Lifetime Arts is recruiting two new staff positions. Join our team to help change the way we age.

About Lifetime Arts

Lifetime Arts is a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing creative aging practices that enhance the health and well-being of older adults. Since our founding in 2008, we’ve envisioned a world free from ageism and social isolation, where creative aging is recognized as a fundamental right and vital to healthy aging. Through training, partnerships, and advocacy, we promote meaningful arts engagement for older adults, reduce social isolation, and foster intergenerational connections. We collaborate with libraries, arts organizations, museums, senior centers, veterans homes, and healthcare providers to deliver programs that reshape perceptions of aging and highlight the power of creativity in lifelong learning. To date, we’ve trained over 10,000 professionals, launched 1,000+ creative aging programs in 44 states, and built a national network of 6,000+ supporters.

Our staff is composed of 8 full-time staff members and 11 part-time trainers. Our annual budget is approximately $1,500,000.

Lifetime Arts is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. We are doing the work to take our long-held anti-racist beliefs and turn them into intentional actions that impact our work and the way we run our organization.

Institutional Giving Manager

Lifetime Arts is seeking a mission-driven Institutional Giving Manager to join our fully remote team. In this role, you will lead grant writing, reporting, and prospect research efforts to secure and grow the resources that sustain our programs. Your work will strengthen our partnerships with foundations, government agencies and corporations and ensure our initiatives remain well-funded and impactful.

As the U.S. faces a rapidly aging population, outdated perceptions and systems limit opportunities for older adults. Lifetime Arts, founded in 2008, is transforming this narrative by integrating creative aging practices into older adult programming, services, and care across sectors nationally. Through meaningful artistic engagement, we combat social isolation, promote health, and highlight the valuable contributions of older adults.

To support our mission, we are seeking to grow and diversify our revenue for three core goals:

• Embed creative aging into state and federal aging plans through advocacy and public awareness.
• Expand access to creative aging programs for diverse communities across the country.
• Strengthen our organizational capacity by investing in staff development and systems.

As a key member of our 8-member team, the Institutional Giving Manager will play a vital role in advancing creative aging as a cornerstone of healthy aging. This position is fully remote with occasional travel for in-person staff retreats (employer-paid). You will report to the Executive Director and collaborate with the strategy team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Grant Writing (50%)

• Craft compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and renewal requests to secure funding from foundations, government agencies, and corporations.
• Translate Lifetime Arts’ systems-level work into grant narratives that align with diverse funding priorities, including Aging, Health and Human Services (e.g., social prescribing/social determinants of health), Arts and Culture (including Arts Education and Museums), Library Services, Housing, Veterans Services, Community Development, and Lifelong Learning.
• Collaborate closely with program, operations, and external affairs teams to gather data and insights for proposals that demonstrate impact.
• Develop customized proposals tailored to each funder’s unique interests, guidelines, and priorities.
• Manage the entire grant lifecycle, maintaining a comprehensive calendar of deadlines and ensuring timely submissions.

Prospect Research and Cultivation (25%)

• Conduct strategic prospect research to identify new institutional funding opportunities in key areas aligned with Lifetime Arts’ mission and growth strategy.
• Prioritize and recommend potential funders based on alignment with Lifetime Arts’ programs, goals, and future initiatives.
• Build and maintain a robust database of prospects, funders, and grant activities, ensuring accurate tracking of cultivation efforts and outcomes.
• Stay informed of national funding trends and emerging opportunities in institutional giving, contributing to the organization’s overall development strategy.

