Corporate Partnerships Manager

The Pink Fund
Detroit Metropolitan Area
Posted 

Job Description

Position Summary

The Corporate Partnerships Manager is responsible for developing, securing, and stewarding high-value corporate relationships that advance Pink Fund’s mission and revenue goals. This role prospects for national corporate fundraising efforts, including corporate philanthropy, sponsorships, cause marketing, workplace giving, and advertising/sponsorship sales for Pink Fund’s digital magazine, Breast Cancer Wellness.

This is a high-impact, revenue-generating role ideal for a proactive, polished, and mission-driven fundraiser who excels at building partnerships that create meaningful social impact.


Key Responsibilities

Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorships (50%)

  • Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate partners across industries including healthcare, pharma, financial services, mortgage, insurance, retail, and consumer brands.
  • Develop customized partnership proposals.
  • Manage and grow new corporate relationships, ensuring exceptional stewardship and renewal.
  • Assist with corporate sponsorship strategy for Pink Fund’s annual gala and other signature events.
  • Collaborate with marketing to deliver sponsor benefits and donor visibility.

Cause Marketing & National Campaigns (20%)

  • Expand Pink Fund’s cause‑marketing and corporate‑giving portfolio by securing national and regional partnerships across point‑of‑sale fundraising, give‑back/percentage‑of‑sales promotions, and custom co‑branded campaigns or products.
  • Negotiate agreements, manage compliance, and ensure campaigns align with legal and brand standards.

Digital Magazine Sponsorship & Advertising (20%)

  • Assist with identifying additional sources for advertising sales, sponsored content, and annual sponsorship packages.
  • Build relationships with companies seeking targeted visibility to women, caregivers, and healthcare audiences.
  • Work with editorial and marketing teams to ensure seamless integration of sponsor content.

Strategic Partnerships (10%)

  • Support the development of strategic partnerships with pharmaceutical and industry partners to advance mission‑aligned programs and initiatives.
  • Work with community outreach staff to spot emerging partnership opportunities and develop new revenue‑generating initiatives.


Required Qualifications (Nonprofit Fundraising Focused)

  • 5–7+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with a strong emphasis on corporate giving, corporate philanthropy, CSR partnerships, or cause marketing.
  • Demonstrated success securing five- and six-figure corporate gifts, sponsorships, or cause marketing agreements for a nonprofit organization.
  • Experience managing a corporate fundraising portfolio, including prospecting, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
  • Familiarity with nonprofit fundraising best practices, donor stewardship, and ethical standards.
  • Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills; comfortable presenting to executives and corporate decision-makers.
  • Ability to manage multiple revenue streams and prioritize high-impact opportunities.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for mission-driven work.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing nonprofit environment.


Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $75,000–$100,000 annually, commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, a SIMPLE IRA retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.


To Apply

Please submit your resume, a cover letter detailing your relevant nonprofit fundraising experience, and examples of corporate partnerships you have secured to: Jennifer@thepinkfund.org

Please include: Corporate Partnerships Manager Job Application in the subject of the email.


About Pink Fund

Pink Fund provides 90-day non-medical financial support to breast cancer patients in active treatment, helping them meet basic cost-of-living expenses so they can focus on healing. Now celebrating our 20th anniversary, Pink Fund has grown into a nationally recognized nonprofit raising approximately $2.7 million annually through corporate partnerships, major gifts, cause marketing, grants, events, and individual giving.