build relationships with local nonprofits and community leaders.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community foundation professional, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Foundation professional, you need expertise in nonprofit management, fundraising, grantmaking, and community engagement, often supported by a degree in nonprofit management, public administration, or a related field. Familiarity with donor management systems, grant tracking software, and financial reporting tools is typically required. Strong relationship-building, communication, and strategic thinking skills help professionals effectively connect with donors and community partners. These abilities are crucial for maximizing impact, ensuring financial sustainability, and fostering trust within the community.

What is the difference between Community Foundation vs Nonprofit Program Coordinator?

AspectCommunity FoundationNonprofit Program Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree often required; certifications like CFRE are a plusBachelor's degree in social work, nonprofit management, or related field; certifications vary
Work EnvironmentFundraising events, grant management, community outreach in office and fieldProgram implementation, community engagement, event planning in nonprofit settings
Employer & IndustryFoundations supporting multiple nonprofits, community developmentIndividual nonprofit organizations, charities, social service agencies

While both roles focus on community impact, a Community Foundation manages funds and grants across multiple nonprofits, whereas a Nonprofit Program Coordinator directly implements programs within a specific organization. The foundation oversees broader community initiatives, while the coordinator handles day-to-day program activities.

What are popular job titles related to Community Foundation jobs in Colorado?

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What cities in Colorado are hiring for Community Foundation jobs?

Cities in Colorado with the most Community Foundation job openings:

Infographic showing various Community Foundation job openings in Colorado as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,376 per year, or $19.4 per hour.

Philanthropic Services Coordinator

Denver, CO โ€ข On-site

Rose Community Foundation
Charitable Organizationsย โ€ขย 11 - 50 employees

$57K - $64K/yr

Full-time

Posted 18 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support for the Philanthropic Services department, including scheduling meetings and submitting expenses.

  • Enter incoming funds into the Foundation's database, manage gift reporting, and generate acknowledgment and tribute letters.

  • Project-manage donor learning and engagement events, including preparing materials and organizing event logistics.


Job description

Description
ABOUT ROSE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Rose Community Foundation strives to strengthen local communities, expand opportunities and address critical needs in Greater Denver and beyond through values-driven philanthropy across a range of issue areas including health, economic opportunity, education, Jewish life and more. The Foundation envisions a thriving region strengthened by its diversity and generosity, and it utilizes the varied tools at its disposal - grantmaking, advocacy, convening, investments and philanthropic services - to advance this aspiration.
Rose Community Foundation originated from the 1995 sale of Rose Medical Center, founded by the Jewish community in the late 1940s at a time when Jewish doctors and doctors of color were denied hospital privileges elsewhere due to discrimination. Since the Foundation's inception three decades ago, Rose Community Foundation has granted more than $450 million to nonprofit organizations and initiatives in the seven-county Greater Denver area and beyond. The Foundation has $433 million in total assets under management, with annual grantmaking and distributions of nearly $30 million - roughly $11 million of which are the Foundation's annual discretionary grantmaking dollars and approximately $10 million of which are granted from donor-advised funds to nonprofit organizations of their choosing around the state, country and world.
SUMMARY
Rose Community Foundation seeks a Philanthropic Services Coordinator to support the activities of the Philanthropic Services department with a focus on administrative duties, events, meetings, and donor relations. The ideal candidate is an organized, detail-oriented, tech-savvy and collaborative people-person with a passion for philanthropy and community. The Philanthropic Services Coordinator is a member of the Philanthropic Services team, which is focused on growing resources for regional good, stewarding and supporting the Foundation's donors and donor-advised and nonprofit fundholders, and creating and sustaining philanthropic partnerships, fundraising campaigns and giving circles.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
โ€ข Provide day-to-day administrative support for the Philanthropic Services (PS) department, including scheduling internal, external and cross-departmental meetings and events, team meeting coordination, and submitting department-wide expenses.
โ€ข Enter all incoming funds into the Foundation's database, manage weekly gift reporting, and generate gift acknowledgement and tribute letters.
โ€ข Project-manage donor learning and engagement events.
โ€ข Provide administrative support for other Philanthropic Services events and meetings, including preparing materials, organizing catering, set-up, technology, and notetaking.
โ€ข Conduct and support donor, fundholder, and giving circle prospect research and special projects related to donor and fundholder development.
โ€ข Participate in the regular maintenance and management of the Foundation's CRM database, including entering and updating profile records, participating in database cleanup projects and recording stakeholder engagement as needed.
โ€ข Provide as-needed support for Foundation-wide and cross-departmental event planning and execution.
โ€ข Provide back-up support to the Philanthropic Initiatives Coordinator.
โ€ข Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY
The Philanthropic Services Coordinator reports to the Chief Philanthropy Officer and does not have administrative support or direct reports.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
Required
โ€ข At least four years' experience with administrative responsibilities, meeting or event coordination, and/or gifts management
โ€ข Strong technology skill set, including experience with a range of databases and software, including CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite
โ€ข Experience with project management and ability to track multiple work streams and competing priorities under deadline
โ€ข Experience providing excellent customer service to external and internal stakeholders via phone, email, and in person
โ€ข A self-starter and team player who takes direction and feedback well, can successfully work collaboratively, independently, and proactively
โ€ข Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing clear, accurate written communications and ensuring consistency and quality across deliverables
โ€ข Able to attend occasional evening and weekend events and meetings
Preferred
โ€ข Bachelor's or associate degree or equivalent life and work experience
โ€ข Experience with philanthropic operations, administration, and prospect research software
โ€ข Working knowledge of Foundant's CommunitySuite