National Forest Foundation
Associate Individual Giving Officer, Northeast and Midwest
National Forest Foundation, Missoula, Montana, us, 59812
Associate Individual Giving Officer, Northeast and Midwest
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Associate Individual Giving Officer, Northeast and Midwest
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National Forest Foundation
National Forest Foundation (NFF)
is pleased to offer an exempt, full‑time position to a candidate who will grow philanthropic support from individual donors. The ideal candidate would be based in the Rockies, Mid‑West, and Northeastern United States within a 1½‑hour drive of a major airport.
About the NFF:
As the official national partner to the US Forest Service (USFS), the National Forest Foundation was chartered by Congress in 1993. Today, the NFF advances forest resiliency, healthy watersheds, wildlife habitat, and recreation for all by working with communities and organizations across the country. The Foundation has grown significantly in the last few years in programmatic impact, revenue and support, and organizational capacity. NFF leads with impact, deploying roughly 90% of its expenses toward projects and programs across the country’s 193‑million-acre National Forest System.
Position Function:
The Associate Individual Giving Officer will report to the Senior Director of Individual Giving and is responsible for generating restricted and unrestricted funds from existing and new individual donors to support the NFF’s mission. The position will work closely with the Advancement team and other key staff across the NFF to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts from major gift donors.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
Partner with Advancement Operations to identify mid‑level donors ($1K–$24,999) who have not yet reached their giving potential and develop strategies to cultivate them toward a major gift ask ($25K+/annually).
Qualify prospects from within and beyond NFF’s donor pool to build a mature portfolio within three years of 80–100 individuals capable of giving $25K+/annually. This position will fundraise throughout the Rockies, Mid‑West, and Northeastern US including (but not limited to) CO, WY, MO, WI, OH, PA, MA, NY.
Employ a donor “matchmaking” approach—aligning individual interests with NFF’s core priorities in Wildfire Mitigation, Land and Water Restoration, and Recreation, as well as specific on‑the‑ground projects—to develop tailored strategies that maximize each donor’s philanthropic potential. Developing strategies for prospecting, cultivating, and soliciting donors for showcase projects within the assigned region.
Cultivate strong donor relationships through regular in‑person and virtual meetings, experiences, and timely communications that deepen engagement with NFF’s mission and programs.
Design and implement robust stewardship strategies to help donors understand and experience their impact.
Maintain timely and accurate records of donor engagement, strategy, and activity using CRM and moves management systems.
Serve as the advancement representative, and potential “liaison” for regional conservation teams, ensuring alignment between fundraising strategies of the national fundraising team, and the needs of NFF’s field‑based Conservation Teams.
Travel approximately 35–40% of the time (averaging 1½ trips per month) by air, car or public transit. In addition to covering the territory previously mentioned in this description, this position requires regular local travel.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Qualifications:
At least 3 years’ nonprofit development experience with proven results.
Commitment to ethical fundraising principles.
Commitment to the Mission.
Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license, clean driving record, and access to a reliable personal vehicle for transportation to/from the airport, meetings, and donor visits within driving distance.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Abilities and Skills:
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including comfort with phone calls, presentations, and soliciting donors.
Ability to communicate the NFF’s mission with enthusiasm, passion, candor, and nuance.
Ability to effectively leverage technology to connect with geographically dispersed donors.
Proficiency with Microsoft suite of software applications.
Strong relationship building and management skills.
Ability to work independently and remotely while still functioning as an integral member of a team.
Ability to set priorities while managing a variety of tasks and deadlines.
Strong attention to detail.
Location:
The position is based in the Rockies, Mid‑West, and Northeast Region of the lower 48 states, with a preference for candidates in New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Chicago, or Denver. Applicants must be able to travel regularly throughout the Rockies, Mid‑West, and Northeastern Region and live within close proximity (1½ hours) to a major airport. This is a work‑from‑home position requiring reliable internet access and a dedicated workspace.
Compensation:
NFF offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our total rewards strategy. The starting salary range for this position is $68,000 to $82,750, with the ability to grow to $97,500 based on performance outcomes over time and assessed annually.
Benefits:
Health And Wellness
Medical and dental insurance paid at 75% by the organization for you and any dependents.
Vision insurance paid 50% by the organization for you and any dependents.
Health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions between $1,878‑$3,750 per year, predicated on coverage type.
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA).
Employee assistance program (EAP) at no cost.
Financial Wellbeing
403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after one (1) year of service.
Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance at no cost.
Basic life and AD&D insurance at no cost, with voluntary life insurance options.
Whole life insurance at a discounted rate.
Flexibility And Time Off
Employees start with 35 days of annual leave, sick leave, personal leave and holidays (annual leave accrual rates increase with years of service).
Family & medical leave for up to sixteen (16) weeks with up to four (4) weeks paid.
Personal Development
Training & Development Programs.
Professional development reimbursement for up to $1,000 per year.
Journey Of a Lifetime
The opportunity to support an incredible mission and travel to / work in spectacular locations.
To Apply:
Applications must include both a cover letter and resume. Incomplete packages will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This posting will close on January 4th, or earlier if filled. Please visit our careers site to apply online.
The National Forest Foundation is an equal opportunity employer – meaning we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Further, we prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We strive to foster a work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and treated fairly.
