Development Coordinator

Join to apply for the Development Coordinator role at Bethany for Children & Families

Bethany for Children & Families is looking for a Development Coordinator! The Development Coordinator supports Bethany’s fundraising efforts by building relationships with new and mid‑level donors. Reporting to the Director of Development & Communication, this role collaborates with Marketing, Communications, and Corporate and Community Engagement to advance Bethany’s mission.

Base Hourly Range: $20.67 - $23.08 per hour.

• Vacation time that grows with you — earn up to 80 hours your first year, and up to 160 hours after.
• Sick time: earn up to 96 hours each year.
• 11 paid holidays every year.
• 403(b) retirement plan with 8% employer contributions upon meeting eligibility.
• Choice of two health plans (one with an HSA + employer contributions).
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance (100% employer‑paid).
• Group Life and AD&D insurance included.
• Options for extra voluntary coverage.
• Educational Aid program to support your professional growth.

• Cultivate mid‑level donors and prospects.
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 300 mid‑level donors and more than 100 prospects.
• Develop customized cultivation and solicitation strategies based on donor interests and giving capacity.
• Conduct at least one (1) face‑to‑face donor meeting per week and make weekly phone calls to donors and prospects.
• Partner with development staff and agency leadership to strengthen donor relationships.
• Create and carry out stewardship and thank‑you strategies, including donor phone calls.
• Manage prospect research and strategy.
• Identify new major donor prospects using referrals, research tools, and professional networks.
• Create and maintain donor profiles in the organization’s donor management system.
• Track progress and analyze donor trends and capacity to refine fundraising strategies.
• Solicit and steward donors.
• Prepare proposals, cases for support, and personalized donor presentations.
• Plan and execute meaningful stewardship activities, including thank‑you letters, impact updates, and site visits.
• Support collaboration and organizational leadership.
• Work with Marketing and Communications staff to develop donor‑focused materials and campaigns.
• Support fundraising events and donor recognition activities.
• Provide timely updates and metrics to leadership on goals and outcomes.
• Lead in‑kind giving initiatives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for individuals donating goods and services.
• Coordinate the organization’s Angel Tree holiday giving program with Development staff.
• Coordinate the annual Holiday Meal Basket program with Development staff.

Bethany for Children & Families is a mission‑driven organization dedicated to strengthening children and families across Illinois and Iowa. As a Development Coordinator, you’ll help advance this mission by building meaningful donor relationships and supporting impactful programs. You’ll work alongside a collaborative, passionate team in a supportive environment, with the opportunity to make a tangible and lasting difference in the communities we serve.

• A bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Marketing, Sales, or a related field.
• At least two (2) years of experience in fundraising, sales, and/or marketing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent grammar, and solid research abilities.
• Experience with desktop publishing tools, primarily Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite.
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities.
• Knowledge of and experience with funder solicitation strategies, proposal writing, direct mail, and special events.
• The ability to meet all regulatory requirements for employees of Child Welfare Agencies under Illinois Administrative Rule and Procedure, including successful completion of required background checks (Sex Offender Registry, SACWIS, Illinois State Police, FBI, Federal and Illinois Office of the Inspector General) and Iowa clearances (Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse Registries, Sex Offender Registry, and Criminal History Records check).
• Reliable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and proof of vehicle insurance.

Bethany for Children & Families is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We’re committed to diversity and creating a welcoming environment for all backgrounds and identities.