Job Requirements

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward mid-level donors, emerging major donors, and corporate partners.

• Manage and grow a portfolio of 100–125 donors and prospects through prospect research, personalized outreach, and regular face-to-face engagement.

• Develop and implement a corporate giving strategy aligned with Foundation priorities, focused on building and sustaining long-term partnerships.

• Plan and execute donor cultivation and fundraising initiatives, including meetings, tours, receptions, and engagement events.

• Lead sponsorship strategy and execution for Foundation fundraising events.

• Prepare donor-facing materials, including proposals, presentations, gift agreements, and impact reports.

• Partner with the stewardship team to design and implement comprehensive donor communication and stewardship plans.

• Serve as liaison to the Corporate Development Committee and other assigned committees.

• Collaborate with Foundation colleagues, shared services, and organizational partners to advance donor strategies and fundraising goals.

• Represent the Foundation at community, business, and networking events to enhance visibility and engagement.

• Maintain accurate and timely donor records, including contact reports, gifts, pledges, and biographical information, within the CRM system.

• Utilize data and reporting to strengthen the donor pipeline, identify prospects, and track fundraising performance.

• Support and participate in Foundation events, meetings, and key initiatives.

• Maintain a strong understanding of organizational programs, priorities, and policies to effectively communicate impact.

• Participate in development team planning, strategy development, and organizational meetings.

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Work Experience

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field.

• Five (5) years of fundraising experience, with demonstrated success securing charitable gifts.

• Experience in donor moves management, portfolio development, and stewardship.

• Experience with CRM platforms (e.g., Raiser’s Edge NXT, Blackbaud Analytics, ResearchPoint, iWave, Foundation Directory Online) or similar donor management systems.

• Previous experience working with donors and volunteers.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing demands, and ensure timely, high-quality outcomes.

Preferred:

• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) certification

• Previous experience working in a large, complex health or university setting.