Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Director of Individual Giving
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Position Summary
The Director of Individual Giving is a key leader in advancing YWCA Minneapolis’s mission to eliminate racism, empower women and girls, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. This position leads a comprehensive individual giving strategy that inspires generosity, deepens engagement, and strengthens a culture of philanthropy across our community.
In partnership with the Chief Development Officer and the Advancement team, this role helps translate mission into measurable impact through storytelling, relationship-building, and equitable fundraising practices that honor the diverse experiences of donors and the communities we serve.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership
Lead the creation and implementation of a dynamic individual giving strategy aligned with YWCA’s mission and strategic priorities.
Partner with the Chief Development Officer to design data-informed goals for donor acquisition, retention, and growth.
Champion a culture of philanthropy internally, building understanding, enthusiasm, and ownership of fundraising across staff, volunteers, and board members.
Integrate equity-centered practices into donor engagement and stewardship, ensuring communications and events are inclusive and representative of our diverse community.
Donor Relationship Management
Manage a personal portfolio of 75–100 donors and prospects capable of making mid-level to major gifts ($2,500+).
Develop and implement personalized strategies that align donor passions with YWCA’s impact areas, including Early Childhood Education, Girls and Youth, Workforce Development, and Racial Justice initiatives.
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to develop compelling donor materials, storytelling assets, and impact communications.
Work closely with program leaders to stay informed on outcomes, impact data, and stories that inspire philanthropy.
Team & Program Oversight
Supervise and mentor the Annual Fund Officer and Database & Prospect Research Manager.
Provide leadership and accountability for donor segmentation, stewardship calendars, and annual campaign planning.
Partner with the Database & Prospect Research Manager to maintain data integrity and leverage analytics for forecasting and strategy refinement.
Planned Giving & Campaign Support
Lead planned giving marketing and stewardship, ensuring donors are inspired to make legacy commitments through the YWCA Empower Legacy Circle.
Collaborate with the CDO and CEO on leadership-level donor strategies and campaign-related initiatives.
Support board members and volunteers in donor engagement; provide tools and coaching to increase confidence and participation in philanthropic outreach.
Measurement & Reporting
Track progress against annual fundraising goals and KPIs, including donor retention and lifetime value.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and the board.
Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and ethics in donor relations.
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In partnership with the Chief Development Officer and the Advancement team, this role helps translate mission into measurable impact through storytelling, relationship-building, and equitable fundraising practices that honor the diverse experiences of donors and the communities we serve.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership
Lead the creation and implementation of a dynamic individual giving strategy aligned with YWCA’s mission and strategic priorities.
Partner with the Chief Development Officer to design data-informed goals for donor acquisition, retention, and growth.
Champion a culture of philanthropy internally, building understanding, enthusiasm, and ownership of fundraising across staff, volunteers, and board members.
Integrate equity-centered practices into donor engagement and stewardship, ensuring communications and events are inclusive and representative of our diverse community.
Donor Relationship Management
Manage a personal portfolio of 75–100 donors and prospects capable of making mid-level to major gifts ($2,500+).
Develop and implement personalized strategies that align donor passions with YWCA’s impact areas, including Early Childhood Education, Girls and Youth, Workforce Development, and Racial Justice initiatives.
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to develop compelling donor materials, storytelling assets, and impact communications.
Work closely with program leaders to stay informed on outcomes, impact data, and stories that inspire philanthropy.
Team & Program Oversight
Supervise and mentor the Annual Fund Officer and Database & Prospect Research Manager.
Provide leadership and accountability for donor segmentation, stewardship calendars, and annual campaign planning.
Partner with the Database & Prospect Research Manager to maintain data integrity and leverage analytics for forecasting and strategy refinement.
Planned Giving & Campaign Support
Lead planned giving marketing and stewardship, ensuring donors are inspired to make legacy commitments through the YWCA Empower Legacy Circle.
Collaborate with the CDO and CEO on leadership-level donor strategies and campaign-related initiatives.
Support board members and volunteers in donor engagement; provide tools and coaching to increase confidence and participation in philanthropic outreach.
Measurement & Reporting
Track progress against annual fundraising goals and KPIs, including donor retention and lifetime value.
Ensure timely and accurate reporting to internal stakeholders and the board.
Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality and ethics in donor relations.
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