Fund Development Director

JOB DESCRIPTION

YMCA of the Wabash Valley

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading nonprofit charitable organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The Fund Development Director is responsible for conceptualizing, organizing, and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program. In addition, this position oversees related special events, submits and tracks YMCA grant funding requests, and leads assigned donor acquisition efforts. The Fund Development Director serves as a member of the association’s leadership team and serves a key role in facilitating and securing donations for our association. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Create and implement fundraising strategies for the YMCA in collaboration with CEO.

1. Responsible for all aspects of securing resources for the YMCA, including developing and executing targeted campaigns for employees, members, board, and community supporters.

1. Develop case statements andkey messaging.

1. Identify, prospect, and target new donors.

1. Build relationships with new and existing donors and requestreferrals.

1. Make direct donor contact and solicitation requests to new and existing donors.

1. Educateand solicitYMCA members and donors onall three phases of donation opportunities (Endowment/Planned Giving Opportunities, Capital, AnnualGifts).

1. Submit grant funding requests to businesses,foundationsand other entities.

1. Manage the YMCA’s donor database.

1. Cultivate, steward, and recognize YMCA donors year-round through in person, electronic, and personal communication.

1. Train staff and volunteers in campaign set up, procedures and gift solicitation. 

1. Report regularly on progresstowardsreaching targets forfundraisingcampaigns.

1. Establish contact with media representatives. Write and submit press releases when appropriate.

1. Develop and managefundraisingbudget.

1. Oversee the execution of fundraising events in each community.

1. Attend community events and visit businesses in the community to promote the YMCA.

1. Serve as a member of the association leadership staff team.

1. Other duties as assigned. 

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, wellness, and financial security of our employees, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options for eligible plans
• Life Insurance coverage
• Telehealth Services for convenient access to care
• Supplemental Insurance Options (Aflac à la carte plans)
• Complimentary Gym Membership
• Employee Discount Program

LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:

• Communication & Influence
• Engaging Community
• Philanthropy

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience
• Previous marketing, sales, or fundraising related experience.
• Proven experience in cultivating and soliciting gifts.
• Ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic
  segments of thecommunity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skillsare required,including the ability to write and edit grant proposals, reports, and summaries.
• Ability to effectively and professionally present information to a variety of audiences.
• Demonstrated working knowledge and fluency of digital literacy apps such as Zoom, Teams, Whiteboard as well as AI apps such as ChatGPT, etc.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and management of confidential information.
• Ability to always demonstrate professional conduct.
• Experiencecollaboratingwith volunteers and committees to achieve desired outcomes.
• Workingknowledge of computers, Microsoft applications,social media technology,use of AI,and fundraising software and database management.
• Understanding of and enthusiasm for the YMCA’s mission and cause.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job,the employeeis required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate usinga computer/phone/smart device. 
• The employeemustfrequently sit and reach andbe able to move around the work environment. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to30pounds. 
• A moderateamount of local travel is required.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.