Nonprofit Executive Search for Foundations: Find Leaders to Drive Your Mission
Finding the right leadership for foundations is critical to ensuring your mission and impact continue to grow. Maneva Group is one of the top nonprofit staffing firms for foundations.
Hiring the right leader significantly enhances fundraising, team cohesion, and overall organizational impact.
50K
US nonprofit executives in our extensive database
83%
of leaders placed in the last 2
yrs identify as female or a person of color
2.5
Months average time to hire
Our executive recruiting firm aggressively recruits the best leaders in the industry. Let our President explain how.
Why Choose Maneva Group for Foundation Leadership Recruitment?
Choosing the right partner for your nonprofit executive search is crucial to ensuring the long-term success of your foundation.
We help foundations find top executive talent who are not only experienced leaders but also deeply committed to their cause. We understand that nonprofit foundations have unique needs, and our search process is designed to match you with leaders who can drive success in the nonprofit world.
Deep Nonprofit Expertise
With years of experience in the nonprofit sector, we understand the unique challenges foundations face. Our team specializes in nonprofit executive search, ensuring we find leaders who are not only skilled but also aligned with your foundation’s mission and values.
Tailored Search for Your Foundation
We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We take the time to understand your foundation’s needs, culture, and long-term goals, delivering a custom search process that finds the perfect leader to match your organization.
Building Diverse and Inclusive Leadership Teams
We recognize that diverse leadership drives innovation and resilience. Therefore, we prioritize candidates from varied backgrounds who offer fresh perspectives and strategies, ensuring your leadership team is adaptable and forward-looking.
Access to Elite Nonprofit Talent
Through our extensive network of nonprofit professionals and leaders, we provide access to top-tier candidates. We tap into both active and passive talent pools to ensure you have a wide selection of qualified, mission-driven leaders.
Don’t take our word for it
Chief People Officer
“Process was thoughtful, smooth, and comprehensive. Every candidate was treated with respect… we came out of the process not only with a good candidate, but also looking good with the candidates that were not chosen.”
Lee Bodner
President, New Venture Fund Board Chair, Windward Fund
Senior Vice President
“Sneha has a rare ability to deeply understand the profile of a position, and strong intuition in sourcing diverse talent that could succeed. She’s incredibly effective and strategic in managing the hiring process and anticipates challenges and opportunities.”
Chris Hobbs
COO, Global Health Visions
Managing Director
“I cannot recommend Sneha highly enough. I had worked with a range of search consultants, including much larger firms…I really prefer someone who has a smaller client roster and who can really give me personalized, devoted attention.”
Jessica Love
Sr. Managing Director, Arabella
Inaugural President
“The thing that stood out was the way you talked about diversity in your searches. The candidate pool was rich… we had over 900 applications and they were quality candidates. We had some really talented people come to the table.”
Tiffani Bibb
Chief People & Culture Officer, Saga Education
President
“You were a fabulous partner…I appreciated the professionalism, the grace with which you conducted the search and partnered with us.”
Bruce Boyd
Executive Director, Morrison Family Foundation Board Member, Windward Fund
Executive Director
“We are mindful of every dollar and wondered if we could afford to hire Maneva Group. But now that we’re done, we really couldn’t afford not to for our inaugural Executive Director. You posed key questions to our board and founders, forcing the right conversations. And we had a great selection of A-list candidates. You were invaluable.”
Tom Hulsebosch
Board of Directors, Boxing Out Negativity
Chief Executive Officer
“You put together amazing candidates. We met a lot of larger firms…but the size of your firm quickly became a bonus because we worked with the A-team. We got candidates within weeks and finished the process in two months. We found a candidate we love and are excited for the new CEO to get started.”
Sean Vassilaros
Board Chair, Operation Underground Railroad
How Nonprofit Executive Search Firms for Foundations Work
- Personalized Consultation: Nonprofit executive search for foundations begins by understanding your foundation’s mission, culture, and leadership needs, crafting a candidate profile that ensures a perfect fit for your long-term goals.
- Rigorous Vetting : We conduct thorough screening and interviews to ensure candidates align with your foundation’s values and possess the leadership qualities you need.
- Seamless Placement & Support: After you select the ideal candidate, we handle negotiations and provide ongoing support to ensure a smooth transition and successful integration.
Partnering with nonprofit executive search firms for foundations ensures that your foundation has access to top-tier, mission-driven leaders who align with your organization’s goals.
The Importance of Nonprofit Executive Search for Foundations
- Lead with Vision: Provide strategic direction that aligns with the foundation’s long-term goals.
- Ensure Accountability: Oversee operations, ensuring all programs are effective and compliant with regulations.
- Build Relationships: Foster connections with donors, government agencies, and community partners to drive the foundation’s success.
- Promote Innovation: Embrace innovative solutions to address complex social issues and maximize impact.
Key Roles We Recruit For
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO): The CEO is responsible for overseeing the overall strategy and operations of the foundation. We find leaders who can manage large teams, lead fundraising initiatives, and drive mission success.
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO): The CFO is critical for managing the foundation’s financial health, ensuring effective grant management, and maintaining transparency with donors.
- Development Officer: Development Officers are key to driving fundraising efforts and securing donations for the foundation’s mission.
- Program Director: This role involves overseeing specific programs or initiatives, ensuring they align with the foundation’s goals and achieve their intended impact.
Foundation-Specific Talent Acquisition
- Sector-Specific Knowledge: We understand the nuances of foundation leadership roles, from grant management to donor engagement.
- Long-Term Focus: Our recruitment strategy is aimed at ensuring your new leaders drive sustainable growth and lasting impact.
- Broad Network: We have access to a vast pool of talent in the nonprofit world, enabling us to source candidates who are experts in foundation leadership.
Foundation-Specific Talent Acquisition
Are you seeking the next step in your career? Join our talent network today, and we’ll connect with you when an executive opportunity aligns with your skills and experience.