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Fund Development Director
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Journey21 .
Journey21’s mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and enriching living and learning environment for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) in Waukesha County and surrounding communities.
Position Summary The Development Director will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing an initial Capital Campaign and a comprehensive fundraising strategy that advances Journey21’s mission. This role requires both strategic vision and hands‑on execution—building relationships, securing major gifts, overseeing events, and expanding the organization’s base of philanthropic support.
Key Responsibilities Capital Campaign
Develop and execute a Capital Campaign for Phase 2: The Journey at Pabst Farms (JPF) residential community development and Phase 3: Capital Campaign campus expansion.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward major‑gift prospects, corporate partners, and foundations.
Lead grant residential research, writing, and reporting in partnership with program staff.
Maintain database management and perform statistical analysis of donors, wealth screening, and prospect research.
Manage campaign pledge goals, tracking, and fiduciary processes.
Build relationships with families, foundations, businesses, and community organizations.
Execute donor appreciation processes and acknowledgements.
Fundraising & Revenue Generation
Develop and execute an annual and multi‑year development plan to meet or exceed fundraising goals.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward major‑gift prospects, corporate partners, and foundations.
Expand individual giving programs, including recurring gifts and planned giving.
Lead grant IDD program/support research, writing, and reporting in partnership with program staff.
Track donor retention metrics and manage donor recognition.
Ensure meaningful stewardship at all giving levels.
Events & Campaigns
Plan and oversee signature fundraising events, including the annual Gala, Golf Outing, and special campaigns.
Develop and implement creative fundraising campaigns aligned with Journey21’s mission.
Leverage events to deepen donor engagement and expand the organization’s reach.
Communications & Storytelling
Partner with marketing staff to create compelling donor communications, impact reports, and social media content.
Represent Journey21 in the community through public speaking engagements, donor meetings, and networking events.
Ensure consistent messaging that reflects the values and mission of Journey21.
Leadership & Collaboration
Work closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and Development Committee to advance fundraising goals.
Provide regular reports on progress toward fundraising objectives.
Support and train board members and volunteers in fundraising best practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum of 5 years of progressive fundraising experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
Proven track record of securing major gifts and managing donor portfolios.
Exceptional relationship‑building and interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong storyteller.
Experience with donor management software (e.g., DonorPerfect, Raiser’s Edge) and CRM systems.
Strategic thinker with strong organizational and project‑management skills.
Passion for Journey21’s mission and a deep commitment to inclusion and equity.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off, holidays, and personal days.
Flexible scheduling and hybrid work opportunities.
Professional development opportunities.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries: Non‑profit Organizations
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Fund Development Director
role at
Journey21 .
Journey21’s mission is to provide a safe, supportive, and enriching living and learning environment for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD) in Waukesha County and surrounding communities.
Position Summary The Development Director will be responsible for designing, implementing, and overseeing an initial Capital Campaign and a comprehensive fundraising strategy that advances Journey21’s mission. This role requires both strategic vision and hands‑on execution—building relationships, securing major gifts, overseeing events, and expanding the organization’s base of philanthropic support.
Key Responsibilities Capital Campaign
Develop and execute a Capital Campaign for Phase 2: The Journey at Pabst Farms (JPF) residential community development and Phase 3: Capital Campaign campus expansion.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward major‑gift prospects, corporate partners, and foundations.
Lead grant residential research, writing, and reporting in partnership with program staff.
Maintain database management and perform statistical analysis of donors, wealth screening, and prospect research.
Manage campaign pledge goals, tracking, and fiduciary processes.
Build relationships with families, foundations, businesses, and community organizations.
Execute donor appreciation processes and acknowledgements.
Fundraising & Revenue Generation
Develop and execute an annual and multi‑year development plan to meet or exceed fundraising goals.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward major‑gift prospects, corporate partners, and foundations.
Expand individual giving programs, including recurring gifts and planned giving.
Lead grant IDD program/support research, writing, and reporting in partnership with program staff.
Track donor retention metrics and manage donor recognition.
Ensure meaningful stewardship at all giving levels.
Events & Campaigns
Plan and oversee signature fundraising events, including the annual Gala, Golf Outing, and special campaigns.
Develop and implement creative fundraising campaigns aligned with Journey21’s mission.
Leverage events to deepen donor engagement and expand the organization’s reach.
Communications & Storytelling
Partner with marketing staff to create compelling donor communications, impact reports, and social media content.
Represent Journey21 in the community through public speaking engagements, donor meetings, and networking events.
Ensure consistent messaging that reflects the values and mission of Journey21.
Leadership & Collaboration
Work closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and Development Committee to advance fundraising goals.
Provide regular reports on progress toward fundraising objectives.
Support and train board members and volunteers in fundraising best practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, or related field (Master’s preferred).
Minimum of 5 years of progressive fundraising experience, preferably in a nonprofit setting.
Proven track record of securing major gifts and managing donor portfolios.
Exceptional relationship‑building and interpersonal skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong storyteller.
Experience with donor management software (e.g., DonorPerfect, Raiser’s Edge) and CRM systems.
Strategic thinker with strong organizational and project‑management skills.
Passion for Journey21’s mission and a deep commitment to inclusion and equity.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off, holidays, and personal days.
Flexible scheduling and hybrid work opportunities.
Professional development opportunities.
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Other
Industries: Non‑profit Organizations
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