Foundation Development Specialist

About the role

Lead fundraising strategy and execution for leadership giving groups, driving annual revenue growth through membership contributions, sponsorships, and targeted development initiatives.

Build and strengthen donor relationships through personalized outreach, stewardship, and engagement efforts that increase philanthropic support and long-term retention.

Identify, qualify, and cultivate prospective donors, managing a portfolio of annual and mid-level contributors to expand the fundraising pipeline.

Collaborate with internal teams and volunteer leaders to align fundraising priorities, analyze campaign results, and implement strategies that improve donor engagement and revenue performance.

Responsibilities

• Drive annual revenue growth through membership contributions, sponsorships, and targeted development initiatives.
• Personalize outreach to donors to build and strengthen relationships.
• Manage a portfolio of annual and mid-level contributors to expand the fundraising pipeline.
• Coordinate fundraising campaigns from planning through execution, ensuring timely donor communications, gift acknowledgment, and measurable campaign performance outcomes.
• Collaborate with internal teams and volunteer leaders to align fundraising priorities, analyze campaign results, and implement strategies that improve donor engagement and revenue performance.

Requirements

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Qualifications

• Proven fundraising success of $250,000+ annually strongly preferred.

Skills

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in donor management software.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full Time | Monday-Friday | 8am-5pm | In Person