Overview
This role is crucial in aligning funding opportunities with the CAP and CAP Foundation’s missions, ensuring that both entities have the resources needed to fulfill their commitments to improving healthcare and advancing the field of pathology.
Specific Duties
Primary duties and responsibilities:
Grant Strategy Development: Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop a cohesive grant strategy supporting the CAP’s 501c6 educational, research, and advocacy efforts and the 501c3 philanthropic initiatives.
Identify and prioritize funding opportunities that align with the CAP’s professional programs, including education outreach, research funding, advocacy campaigns, and developing innovative tools and resources for pathologists.
Grant Writing and Submission: Prepare high-quality, well-researched, and persuasive grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and funding applications for both the CAP and the CAP Foundation.
Develop detailed project proposals, budgets, and supporting documentation that clearly articulate the goals, strategies, and anticipated outcomes of CAP’s professional programs and CAP Foundation’s philanthropic projects.
Ensure that all grant proposals reflect the unique objectives and compliance requirements of the respective entities, tailoring applications to meet the specific needs of the CAP’s educational and research initiatives, as well as the Foundation’s patient-facing programs.
Expansion of Grant Funding Sources: Research and engage with a diverse range of funding sources, including government agencies, private foundations, and corporate grant opportunities that support professional education, healthcare quality improvement, and public health.
Develop a robust pipeline of grant opportunities that support the CAP’s professional development initiatives, research grants, and advocacy efforts, as well as the Foundation’s community-focused programs like See, Test & Treat ®.
Facilitate collaboration and communication between funders and internal teams, ensuring that grant expectations are communicated and met.
Grant Administration and Compliance: Manage the administration of grants across both the CAP and the CAP Foundation, including tracking submission status, reporting deadlines, and deliverables.
Ensure strict compliance with all grant requirements and regulations, maintaining detailed records of grant activities and providing comprehensive reporting to funders.
Monitor grant-funded projects to ensure that both CAP’s initiatives and CAP Foundation’s programs are implemented in accordance with the terms of the grant and that all reporting obligations are met.
Prepare and deliver dashboard management reporting on the status of the grants and the related outcomes.
About The College of American Pathologists and College of American Pathologists Foundation
The College of American Pathologists (CAP) is the world's largest organization of board-certified pathologists and a leading provider of laboratory quality assurance programs. Dedicated to excellence in laboratory medicine, the CAP advocates for the vital role pathologists play in diagnosing disease and improving patient outcomes. Through accreditation programs, professional development resources, and a commitment to advancing pathology, the CAP helps ensure that patients receive accurate and timely diagnoses that drive effective treatment decisions.
The College of American Pathologists Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the CAP, committed to creating healthier communities by connecting pathologists with those in need. Through programs like See, Test & Treat, the Foundation provides free cancer screenings and health education to underserved populations, bridging gaps in care and empowering individuals with knowledge about their health. The CAP Foundation also supports the future of pathology through scholarships, grants, and opportunities for early-career pathologists, fostering innovation and growth in the specialty.