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Associate Individual Giving Officer, Northeast and Midwest
role at
National Forest Foundation
National Forest Foundation (NFF)
is pleased to offer an exempt, full‑time position to a candidate who will grow philanthropic support from individual donors. The ideal candidate would be based in the Rockies, Mid‑West, and Northeastern United States within a 1½‑hour drive of a major airport.
About the NFF:
As the official national partner to the US Forest Service (USFS), the National Forest Foundation was chartered by Congress in 1993. Today, the NFF advances forest resiliency, healthy watersheds, wildlife habitat, and recreation for all by working with communities and organizations across the country. The Foundation has grown significantly in the last few years in programmatic impact, revenue and support, and organizational capacity. NFF leads with impact, deploying roughly 90% of its expenses toward projects and programs across the country’s 193‑million-acre National Forest System.
Position Function:
The Associate Individual Giving Officer will report to the Senior Director of Individual Giving and is responsible for generating restricted and unrestricted funds from existing and new individual donors to support the NFF’s mission. The position will work closely with the Advancement team and other key staff across the NFF to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts from major gift donors.
Position Duties and Responsibilities:
Partner with Advancement Operations to identify mid‑level donors ($1K–$24,999) who have not yet reached their giving potential and develop strategies to cultivate them toward a major gift ask ($25K+/annually).
Qualify prospects from within and beyond NFF’s donor pool to build a mature portfolio within three years of 80–100 individuals capable of giving $25K+/annually. This position will fundraise throughout the Rockies, Mid‑West, and Northeastern US including (but not limited to) CO, WY, MO, WI, OH, PA, MA, NY.
Employ a donor “matchmaking” approach—aligning individual interests with NFF’s core priorities in Wildfire Mitigation, Land and Water Restoration, and Recreation, as well as specific on‑the‑ground projects—to develop tailored strategies that maximize each donor’s philanthropic potential. Developing strategies for prospecting, cultivating, and soliciting donors for showcase projects within the assigned region.
Cultivate strong donor relationships through regular in‑person and virtual meetings, experiences, and timely communications that deepen engagement with NFF’s mission and programs.
Design and implement robust stewardship strategies to help donors understand and experience their impact.
Maintain timely and accurate records of donor engagement, strategy, and activity using CRM and moves management systems.
Serve as the advancement representative, and potential “liaison” for regional conservation teams, ensuring alignment between fundraising strategies of the national fundraising team, and the needs of NFF’s field‑based Conservation Teams.
Travel approximately 35–40% of the time (averaging 1½ trips per month) by air, car or public transit. In addition to covering the territory previously mentioned in this description, this position requires regular local travel.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education and Qualifications:
At least 3 years’ nonprofit development experience with proven results.
Commitment to ethical fundraising principles.
Commitment to the Mission.
Must have a valid U.S. driver’s license, clean driving record, and access to a reliable personal vehicle for transportation to/from the airport, meetings, and donor visits within driving distance.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Abilities and Skills:
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including comfort with phone calls, presentations, and soliciting donors.
Ability to communicate the NFF’s mission with enthusiasm, passion, candor, and nuance.
Ability to effectively leverage technology to connect with geographically dispersed donors.
Proficiency with Microsoft suite of software applications.
Strong relationship building and management skills.
Ability to work independently and remotely while still functioning as an integral member of a team.
Ability to set priorities while managing a variety of tasks and deadlines.
Strong attention to detail.
Location:
The position is based in the Rockies, Mid‑West, and Northeast Region of the lower 48 states, with a preference for candidates in New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Chicago, or Denver. Applicants must be able to travel regularly throughout the Rockies, Mid‑West, and Northeastern Region and live within close proximity (1½ hours) to a major airport. This is a work‑from‑home position requiring reliable internet access and a dedicated workspace.
Compensation:
NFF offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our total rewards strategy. The starting salary range for this position is $68,000 to $82,750, with the ability to grow to $97,500 based on performance outcomes over time and assessed annually.
Benefits:
Health And Wellness
Medical and dental insurance paid at 75% by the organization for you and any dependents.
Vision insurance paid 50% by the organization for you and any dependents.
Health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions between $1,878‑$3,750 per year, predicated on coverage type.
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA).
Employee assistance program (EAP) at no cost.
Financial Wellbeing
403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer match after one (1) year of service.
Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance at no cost.
Basic life and AD&D insurance at no cost, with voluntary life insurance options.
Whole life insurance at a discounted rate.
Flexibility And Time Off
Employees start with 35 days of annual leave, sick leave, personal leave and holidays (annual leave accrual rates increase with years of service).
Family & medical leave for up to sixteen (16) weeks with up to four (4) weeks paid.
Personal Development
Training & Development Programs.
Professional development reimbursement for up to $1,000 per year.
Journey Of a Lifetime
The opportunity to support an incredible mission and travel to / work in spectacular locations.
To Apply:
Applications must include both a cover letter and resume. Incomplete packages will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. This posting will close on January 4th, or earlier if filled. Please visit our careers site to apply online.
The National Forest Foundation is an equal opportunity employer – meaning we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable law. Further, we prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, and termination. We strive to foster a work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and treated fairly.
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