Reporting and Stewardship (25%)

• Prepare detailed, timely progress and final reports to funders, ensuring all grant requirements are met and Lifetime Arts’ outcomes are well-communicated.
• Collaborate with program and finance staff to gather the necessary financial data, metrics, and program results for reporting.
• Track, monitor, and communicate grant performance, using data to align future proposals with funder expectations and to maintain long-term relationships.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all grant-related activities, correspondence, and reporting requirements.
• Proactively engage funders with regular updates on Lifetime Arts’ work, impact stories, and ongoing initiatives to strengthen partnerships.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in grant writing, reporting, and prospect research, with a strong track record of securing foundation grants.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills with the ability to articulate the complexity and impact of Lifetime Arts’ multi-sector initiatives.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in research tools and databases for grant prospecting and funder research.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and communicate Lifetime Arts’ mission, goals, and programs to diverse funding audiences through compelling grant narratives.
• Excellent social and communication skills to establish and nurture relationships with funders, staff, and Board
• Knowledge of the nonprofit sector, including arts and aging issues, is highly desirable.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Compensation + Benefits

• $85 – $95K, commensurate with experience
• Subsidized Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible working hours (within reason; staff need to be regularly available for meetings during the core hours of 9:00am-3:00pm eastern time, M-Th)
• 20 days paid vacation, plus federal holidays off and flexible personal days
• A modest stipend to cover any necessary technology needs

Application + Interview Process

• October 29 – November 18: Application open, reviewed on a rolling basis
• November 18 – 27: Applications short-listed 
• December 2 – 9: First round of interviews
• December 10: Finalists Notified
• December 11 – 17: Final interview(s) with all staff. 
• December 20: Offer letter sent to candidate
• January 7: Start date (Preferred)

Lifetime Arts is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced fully remote, part-time Controller to join our team. The Controller will oversee the financial health of the organization by managing day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting HR and compliance activities. This role requires a highly organized individual who can manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with the executive team, auditors, and other staff members.

This fully remote position is part-time, 20-24 hours/week. The Controller reports to the Executive Director.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounting and Financial Management:
  • Manage all aspects of accounts receivable (A/R) and accounts payable (A/P), including invoicing, bill payments, payroll, and credit card expense tracking.
  • Maintain accurate financial records and coding in QuickBooks, ensuring timely report generation and data integrity.
  • Prepare standard monthly financial reports, including cash flow analysis and board reports.
  • Support ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as requested by the executive team.
• Budgeting and Vendor Relations:
  • Assist with pre-budget planning and contribute to the development of the annual budget.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director and Development staff on financial aspects of grant applications and reporting.
  • Communicate with vendors regarding payment terms, invoicing questions, and other financial concerns.
  • Maintain CRM entries to track invoices, individual giving, and grant and ensure payments are accurately recorded.
• HR and Benefits Administration:
  • Manage onboarding processes, including handling employee health insurance, 401k administration, and other benefits through Justworks PEO.
  • Assist in the development and execution of HR and financial operational policies with support from Executive Director and HR specialists through PEO service.
  • Oversee company insurance policies and manage audits related to benefits and compliance.
• Compliance and Audits:
  • Work with external auditors on the annual audit, including Form 990 filings and preparation of financial statements.
  • Act as a liaison with state agencies regarding invoicing procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Team Collaboration and Reporting:
  • Attend weekly staff meetings, weekly check-ins with the Executive Director, and other meetings as needed to clarify financial tasks and align on priorities.
  • Maintain and organize financial documents within the Google Finance Drive, ensuring timely sharing of contracts and relevant materials across the organization.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5+ years of accounting/finance experience, preferably in a nonprofit environment.
• Proficiency in QuickBooks, Google Suite, and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).
• Proficiency in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems like EveryAction, HubSpot or equivalent software is preferred.”
• Experience with HR platforms (such as Justworks) and familiarity with employee benefits management.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with grant management and reporting is a plus.

Compensation:

• $45K – $55K, commensurate with experience
• A modest stipend to cover any necessary technology needs for remote work
• Accrued sick leave, paid vacation time, and observance of federal holidays

Application and Interview Process

• October 29 – November 12: Application open, reviewed on a rolling basis
• November 12 – 18: Applications reviewed
• November 20 – 21: First round of interviews
• November 22: Finalists Notified
• November 25 & 26: Final interview
• November 27: Offer letter sent to candidate
• December 9: Start Date (preferred)