The Fund-Raising Office plays a pivotal role in securing financial support for climate-related research projects at national, European, and international levels. Its key activities include:

• Strategic Fundraising Planning: in line with specific objectives, timelines, and budgets set by the Executive Leadership, the FR Office contributes to the development of long-term fundraising strategies aimed at expanding CMCC’s financial resources.
• Identifying and Analyzing Funding Opportunities: the FR Office constantly monitors, scouts, and evaluates funding sources, including public tenders, grants, sponsorships, and donations, that align with CMCC’s research objectives.
• Proposal Development and Submission: in collaboration with CMCC researchers and staff, the FR Office prepares high-quality grant proposals, ensuring compliance with eligibility, financial, and administrative requirements. It also drafts essential documentation, including financial, legal, and contractual agreements for selected calls and for all funding opportunities.
• Internal and External Coordination: the FR Office serves as a key liaison between CMCC researchers, directors, and management teams, as well as external partners and funding authorities, to ensure smooth communication and coordination throughout the proposal.
• Tracking and Reporting: yhe office monitors the progress of fundraising initiatives, tracking performance against goals, and providing regular updates and reports to internal stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Relations: building and nurturing relationships with donors, companies, institutions, and other stakeholders is a key focus. The office actively engages with potential funders, presenting CMCC’s research impact and securing partnerships for future projects.

By integrating these activities, the Fundraising Office supports the research center’s mission to advance scientific knowledge and develop innovative solutions to tackle climate change.

CMCC is a non-profit foundation and a charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code.