In partnership with executive leadership, develop and implement an integrated fundraising plan to grow individual giving.
Oversee donor communications, acknowledgments, and stewardship strategies.
In collaboration with the Director of Institutional Giving, project, manage, and re-forecast the annual development department budget.
Directly supervise the Development Assistant and development interns, providing mentorship and support to ensure team success.
Supervise Independent Contractors (as needed).
Work closely with the President, Board, and other senior leaders to align development strategies with organizational goals.
Develop strategies to foster meaningful, long-term relationships with individual donors, including major gifts.
Lead the planning, production, and execution of the annual gala and other large-scale fundraising events.
Coordinate all event logistics for cultivation events, including sponsor relations, venue, entertainment, and auctions.
Lead the sales strategy for gala and other cultivation events including collaborating closely with the Board of Directors and event committees to secure high-level event sponsorships.
Plan and execute special cultivation events to engage current and prospective donors.
Collaborate with program staff to align funding priorities with organizational needs and goals.
Oversee donor data management, ensuring accurate records in the CRM/database.
Generate reports on fundraising progress and regularly present updates to leadership and the Board.

5
7 years of progressively responsible development experience, with a track record of success in managing individual giving.
Experience planning and executing large-scale fundraising events, such as galas.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
Proven leadership abilities, including experience managing a team and collaborating across departments.
Knowledge of Salesforce and/or other CRM systems and fundraising platforms.
Proficiency using Google Workplace, Microsoft Office, especially with Excel.
Passion for the arts and culture sector.

Director of Individual Giving

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