Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio
Job overview
The Director of Development leads major gift fundraising efforts to support the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio's mission, focusing on cultivating corporate and individual donors to ensure sustainable organizational growth.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing a portfolio of 150 donors, executing fundraising campaigns, maintaining donor stewardship, collaborating with grants and corporate partners, overseeing partnership agreements, supporting events, reporting to senior leadership, and managing budget and administrative tasks.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of successful experience in corporate partnership development or fundraising, proven ability to secure large donations, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency with CRM and project management tools is preferred.
Work environment and culture
The position is part of a collaborative 5-person team focused on sustainable growth through diverse fundraising strategies, indicating a team-oriented and mission-driven work environment.
Company information
Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio is a nonprofit organization dedicated to youth development through community support and philanthropy.
Team overview
The candidate will join a highly collaborative 5-person development team working closely with senior leadership and other departments.
Unique job features
The job offers unique opportunities to engage with national partners, manage significant corporate relationships, and influence fundraising strategy for a well-established nonprofit.
Company overview
Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for young people, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds. They offer a variety of programs focusing on academic success, healthy lifestyles, and character development. The organization generates revenue through donations, grants, and fundraising events. Founded in 1939, it has a long history of community involvement and has positively impacted countless lives through its comprehensive youth development initiatives.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your success in securing five- and six-figure corporate donations and your expertise in managing diverse donor portfolios, emphasizing your ability to cultivate and solicit major gifts aligned with Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio's mission.
Focus on showcasing your skills in developing and executing fundraising campaigns, partnership management, and your familiarity with corporate social responsibility trends, as these are key to the Director of Development role.
Apply through multiple platforms including the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio corporate website, LinkedIn, and other job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with current development team members or the Chief Development Officer at Boys & Girls Clubs of San Antonio; use ice breakers like commenting on recent fundraising campaigns or expressing your enthusiasm for their community impact work to start conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'major gift solicitation,' 'donor stewardship,' 'corporate partnership development,' 'fundraising campaigns,' and 'moves management' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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