Individual Giving And Stewardship Manager

Job Description

Reports To - VP Advancement

Direct Reports - Donor Events & Stewardship Lead, Advancement Services and Analytics Specialist, Donor Relations Associate (to be hired)

Status - Regular Full-Time Exempt

Location - On site in Downtown Houston, Texas, with flexibility for occasional remote work

Schedule - General business hours with some nights and weekends

The Individual Giving and Stewardship Manager leads the Hobby Center’s individual giving strategies, annual fundraising event, and donor engagement programs to drive contributed revenue, cultivate new donors, deepen existing relationships, and build loyalty and advocacy. This role plays a vital part in securing philanthropic revenue to sustain and expand the Hobby Center's programs, serving as a key frontline fundraiser on our growing Advancement team.

As the architect of expanded annual giving programs, this position will foster meaningful relationships with donors at all levels and contribute to a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization. In partnership with the VP Advancement, the Individual Giving and Stewardship Manager drives activity expected to raise $2 million in FY26 with that number likely to grow in future years. Along with the rest of the Advancement team, this position also supports the execution of special campaigns and projects as well as strategic plan tactics.

You Are:

• A relationship-focused fundraiser with a strong track record in individual giving and fundraising events.
• Resourceful, proactive and mission-driven.
• Inspired by the connection between systems-building and relationship-building.
• A collaborative team leader and skilled project manager.
• Passionate about the performing arts and committed to community impact.

We Are

• A vibrant performing arts center in downtown Houston offering a huge range of arts and entertainment experiences.
• A connector, convenor, and incubator for all Houston audiences, artmakers, and arts organizations.
• An established, stable nonprofit organization engaged in an exciting period of growth and transformation.
• Committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of people and ideas and fosters a sense of belonging.
• A high-performance culture that is supportive of your professional growth and ability to work in a sustainable, empowered way.

• Lead the Hobby Center’s individual giving initiatives to maximize donor investment, engagement, and retention.
• Design and execute annual giving programs to deepen connections with current donors and expand the base of donor support, including use of direct mail, email, and digital campaigns.
• Manage a personal portfolio of mid-level and major donors and prospects.
• Shape and lead moves management systems and processes for the full Advancement team.
• Provide oversight to donor data systems and ensure data integrity and accurate reporting.
• Analyze donor data to inform strategy, segmentation, messaging, performance, and ROI.

• Provide staff leadership to the Hobby Center’s annual fundraising event, serving as a key point of contact for volunteer event leaders and committee members.
• Engage internal and external stakeholders to shape the event experience and achieve fundraising goals.
• Work with Donor Events and Stewardship Lead to drive event planning and execution, including managing communications, securing vendors, overseeing logistics, defining timeline, and monitoring budget.
• Create pre- and post-event engagement plans to extend impact and deepen connections with event prospects and attendees.

• Design personalized engagement and stewardship strategies that connect donors to the Hobby Center’s mission, build community, and communicate impact and appreciation across all giving levels.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive donor benefit structure and communications calendar with a focus on creating an exceptional and distinctive donor experience.
• Partner with other members of the Advancement team to define systems and practices for donor and sponsor recognition and benefit delivery.
• Ensure accurate tracking and timely…