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About the Position
The Director of Grantmaking is a leadership role at MSA, reporting to Hannah White, Chief Impact Officer. This individual will lead MSA’s grantmaking efforts, overseeing program design, operations, growth, and impact measurement while managing a team of two direct reports and collaborating with others across the team. This role is critical in scaling MSA’s grant programs, ensuring systems and processes are optimized, and fostering strong relationships with partners.
Our grantmaking work started in 2021 with a $1 million grant program. In Fiscal Year 2026, MSA aims to grant over $14 million across 5 separate grant programs, continuing our trajectory of rapid growth. The Director of Grantmaking will ensure the success of these efforts while aligning grantmaking practices with MSA’s mission and strategic objectives.
MSA’s grantmaking function is a new standalone department that recently moved to the Impact Division, reporting to the Chief Impact Officer. The Director of Grantmaking will help manage this transition and take on departmental leadership responsibilities.
Location, Salary & Benefits
Main Street America is a remote-first organization with staff working across various locations within the United States.
This position offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 – $115,000 annually.
This is a full-time, non-exempt level position, eligible for full benefits, including health, dental, and life insurance, retirement benefits, and 3+ weeks of vacation, plus sick time and holidays. Click here to see benefits >
To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through Workable. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by January 29, 2026.
No phone calls, please.
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