Director of Major Gifts

Firefly Children and Family Alliance is a nonprofit that has supported Indiana families and adults for generations. Our organization is built on the belief that giving kids and adults the chance to succeed creates stronger communities. We help Hoosiers overcome hardship and unhealthy behaviors.

Indianapolis, IN

Firefly Children & Family Alliance

Firefly Children and Family Alliance is a nonprofit that has supported Indiana families and adults for generations. Our organization is built on the belief that giving kids and adults the chance to succeed creates stronger communities. We help Hoosiers overcome hardship and unhealthy behaviors.  https://fireflyin.org/

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Full-Time

$ 75000 - $ 85000 Annually

Overview: <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>BUILD A CAREER THAT MEANS MORE</strong></p> <p><strong>Few jobs offer the satisfaction and gratification that come from doing work that improves the lives of vulnerable children and families. That's where Firefly Children and Family Alliance stands out from the crowd. As one of our employees, you'll be able to directly make an impact on the lives of thousands of Indiana children, families, and adults.</strong></p> <p>Firefly seeks a skilled<strong>&nbsp;Director of Major Gifts</strong>&nbsp;to join our team in achieving our major gift fundraising objectives working solely with individual donors and prospects to support Firefly&rsquo;s needs in programmatic, capital, endowment and other types of funding. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Director of Major Gifts will be responsible for identifying and cultivating relationships with prospective major gift and planned giving donors.</p> <p>This involves prospect research and developing effective solicitation strategies as well as stewarding donors throughout the major giving process. The Director of Major Gifts will compile this information within an existing donor portfolio emphasizing gifts of $10,000 or greater. Regular evaluation of the portfolio will occur, moving donors and prospects in and out.</p> <p>This individual will also work with our board members and staff leaders to coordinate and execute short- and long- term fundraising initiatives.<br /><br /></p> <h3 data-pm-slice="1 1 []"><strong>Our Benefits:</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Student Loan Repayment</li> <li>Tuition Reimbursement</li> <li>Medical, Dental, and Health Insurance</li> <li>Over 150 hours of PTO first year and 12 paid holidays</li> <li>Short-Term and Long-Term Disability</li> <li>Life Insurance</li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Execute the major gifts program in collaboration with the Chief Development Officer.</li> <li>Manage a major gift portfolio of approximately 125 individuals.</li> <li>Research major gift donor prospects.</li> <li>Grow relationships with major gift donors and prospects utilizing proven best practices in cultivation and stewardship.</li> <li>Develop solicitation strategies for major gift prospects.</li> <li>Design and implement stewardship strategies for the donors and prospects in the portfolio.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with the board and staff.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>5-7 years of fundraising experience.</li> <li>At least 3 years of demonstrated experience securing major gifts of at least $10,000 from individuals.</li> <li>Proven relationship building skills while matching prospects&rsquo; personal interests with Firefly&rsquo;s vision, mission, and programs.</li> <li>Understanding of the child welfare system, or the ability to quickly get up to speed.</li> </ul> <br /><br /> <h3><strong><em>At Firefly Children and Family Alliance, we are committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Therefore, we encourage persons who represent the diverse identities and lived experiences of the clients and communities we serve to apply.</em></strong></h3> <p><strong>Equal Employment Opportunity:</strong></p> <p>Firefly Children &amp; Family Alliance does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and disability.&nbsp;</p>