Director of Development – Nonprofit Fundraising & Partnerships

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing fundraising and development strategies
• Identifying, writing, and managing grants from foundations, corporations, and government agencies
• Cultivating relationships with donors, alumni families, community leaders, businesses, and philanthropic partners
• Supporting annual giving campaigns, sponsorships, fundraising events, and capital initiatives
• Leading planning and coordination of the school’s annual Gala and major fundraising events
• Building strategic partnerships with local businesses, organizations, advocacy groups, and community leaders
• Creating outreach materials, presentations, and storytelling efforts that highlight the school’s mission and student success
• Cooking school tours, guest visits, and community engagement opportunities
• Identifying new funding opportunities that support educational, therapeutic, vocational, and enrichment programming
• Tracking fundraising progress, donor engagement, and grant outcomes
• Collaborating across departments to support school initiatives and strategic goals

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Nonprofit Management, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising, development, grant writing, donor relations, or nonprofit leadership
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across teams
• Experience in education, special education, or nonprofit organizations preferred
• Experience leading fundraising campaigns or managing donor portfolios preferred
• Knowledge of program evaluation and data-informed decision making preferred
• Passion for mission-driven work and supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• 6 weeks paid time off
• 2 weeks sick/personal time
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Life insurance
• PFML/FMLA
• Tuition assistance
• 403(b) with company match
• Discretionary fund