Philanthropy Officer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Description: Forefront Living is seeking exceptional candidates for the Philanthropy Officer position. POSITION SUMMARY:
The Philanthropy Officer Corporate and Annual Giving works collaboratively with all members of the Forefront Living Foundation by maintaining and strengthening relationships with corporate and mid-level individual donors. Responsible for developing and maintaining effective relationships to support corporate giving, annual giving, end-of-year giving, memorials, tributes and monthly recurring donations to support Forefront Living programs.RESPONSIBILITIES:
Demonstrate a service-oriented attitude, proactively solving problems and contributing to team success while upholding quality standards.
Exhibit the organization's values of Diversity, Integrity, Stewardship, and Compassion in daily tasks and interactions with stakeholders.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with corporate, foundation and annual giving donors, working alongside the Executive Director.
Collaborate with the Executive Director and team to manage corporate sponsorships and annual giving donations.
Develop and present relevant sponsorship packages to corporate sponsors that align with mission and corporate community goals.
Represent FL at corporate events and community events.
Devise innovative fundraising ideas that are mutually beneficial to corporate entities.
Identify and nurture prospects, record actions in Raisers Edge, and follow up appropriately.
Manage a portfolio of 100-125 active donors and prospects, conducting up to 200 contacts annually.
Implement strategies to engage, solicit, and acknowledge donors aligned with Forefront Living programs.
Collaborate with colleagues to enhance relationship-building methods.
Cultivate existing donor relationships to increase annual campaign support for Forefront Living.
Assist in identifying fundraising needs and staying informed about organization priorities.
Conduct qualification calls to cultivate relationships leading to donations.
Increase personal contacts with corporate sponsors and mid-level donors.
Research, write, and submit grants and LOIs to grant making corporations, and track awarded grants.
Develop strategies with Executive Director and Philanthropy Officer Major Gifts for transitioning annual givers to major donors.
Record all donor interactions accurately in Raisers Edge.
Promote understanding of Forefront Livings mission among donors.
Develop strategies for increasing monthly and recurring giving.
Support Foundation team members to foster a collaborative environment.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards and donor rights.
Perform other assigned duties as necessary.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years of fundraising experience with proven experience building and sustaining relationships with constituents that are engaged with an organization
Excels at identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and sustaining donor relationships.
Excellent presentation and influencing skills.
Ability to demonstrate experience in identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major gifts donors with minimum gifts of $5,000 or more
Prefer CFRE, as well as knowledge of Raisers Edge, Dallas philanthropy and fundraising experience in healthcare or university settings
Prior experience preparing and presenting project proposals to and/or negotiating with donors/prospect
Proven experience promoting, facilitating, and closing large gifts
Strong sense of diplomacy and demonstrated success in developing strong collaborative relationships with organizational peers and outside colleagues.
Experience in planned giving in order to provide options to prospective donors $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 Annually

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