Alternatives For Girls · 1 month ago
Vice President of Philanthropy
Detroit, MI, US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$110K/yr - $125K/yr
10+ years expAlternatives For Girls is an organization focused on philanthropy and fundraising, seeking a Vice President of Philanthropy to lead their fundraising and donor engagement strategy. The role involves overseeing the development team, managing fundraising portfolios, and guiding marketing and communications strategies to enhance the organization's impact.
Non ProfitSocialWomen's
Responsibilities
Design and implement a comprehensive, result-oriented annual fundraising plan that includes major/planned gifts, annual appeals, special events, foundation and government grants, corporate sponsorships, planned giving and fundraising events, etc
Work closely with the Development Department team to appropriately assign prospects and projects. Oversee plan objectives and budget; implement and monitor plan throughout the year
Establish, coordinate, and personally participate in major and planned gift solicitation and stewardship. Move prospects in an appropriate and timely fashion toward solicitation and closure of major gifts and/or planned gifts
Create and maintain positive relationships with major gift donors, private and corporate foundations to secure grant awards
Develop and sustain positive relationships with volunteers, donors, board members, foundation and corporate fund leaders and other key community stakeholders (business and civic) to promote agency philanthropic efforts
Direct the effective use of the organization’s database and other development communication tools to ensure tracking of donor and prospect contacts
Manage the Marketing & Fund Development Committee of the Board working alongside the committee chair
Work closely with the CEO, Board of Directors to develop appropriate action plans and progress reports regarding the development department and the MFD Committee
Prepare and submit the annual budget for all Development programs
Develop a corporate giving campaign including recognition, case statement, and prospects. Maintain and increase the individual giving programs; create a consistent planned giving program
Work with the appropriate partners/constituents in the development of proposals/grants
Present the needs of the Agency to philanthropic organizations, individuals, corporations, sponsors, and other prospective donors for the current and capital costs of operating the Agency
Oversee the development of and/or directly write and produce compelling institutional correspondence and donor communication pieces in support of fundraising activities
Ensure compliance with all IRS rules governing charitable giving, disclosure, and reporting
Recruit, train, direct, coach, motivate, develop, and monitor assigned team members
Participate as a member of the Agency’s Executive Team, act as a staff executive lead for the Board’s Marketing and Fund Development Committee, attend Board of Director meetings, and other committee responsibilities as assigned
Lead a comprehensive, integrated marketing and communications strategy that advances the Agency’s mission and philanthropic goals across all channels—including digital, social, print, earned media, and community engagement—ensuring consistent brand voice, messaging, and visual identity
Design and execute a formal annual communications plan grounded in data, audience insights, and best-practice brand management, leveraging multi-touchpoint campaigns to grow visibility, relevance, and community trust
Promote community advocacy efforts for all the agency’s programs and services
Develop relationships with media and sponsors to maintain a consistent presence in the media
Partner with the Executive Team to create, maintain, and activate a crisis communications framework, ensuring timely, transparent, and mission-aligned messaging during critical events
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field
Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive experience as an accomplished fundraising professional with demonstrated success in achieving financial goals and performance standards through major and planned gifts using metrics and measurement tools
At least seven (7) years of management experience directing all aspects of a comprehensive Fund Development Department
Experienced in writing, articulating, and implementing strategic Fund Development Plans, including all areas of fundraising, community relations and brand marketing
An effective presence, along with highly developed public and interpersonal speaking skills, including the capacity to inspire and motivate staff, donors, prospects, board members and volunteers
Demonstrated experience of having expanded and cultivated existing donor relationships over time (i.e., researching, cultivating, soliciting, and closing major gifts)
Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to set priorities, manage simultaneous priorities and meet deadlines
Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives
Ability to work both independently, without close oversight, but also a team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside the agency
Demonstrated success in organizing and effectively utilizing volunteer leadership (e.g., boards, committees) in effective foundation or fundraising practices
Advanced knowledge and experience with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and donor database management
Preferred
Certified Fund Raising Professional (CFRE) Certification or Master's
Company
Alternatives For Girls
Alternatives For Girls is a nonprofit serving homeless and high-risk girls and young women in Detroit.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Amy Good
CEO
Dr. Celia Thomas
Chief Operating Officer
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