LEARN Charter School Network
Director of Individual Giving
LEARN Charter School Network, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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LEARN Charter School Network Who We Are
Founded in 2001, LEARN is a nonprofit network of PreK-8 th grade elementary schools that is creating measurable, transformational change in the lives of its students. We currently educate 4,100 students, a majority low-income, minority student population (88% and 98%, respectively), across 12 campuses across Chicago, Lake County, and Washington D.C. Who We Are
Founded in 2001, LEARN is a nonprofit network of PreK-8 th grade elementary schools that is creating measurable, transformational change in the lives of its students. We currently educate 4,100 students, a majority low-income, minority student population (88% and 98%, respectively), across 12 campuses across Chicago, Lake County, and Washington D.C.
Our schools provide a rigorous educational program that is built upon an intimate understanding of each student’s individual learning style and academic needs. We are guided by five core values which include: expectations of high achievement; mutual respect; the development of a safe and nurturing environment; active family involvement; and the positive development of the Whole Child.
LEARN alumni graduate college at 2x the rate of their peers, exceeding city, state and national averages. Our college graduation rate is 10 points above the national average for all students regardless of socio-economic status or ethnicity. We are proud to be closing the achievement gap.
What You’ll Do
LEARN is seeking an experienced Director of Individual Giving. The Director of Individual Giving is a vital member of LEARN’s Development team. This individual will be an enthusiastic, innovative, and entrepreneurial fundraiser who will help build out individual giving programs that deeply engage donors in our mission.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities include but not limited to
:
Create and execute a comprehensive annual strategy to discover, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors through multifaceted fundraising strategies, stewardship, site visits and events, with a strategic and systematic focus on closing five and six-figure gifts. Manage a portfolio of 75-100 prospects and donors annually; annually increase the number of individual donors giving at the major gift level. Research and qualify potential donors, building a strong prospect pipeline; partner closely with LEARN’s CEO, Chief Development Officer, Board members, and other key stakeholders to identify and cultivate major gift prospects; develop individualized engagement and cultivation plans to convert prospects into active donors. Manage a portfolio of major donors, building strong relationships, regularly reporting on the impact of their donations, and engaging them in LEARN’s mission; Create individual move management plans and goals for each donor in his/her portfolio based on the donor's history of giving and the organization's knowledge of that donor's potential. Develop an understanding of LEARN’s programs, initiatives and needs; Articulate LEARN’s mission and case for charitable support to potential funders and develop high quality proposals that align with LEARN’s fundraising priorities. Ensure portfolio data (including moves management, proposals, gift letters, and other important documentation) is captured and accurately managed in LEARN’s CRM; track, analyze and report on individual giving data to inform fundraising strategies and tactics. Partner with the Development Manager to plan and execute LEARN’s annual appeal process and other donor communications and outreach activities. Contribute to the overall success of the Development team by supporting grants, events and other activities as needed.
What You'll Need
You’ll be a great fit if you have:
A minimum of a bachelor's degree combined with 5 + years of experience in development and a minimum of one year in major gift fundraising is required. Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with major gift prospects. Passion for raising funds for under-resourced communities and vulnerable populations. Previous experience fundraising in a school-based setting or youth development organization preferred. Proven achievements with major gift closure, donor relations, and stewardship. Highly collaborative and comfortable either taking the lead or prepping executive staff and peers. Comfortable with donor management tools and systems, including CRM and prospect research. Compelling and engaging interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Flexibility in dealing with a wide variety of people combined with processing complex information and accurately sharing it with colleagues and laypeople. A high degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including Board members, senior-level executives, staff, community leaders, donors, and funded partners.
