Director of Donor Development

For Others raises awareness and empowers best-in-class organizations to end the child welfare crisis in America. We partner with donors, nonprofits, businesses, and government agencies to form a Collective that holistically addresses the crisis on all fronts. Through the power of the Collective, we can end the child welfare crisis within our lifetime.

Our strategy includes preventing children from entering foster care, recruiting and retaining ideal foster families, and community empowerment. Together, we can help children and families go from crisis to stability to thriving.

Executive Director

The Director of Donor Development will lead For Others Collective’s donor engagement and revenue growth strategy. This senior-level role is responsible for identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and foundations who align with our mission to end the child welfare crisis in America.

The Director will bring a proven record of major gift success, exceptional communication and relationship skills, and the ability to represent the organization confidently with executives, corporate leaders, and philanthropists. The ideal candidate will be viewed as a peer by D-suite donors and corporate partners and will possess the business acumen to make strategic asks that advance long-term sustainability.

Year 1 – raise new funds equal to 3x cost to employ

Year 2 – raise new funds equal to 6x cost to employ

Year 3 and beyond – raise new funds equal to 10x cost to employ

Donor Relations Manager

Develop and execute a comprehensive donor development strategy to grow annual contributed revenue.

• Build and manage a personal portfolio of 75-100 high-value donor and corporate relationships, each with customized cultivation and solicitation strategies.
• Conduct in-person and virtual meetings with C-suite executives, corporate foundations, and family offices to present partnership opportunities and “make the ask.”
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board to secure major gifts ($25,000 - $1,000,000+) and multi-year commitments.
• Partner with marketing and events teams to design elite donor experiences (Founder’s Circle, Vision Gathering, retreats, etc.).
• Oversee donor segmentation, communication strategies, and stewardship processes to deepen engagement.
• Utilize CRM systems (e.g., Blackbaud, Ninety EOS) to track metrics, report progress, and forecast giving trends.
• Support the Executive Director in preparing donor-facing materials, pitch decks, and proposals for high-profile presentations.
• Mentor and guide donor relations staff to ensure excellence in donor service and radical hospitality.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in major gift fundraising, corporate partnership development, or business development.
• Proven record of closing six-and seven-figure gifts.
• Executive presence and the ability to communicate persuasively with high-net-worth individuals, CEOs, and philanthropists.
• Strong understanding of nonprofit finance, donor psychology, and strategic stewardship.
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to travel nationally to meet donors and attend events (25-35% travel).

You go for it...You follow through on every request, no matter how big or small it may be. You stay composed under pressure and know how to prioritize your responsibilities.

You own it...You see something that needs to be done and you take action. You come up with solutions to problems and seek out ways to do your job better. You ask questions and seek clarity.

You check it...You check your work again and again, because you know that accuracy is everything. You pay strong attention to detail in all things.

You organize it...You prioritize well and can manage important projects, schedules, and communications in an orderly and efficient manner.

You pray about it...You know that the correct and best way for both yourself and For Others is accomplished only with God’s wisdom and favor.

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