Major Gifts Fundraiser

Tri Delta is seeking a Major Gifts Fundraiser to cultivate, solicit and steward donors with a special focus on five to six figure multi-year gifts with the goal of meeting the fundraising and funding goals of Tri Delta’s Foundation. This role manages a portfolio of major gift prospects and collaborates closely with the CDO, Foundation Board, CEO, and all Executive Office teams to secure significant contributions, typically in the $25,000+ range.

The ideal candidate is a relationship-driven, strategic fundraiser with a passion for member-based organizations and proven track record of closing major gifts and building long-term donor partnerships.

The role is remote eligible. Candidates must be physically located in the US and eligible to work in the US without sponsorship.

Why work for Tri Delta?

Mission driven culture

Excellent work environment

Paid vacation & holidays

Benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, & vision), retirement, & life insurance

Industry leading professional training

Growth & promotion opportunities

Quick Details:

Status:
Full-time

Location:

Remote Travel: 15-20 trips per year Supervised by:
Chief Development Officer Supervises: N/ADriving Status:
Frequent

Key Responsibilities Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

Development Work with Foundation Team to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit and steward Tri Delta’s top donor prospects including the creation of donor proposals.

Manage portfolio of 75-150 major gifts prospects and donors.

Manage prospect pipeline and portfolio assignments.

Donor Relations Identify and engage new prospects

Build relationships aligned with organizational needs

Prepare and deliver proposals

Solicit and close major gifts

Stewardship & Relationship Management:

Ensure timely acknowledgment of gifts

Maintain engagement through updates and storytelling

Partner with leadership to deepen relationships

Cross-Collaboration & Internal Partnership:

Partner with Tri Delta’s Executive Team, Housing, and other teams to support donor outreach and engagement

Engage Tri Delta’s Foundation Board of Trustees and Campagin Cabinet in fundraising efforts

Collaborate with Brand Advancement on donor communications

Data & Reporting:

Maintain accurate CRM records

Track progress and forecast revenue

Provide reports on fundraising plans, efforts, and outcomes

Fulfill professional expectations of all Tri Delta employees:

Abide by and lead others in Tri Delta’s project management process and practices.

Receive and act on feedback; focus on self-development to become the best version of yourself.

Pursue open and consistent communication with Tri Delta employees and volunteers.

Conduct all work with a focus on elevating Tri Delta’s brand as a premier women’s organization dedicated to helping women live, learn, and lead – with Purpose, for a  passionate about serving others (e.g., Tri Delta employees, Board members, collegiate and alumnae members) and helping them become the best versions of themselves.

Required Qualifications include:4-8 years of related experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

Demonstrated success soliciting major gifts and cultivating donor relations while maintaining confidentiality

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to articulate Tri Delta’s mission and cultivate strong relationships with diverse individuals

Possesses solid strategy, relationship building, stewardship, fundraising, portfolio management, data segmentation knowledge

Expertise with CRM platform for non-profit fundraising

Preferred Qualifications include:

Tri Delta member

Experience with high-net worth individuals

Board engagement experience

Experience in planned giving

Important Considerations We do require successful…