Benefits Summary
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for all full time employees, including:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Paid vacation, personal days, paid holidays Short and long term disability Paid life insurance Pet Insurance Up to 9% 403B Contribution
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of LEARN Charter School Network. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder’s responsibility.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, family medical history, disability or veteran status. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Director of Individual Giving
role at
LEARN Charter School Network 6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Director of Individual Giving
role at
LEARN Charter School Network Who We Are
Founded in 2001, LEARN is a nonprofit network of PreK-8 th grade elementary schools that is creating measurable, transformational change in the lives of its students. We currently educate 4,100 students, a majority low-income, minority student population (88% and 98%, respectively), across 12 campuses across Chicago, Lake County, and Washington D.C. Who We Are
Founded in 2001, LEARN is a nonprofit network of PreK-8 th grade elementary schools that is creating measurable, transformational change in the lives of its students. We currently educate 4,100 students, a majority low-income, minority student population (88% and 98%, respectively), across 12 campuses across Chicago, Lake County, and Washington D.C.
Our schools provide a rigorous educational program that is built upon an intimate understanding of each student’s individual learning style and academic needs. We are guided by five core values which include: expectations of high achievement; mutual respect; the development of a safe and nurturing environment; active family involvement; and the positive development of the Whole Child.
LEARN alumni graduate college at 2x the rate of their peers, exceeding city, state and national averages. Our college graduation rate is 10 points above the national average for all students regardless of socio-economic status or ethnicity. We are proud to be closing the achievement gap.
What You’ll Do
LEARN is seeking an experienced Director of Individual Giving. The Director of Individual Giving is a vital member of LEARN’s Development team. This individual will be an enthusiastic, innovative, and entrepreneurial fundraiser who will help build out individual giving programs that deeply engage donors in our mission.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities include but not limited to
:
Create and execute a comprehensive annual strategy to discover, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors through multifaceted fundraising strategies, stewardship, site visits and events, with a strategic and systematic focus on closing five and six-figure gifts. Manage a portfolio of 75-100 prospects and donors annually; annually increase the number of individual donors giving at the major gift level. Research and qualify potential donors, building a strong prospect pipeline; partner closely with LEARN’s CEO, Chief Development Officer, Board members, and other key stakeholders to identify and cultivate major gift prospects; develop individualized engagement and cultivation plans to convert prospects into active donors. Manage a portfolio of major donors, building strong relationships, regularly reporting on the impact of their donations, and engaging them in LEARN’s mission; Create individual move management plans and goals for each donor in his/her portfolio based on the donor's history of giving and the organization's knowledge of that donor's potential. Develop an understanding of LEARN’s programs, initiatives and needs; Articulate LEARN’s mission and case for charitable support to potential funders and develop high quality proposals that align with LEARN’s fundraising priorities. Ensure portfolio data (including moves management, proposals, gift letters, and other important documentation) is captured and accurately managed in LEARN’s CRM; track, analyze and report on individual giving data to inform fundraising strategies and tactics. Partner with the Development Manager to plan and execute LEARN’s annual appeal process and other donor communications and outreach activities. Contribute to the overall success of the Development team by supporting grants, events and other activities as needed.
What You'll Need
You’ll be a great fit if you have:
A minimum of a bachelor's degree combined with 5 + years of experience in development and a minimum of one year in major gift fundraising is required. Self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with major gift prospects. Passion for raising funds for under-resourced communities and vulnerable populations. Previous experience fundraising in a school-based setting or youth development organization preferred. Proven achievements with major gift closure, donor relations, and stewardship. Highly collaborative and comfortable either taking the lead or prepping executive staff and peers. Comfortable with donor management tools and systems, including CRM and prospect research. Compelling and engaging interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Flexibility in dealing with a wide variety of people combined with processing complex information and accurately sharing it with colleagues and laypeople. A high degree of professionalism in dealing with diverse groups of people, including Board members, senior-level executives, staff, community leaders, donors, and funded partners.
Benefits Summary
We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package for all full time employees, including:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Paid vacation, personal days, paid holidays Short and long term disability Paid life insurance Pet Insurance Up to 9% 403B Contribution
This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of LEARN Charter School Network. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder’s responsibility.
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Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Other Industries Education Administration Programs Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at LEARN Charter School Network by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Director of Individual Giving” roles.
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