Major Gifts Officer
The Major Gifts Officer secures funds for the organization by managing a group of assigned, qualified donors (caseload), ensuring as many as possible are retained as continuing donors to the organization and are upgraded in their giving and involvement. This role requires the ability to travel both locally and nationally on a regular basis and the ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as expected.
Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities Include:
• Qualify and maintain a caseload of 100-150 Major Gift donors
• Create individual goals and cultivation plans for each donor in the caseload based on capacity and affinity to the University. In a timely and methodical manner, the MGO will execute these plans
• Work with constituent groups within the University the MGO will gather case information and create compelling “Case for support” documents
• Coordinate cultivation and solicitation visits with donor/University staff as needed
• Serve as a resource to other Mission Advancement Staff in the identification and cultivation of supporters
• Prepares and submits a monthly dashboard report to the Asst. VP of Mission Advancement
• Performs other related duties as requested and assigned
Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience include:
• Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary
• Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
• Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Mission Advancement and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.
Knowledge and Skills Required:
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Master’s degree preferred
• Required qualifications include a minimum of 5 years of experience successfully cultivating and soliciting six and seven figure gifts for both restricted and unrestricted campaigns and previous experience balancing annual needs with ambitious capital campaign goals and donor priorities.
• Preferred qualifications include 10 years of experience successfully cultivating and soliciting six and seven figure gifts, a CFRE credential or other advanced credentials, and/or experience creating planned giving programs.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, analytical, problem solving, and time management skills.
• Understanding of direct marketing principles and relational donor bases
• Working knowledge of planned giving methods
• Thorough understanding of the Donor Bill of Rights
We thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of approximately 80,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an enrollment of over 3,000 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.
For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs
Review of application materials will begin immediately. Position will remain open until filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Major Gifts Manager:
The Legacy of Life Foundation is a dedicated mission of saving unborn lives by caring for pregnant mothers. By offering critical and ongoing support as well as counseling services to women in need, we aim to have a transformational impact on women’s lives. This is a great opportunity!
Job Summary:
The Major Gifts Manager plays a critical role in the fundraising and development efforts. This opportunity is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with a portfolio of key donors. The Major Gifts Manager will engage donors through regular phone calls, face-to-face meetings, and attendance at networking events. They will work closely with the fundraising team to support the organization’s mission and goals. This position will report directly to the Director of Development.
We offer an exceptional total compensation package inclusive of a full benefits package such as free health, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employee coverage, free life insurance, a 401k retirement plan with a company contribution of 3%, and a generous paid time off package.
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to denis@legacyoflifefoundation.org
About the Employer
Crisis Pregnancy Center
The Legacy of Life Foundation, a mission-driven organization dedicated to saving lives and strengthening families, seeks a dynamic Director of Development to serve as a key member
of our leadership team. In this role, you will:
*Shape a data-driven fundraising strategy
*Build and lead a dynamic development team
*Exceed fundraising goals, making a direct impact on our mission
*Forge strong partnerships with major donors.
*Join a vibrant, mission-focused community
This is a great position for a mission-aligned development professional who has the skill set to
lead a development team with passion and purpose and enjoys using data to inform strategies to achieve results! Requirements include:
*Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline
*3+ years of successful nonprofit fundraising
*Proven leadership in team management
*Strong analytical and organizational skills
*Excellent communication and presentation skills
*Adherence to mission and core values including faith-based, empathy, commitment, teamwork and growth.
*Ability to travel within the five counties of Southeastern Pennsylvania
*Valid Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation with insurance coverage.
Full time position with an excellent total compensation package. The Legacy of Life Foundation offers a competitive salary, a 401K with an employer contribution, free health benefits, generous PTO, and more! Salary is dependent upon experience. If you are interested, please submit your resume, salary requirements, and the reason(s) that you are interested in working in a faith-based mission to the attention of Denis Gallagher, Human Resources Manager at denis@legacyoflifefoundation.org.
