Director of Development - RCX Sports Foundation

Director Of Development - RCX Sports Foundation

The RCX Sports Foundation works to develop, promote, and implement diversity and inclusion in youth sports as the non-profit arm of RCX Sports. The foundation focuses on expanding youth sports opportunities so all children can experience athletics in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment. No child's circumstance in life should ever keep them from the lifelong benefits of sports. Sports for all.

As the Director Of Development for the RCX Sports Foundation, you will lead all fundraising, sponsorship, and donor engagement efforts to advance our mission of empowering youth through sports. This includes developing and executing comprehensive strategies for corporate sponsorships, major gifts, foundation support, and individual giving, as well as overseeing signature fundraising events and campaigns. You will cultivate and manage donor relationships, leveraging your existing portfolio and network to secure funds and build lasting relationships. A proven leader with deep experience in sports, foundation, or nonprofit fundraising, you bring a performance-driven approach, strong leadership skills, and a passion for fostering teamwork, sportsmanship, and community engagement including direct support for key initiatives such as the Izell Reese Community Center.

Job Responsibilities

• Fundraising Strategy & Execution
• Develop, implement, and continuously refine a comprehensive, multi-channel fundraising strategy that maximizes revenue growth and aligns with RCX Sports Foundation's mission and long-term objectives.
• Drive sustainable funding through corporate sponsorships, major gifts, annual giving programs, special events, and competitive grant applications.
• Leverage an existing network of donors and sponsors while actively cultivating new relationships to expand the organization's reach and impact.
• Establish clear revenue targets, track progress against goals, and adapt strategies to ensure fundraising success.
• Corporate Sponsorship Development
• Identify, secure, and manage high-value corporate partnerships that align with RCX Sports Foundation programs, community initiatives, and brand values.
• Create compelling sponsorship packages, customized proposals, and activation plans that deliver measurable ROI for partners while advancing organizational priorities.
• Negotiate multi-year agreements and secure in-kind contributions that enhance programming capacity, visibility, and community engagement.
• Donor & Stakeholder Engagement
• Cultivate and steward relationships with local and national donors, foundations, and corporate partners, with a focus on youth access, sports, and education.
• Manage a dynamic portfolio of individual, foundation, and corporate donors, ensuring exceptional stewardship, personalized engagement, and long-term donor retention.
• Represent RCX Sports Foundation at high-profile donor meetings, corporate briefings, philanthropic forums, and community events as a visible ambassador of the organization.
• Events & Campaign Leadership
• Lead strategic design, execution, and evaluation of signature fundraising events, including golf tournaments, virtual auctions, and seasonal campaigns.
• Oversee event planning, budgeting, marketing, and post-event stewardship of all donor-related events.
• Identify opportunities to innovate event formats and expand participation across diverse donor segments.
• Operations Excellence & Reporting
• Oversee the use of fundraising platforms, CRM systems, and donor databases to ensure accurate records, timely acknowledgements, and compliance with tax requirements.
• Develop and present regular performance reports, forecasts, and strategic insights to the Managing Director and leadership team.
• Ensure all fundraising operations meet the highest standards of ethical and professional practice.
• Strategic Initiative Support - Izell Reese Community Center
• Lead and support targeted fundraising campaigns for the launch, expansion, and sustainability of the Izell Reese Community Center.
• Collaborate with internal teams, community partners, and donors to align funding priorities with programmatic goals and measurable outcomes.
• Team Culture Development
• Champion a positive, inclusive, and mission-driven team culture that inspires trust, collaboration, and accountability.
• Implement efficient processes, clear communication channels, and structured workflows that enhance team productivity and reduce operational bottlenecks.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :

RCX Sports is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and team members without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We will make reasonable accommodations when necessary for team members and applicants with disabilities or handicaps, provided the individual is otherwise qualified to perform the job's essential functions. Likewise, RCX Sports will comply with all legal requirements relating to accommodating religious beliefs and practices. If you believe that you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.