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LCS · 1 month ago

Full Time Fund Development

Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

LCS is an extraordinary company investing in the future of senior living. They are seeking a Fund Development enthusiast responsible for fundraising and development activities, establishing infrastructure to grow financial resources through various means such as grants and major gifts.

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Responsibilities

Create an infrastructure for a successful fundraising program including the designation of responsibilities for staff, board and resident volunteers

Review and define appropriate support systems such as marketing, communications, fundraising software and administrative support

Develop and expand a fundraising database and constituent prospect list

In conjunction with Executive Director, board and staff members review potential collaborative relationships with community organizations and educational institutions

Develop and implement plans to pursue those organizations targeted in #4

Initiate an annual appeal, expanding the visibility of Friendship Village

Identify and facilitate the cultivation of potential major donors for capital campaigns

Develop and implement planned giving strategy to build future financial resources

Develop a cultivation and solicitation plan for area businesses and organizations to support programs at Friendship Village

Identify and cultivate local and regional foundations and submit funding proposals as appropriate

Work with counsel to initiate and manage capital campaigns as designated by the Board

Develop and implement a plan for events aimed at friend-raising and fundraising

Monitor all donor information to be able to provide statistical analysis to board and senior leadership

Develop and implement a stewardship program aimed at cultivating deeper ties with donors

Identify and facilitate the recruitment of additional Fund Development Committee members

Qualification

Fundraising experienceDonor relationship managementFundraising software proficiencyCFRE certificationCommunication skillsFlexibleValid Driver’s LicenseTeam playerAdaptable

Required

Bachelor's degree required

Five (5) to Ten (10) years of professional fundraising experience in a nonprofit organization

Tangible experience of having expanded and cultivated existing donor relationships over time, particularly with older adults

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; with the ability to influence and engage a wide range of donors and build long-term relationships

Flexible and adaptable style to meet the expectations of prospective donors

Team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside Friendship Village

Valid Driver's License