About the Employer
Pro-life Crisis Pregnancy Center
Reporting to and working closely with the Executive Director, this highly visible management position will envision and develop a robust development and fundraising strategy; integrate and direct the Annual appeals and campaigns; identify and target philanthropic prospects that include foundations, corporations, and individuals interested in supporting MKLM; nurture and cultivate all levels of philanthropic relationships; develop and mobilize resources for comprehensive planned-giving and grant-funding programs; provide supervision and leadership for the Advancement team and oversee and integrate U.S. Church Relations outreach.
The ideal candidate brings innovation, creativity, and vision for cultivating highly successful programs that elevate MKLM’s presence in and beyond the philanthropic world and contributing to a dynamic future for the organization. The Advancement Manager will work in a collaborative environment with a dedicated, mission-oriented staff to develop, execute and achieve ambitious fundraising goals. S/he will be an imaginative, motivated, development professional with a passion for international mission and the Maryknoll charism, serving with the highest integrity, modeling stewardship, and possessing sound judgment.
The salary range for this full-time exempt position, located in Ossining, NY, is $70K – $80K annually.
For full job description, visit mklm.org/job-openings.
Resumes should be directed to Mary Edgar, Human Resources Manager, at medgar@mklm.org.
The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, led by Daniel Cardinal DiNardo, is a multicultural Church with active members from every continent of the world. We pray and celebrate in over 14 languages in 146 parishes, and we participate in activities of social justice, support the good works of persons in other countries, prepare our children and young people to be responsible members of the community — and we do all this in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Today, more than 1.7 million Catholics live within the boundaries of the Archdiocese of Galveston- Houston, making it the diocese with the largest Catholic population in the state of Texas and the 12th largest in the United States.
Summary:
The Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is seeking eligible candidates for the position of Associate Director of Development and Stewardship – Catholic Schools in the Development and Stewardship Department. This full-time, benefits eligible position reports to the Director of Development and Stewardship, and is responsible for the creation and implementation of a comprehensive advancement plan to meet the financial needs of the Network of Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. The Associate Director collaborates with the Catholic Schools Office, Pastors and Principals and the Development Department to identify the funding priorities and opportunities for schools and plays a crucial role in advancing the mission of Catholic education by securing the resources and support to ensure the success and accessibility of Catholic schools in the archdiocese. This position supports development and stewardship activities of the archdiocese from the downtown Chancery Offices of the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston at 1700 San Jacinto St., Houston, TX 77002.
The Associate Director of Development and Stewardship – Catholic Schools has a significant role overseeing The Cardinal’s Circle giving society, annual Supporting Excellence in Education campaign, coordinates the annual A Pattern of Hope Luncheon, provides advancement and enrollment marketing consultation to schools, plans and implements annual advancement and development workshops for schools, collaborates with the grant writer to solicit support for tuition assistance and other projects, cultivates, stewards and solicits donors and creates multi-channel marketing pieces to tell the good news of Catholic education in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.
Education/Experience Requirements:
Undergraduate degree with a minimum of three to five years of applicable Development, Marketing, or Communications experience. The position requires exceptional oral and written communication skills with a proven ability to build strong relationships with donors and stakeholders, strong organizational and project management skills, and a proven track record of securing major gifts.
Suitable candidates may submit a cover letter with minimum salary requirement and resume to resume@archgh.org. Please include Associate Director of Development-Catholic Schools on the subject line.
Title: Saints Peter and Paul Parish and School Director of Stewardship & Development
Director of Stewardship and Development
School and Parish of Saints Peter and Paul, Tulsa
Type: Ministerial
Status: Salaried
Reports to: Pastor, and Principal
Position Description: The Director of Stewardship & Development serves the mission of the
Parish by planning, evaluating, and overseeing all aspects of fundraising at the Parish and School which includes an Annual Appeal, events, and various major gift efforts. This includes community and alumni relations.
