The Maryland Food Bank (MFB) is a nonprofit, anti-hunger organization whose mission is to feed people, strengthen communities, and end hunger for more Marylanders. MFB does this work by expanding access to nutritious food while also seeking to eliminate the root causes of hunger.
MFB distributes food through a statewide network of community-based organizations from Maryland’s western mountains to its Eastern Shore. Last year, the Maryland Food Bank distributed enough food to provide the equivalent of more than 41 million meals, or about 114,000 meals every day. This healthy food supports children, seniors, veterans, and hard-working families. Beyond food distribution, MFB works to end hunger for more Marylanders by offering job training programs, access to supportive services and benefits, and by advocating to change the laws, policies, and practices that create food insecurity for more than 1 in 3 Marylanders.
The Maryland Food Bank embraces a philosophy that recognizes and values diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain, and promote a talented, diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential.
About the position:
The Manager, Corporate Philanthropy is a relationship-driven role responsible for building and growing the Maryland Food Bank’s corporate partnership program. Working cross-functionally with internal teams, this position ensures a strong partner experience and supports key corporate initiatives and events. This role manages a portfolio of corporate partners and leads engagement strategies that integrate giving, volunteering, cause marketing, and mission-based experiences.
To help us better understand your qualifications and fit for the position, we kindly request that you attach a cover letter with your application.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Manage and grow a portfolio of 75–100 corporate partners and prospects, driving engagement, retention, and revenue.
- Serve as the primary relationship lead for a specific portfolio, developing and executing tailored engagement and communication strategies.
- Build long-term partnerships aligned with corporate social responsibility goals and MFB’s priorities.
- Implement corporate engagement strategies that integrate giving, volunteering, cause marketing, and sponsorship opportunities.
- Lead execution of the corporate engagement matrix, ensuring consistent, high-quality partner experiences.
- Support planning and execution of cause marketing campaigns, including promotions and point-of-sale initiatives.
- Coordinate cross-functional efforts to deliver partner assets, recognition, and impact reporting.
- Support corporate events and sponsorships, including partner engagement, benefit fulfillment, and post-event stewardship.
- Track and analyze portfolio performance, maintaining accurate records and providing insights to inform strategy and growth.
Basic Qualifications:
- 2–4+ years of fundraising, business development, or sales experience with a track record of meeting revenue goals.
- Experience managing a portfolio and driving pipeline development (outreach, cultivation, solicitation, and closing).
- Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in MS 365 and experience with fundraising databases.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and ability to travel as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar fundraising CRM.
- Experience implementing or operationalizing new programs, frameworks, or engagement strategies.
- Experience developing or supporting corporate engagement or partnership models.
Supervisory Responsibility:
- This position has no direct supervisory responsibility.
Work Environment:
- This is a hybrid role, requiring on-site presence at least three (3) days per week.
- Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and travel.
- Occasional visits to other MFB locations.
- This position operates primarily in an office environment with occasional movement around the warehouse.
Salary range:
- $70,000 - $75,000 / Annually
Nothing matters more to the Maryland Food Bank than our strong ethical and safety commitments. As such, all positions require a background check and drug screen.
To learn more about the Maryland Food Bank, visit www.mdfoodbank.org.