Strategic Development Leader

7 days ago


Bellingham, Washington, United States Whatcom Center for Early Learning Full time
Job Overview

The Whatcom Center for Early Learning is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality, equitable, and comprehensive therapy and support services to young children and their families in Whatcom County.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Development Director to lead our individual and corporate giving programs, major and minor agency events, and annual stewardship activities. This position plays a critical role in building relationships with donors and potential donors, including individuals, businesses, grantors, and foundations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Fundraising Strategy: Design and execute a plan to meet annual fundraising goals for all development activities, including individual and business giving, special events, and annual galas.
  • Donor Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with donors and potential donors through regular communication, networking, and relationship-building.
  • Grant Writing: Research and write grants to secure funding opportunities for the organization.
  • Event Planning: Oversee the planning and execution of internal and external events, including the annual fundraising gala.
  • Data Management: Manage and ensure quality control of data in our CRM database (Donor Perfect).
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A bachelor's degree in nonprofit administration, public administration, communications, business, or related field.
  • Three+ years of fundraising experience, with a proven track record of success in securing five-figure gifts and building donor relationships.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with donors, stakeholders, and team members.
  • Experience with CRM software, preferably Donor Perfect.
  • Supervisory or management experience, preferably in a non-profit setting.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and professional development opportunities. If you are a motivated and experienced fundraiser looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply.



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