The Director of Stewardship & Development works closely
with the Pastor of Saints Peter and Paul and the Principal of the School to coordinate fundraising for the strategic vision of the Parish and School
Key Tasks:
- Articulate Catholic teaching with a commitment to its application in the job function
- Plan, execute, and advance the overall stewardship and development program in accordance
with the strategic plans of the Parish, as set by the vision of the Pastor, in collaboration with the Diocese of Tulsa and the Bishop.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the formative principle of Christian Stewardship and
provide the proper instruction of priests and parishes in the area of stewardship education
- Actively collaborate with alumni, staff, and volunteers to advance the overall mission of the Parish of Saints Peter and Paul
- Build and maintain positive relationships with existing and potential donors, including donor
recognition and planned gift societies
- Build and Maintain a portfolio of major donors engaging them with discovery,
cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship via in-person visits
- Assist the Pastor in building relationships and soliciting gifts to advance the overall
ministry of the Church
- Regularly report of the activity and progress of the Stewardship & Development Office
- Plan and implement the Annual Appeal and other areas of fundraising for the
Parish
- Supervise all direct mail, special events, and other solicitation activities as needed
- Supervise grant writing and grant requests within the parish
- Collaborate with the parish and school secretaries to effectively communicate the mission of the parish and school.
- Coordinate with other development officers from various Catholic entities, including the Diocesan Development Director
- Handle confidential and sensitive information in an utmost professional manner
- Review and adhere to the Diocesan Personnel Handbook and all other Diocesan policies
- Execute all other duties as assigned
Let’s Change the World
Many say it, few actually do it.
We are a non-profit organization that provides a national brand and support structure to Catholic campus ministries assisting them in outreach, programming and organizational development. We are endorsed in 100+ dioceses, 600+ Catholic high schools, 1,000+ parishes, and over 600 different campus ministries.
Our mission is simple: to create and build authentic faith communities.
People love our mission – and come to find out, they love working here as well.
We are a family-oriented team all working towards the greater good.
We do not take ourselves too seriously.
We do not hire prima donnas. We work for the real Madonna!
We Are Looking For:
A highly motivated and experienced Executive Director of Development to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing the organization’s mission by spearheading fundraising efforts, cultivating donor relationships, and securing essential financial support through major gifts, grants, and planned giving.
In this Role You Will:
- Direct Strategic Fundraising:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Lead Major Gift Acquisitions:
- Identify, Cultivate, Steward and Retain donors of capacity
- Utilize CRM and prospecting tools
- Lead Campaign Management:
- Lead fundraising campaigns and initiatives
- Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to create compelling fundraising materials across all channels and platforms
- Lead Donor Engagement:
- Build strategies for maintaining strong relationships with existing donors while identifying opportunities for donor stewardship.
- Develop and execute strategies to expand the donor base and increase contributions.
- Manage Grant Applications and Awards:
- Manage the Research, writing, and submission of grant proposals to secure funding from foundations and philanthropic organizations.
- Manage relationships with grantors and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
- Manage Event Planning:
- Manage the planning and execution of virtual/live/hybrid events to engage donors and raise awareness about Newman Ministry.
- Coordinate logistics, sponsorship, and participant involvement for events.
- Manage Financial Analysis:
- Monitor and analyze fundraising metrics to assess the effectiveness of strategies.
- Provide regular reports to the Chief Operations Officer and senior leadership.
- Serve as a Member of the Leadership Team:
- Collaborate and communicate with leaders across the organization to ensure mission success
- Develop and maintain productive Board Relationships
- Serve as voice of donors
What You Need to Get the Job Done:
- You have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, plus relevant experience of 5-10 years
- You are a self starter
- You are a top-notch communicator able to engage across all platforms and settings, including: virtual or live large group presentations, one-on-one interactions, and in writing
- You have strong project management skills
- You like compiling detailed data into user friendly reports
- You are comfortable working with CRMs and donor prospecting/research tools
- You have experience working with senior level management and leadership
We will Love you if:
- You have experience leading/building a national fundraising effort
- You have experience leading, developing and launching a national fundraising campaign
- You know how to close the deal and generate transformative gifting
- You have worked in the Catholic fundraising space
- You are bilingual
What You’ll Love About Us:
- We are innovative disciples, fueled by faith, and empower others
- We pray, laugh and love every day
- We like to dwell amongst the people #keepitreal
- We keep Work at Work. Genuine work/life balance served here!
- Paid time off and 12 paid holidays + company wide closure from Christmas to the New Year.
- We provide Health Benefits. Healthy People = Happy People.
Newman Ministry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at Newman Ministry without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law.
Because our team members are trusted to handle sensitive information, we require all candidates that receive and accept employment offers to complete a background check before being hired.