Director Development - Foundation

Overview

Director Development - Foundation

Full-Time; Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM

The Director Development-Foundation is responsible for the effective management and operation of the GCMH Foundation by fostering a culture of philanthropy among organization stakeholders and the communities the hospital serves. The Director Development-Foundation plans, coordinates, and executes the strategies necessary to develop donor relationships and financial gifts to achieve a sustainable tradition of annual and long-term support. The Director Development- Foundation responsibilities include Foundation board relations, donor relations and recognition, gift research and cultivation, and annual and / or capital campaign success. The Director Development-Foundation serves as a member of the GCMH leadership team, assuring that the organization's culture, systems, and procedures support Foundation fund development.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute the annual campaign strategy, including appeals and fundraising goals.

Lead efforts to attract annual gifts through direct mail, visits, events, grants, and business / organization partnerships.

Oversee and grow the planned giving program, including donor and professional advisor education.

Ensure accurate gift recordkeeping, acknowledgement, allocation, and IRS-compliant documentation.

Conduct research on gift potential from individuals, corporations, and grantmaking organizations.

Build and maintain relationships with current and prospective donors, including managing pledge reminders and billing.

Attend and support Foundation Board and Committee meetings, including agenda oversight and timely financial reporting.

Oversee Foundation programs such as scholarships, FOCUS grants, and the Grateful Patient Program.

Lead internal campaigns (Associate Giving, Capital Campaigns) and support recruitment / orientation of board members and key volunteers.

Provide leadership and performance management for Foundation team members while staying current on philanthropic best practices.

Qualifications

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