King County Play Equity Coalition · 19 hours ago
Director of Development
Greater Seattle Area
Part-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$50K/yr - $50K/yr
5+ years expKing County Play Equity Coalition is a network of organizations focused on promoting youth health and physical activity. The Development Director is responsible for developing and executing the organization's fundraising strategy to ensure financial sustainability, including managing donor relationships and organizing fundraising campaigns.
Civic and Social Organizations
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive fund development strategy to diversify revenue streams, including grants, individual donors, corporate sponsorships, and special events
Establish short- and long-term fundraising goals in collaboration with the Executive Director
Identify and cultivate relationships with new and existing funding sources, including foundations, government agencies, and corporate donors
Lead and manage all fundraising campaigns, including annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, and peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives
Research and identify grant opportunities aligned with the organization’s mission and programs
Write and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports to funders
Track grant deadlines, reporting requirements, and compliance measures to ensure timely submission and adherence to funder guidelines
Develop and implement strategies to engage and retain donors, including acknowledgment, recognition, and impact reporting
Maintain donor records and track interactions using a donor database (e.g., Salesforce, Bloomerang, or another CRM)
Create donor-focused materials, including newsletters, social media content, and annual reports
Plan and execute community-centric fundraising events as part of a fundraising strategy, including online campaigns
Develop sponsorship packages and cultivate relationships with corporate sponsors to support events and initiatives, focusing on those with aligned values
Manage event logistics, marketing, and donor participation in collaboration with staff and volunteers
Work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to leverage networks and support fundraising initiatives
Provide regular updates on fundraising progress, trends, and opportunities
Engage and support board members in donor cultivation, solicitations, and stewardship activities
Lead development staff and volunteers, when applicable
Work collaboratively with program staff to ensure alignment between fundraising efforts and program goals
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or related field
Proven track record in securing grants, individual donations, and corporate sponsorships
Ability to challenge traditional fundraising strategies and develop fundraising solutions rooted in equity and justice
Strong grant writing skills, with experience in managing grant applications and reporting
Demonstrated ability to develop and execute fundraising campaigns and events
Experience managing donor databases and CRM systems (e.g., Network for Good, Salesforce, Bloomerang, Raiser's Edge)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling donor messages
Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including donors, foundations, and community partners
Experience working in a small nonprofit environment with limited resources and a hands-on approach
Preferred
Lived experience in a community historically impacted by systemic barriers to physical activity and play
Experience in advocacy, policy change, or social justice work, particularly related to youth health and development
Familiarity with grant writing, fundraising, and donor engagement
Bilingual (Spanish, or another relevant language) is a plus
Benefits
13 Paid Holidays
Sick leave in accordance with Washington State law
10 days of office closure every year
5 days of paid vacation per year. After one year of employment, vacation days increase by 1 day with a cap of 15 days.
A monthly health/wellness stipend of $20 to support play of your choosing!
Company
King County Play Equity Coalition
VISION: A King County where all youth – and particularly youth from historically underserved groups – experience the transformative benefits of play, sports, outdoor recreation and physical activity.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase