Gift Planning Associate

The Catholic Foundation of Northern Colorado

Greenwood Village, CO

Job #:

August 24, 2026

October 23, 2026

Fundraising

Full-Time Employee

2‑5 Years

Undergraduate Degree

$24.00 to $26.00 Hourly

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As the Gift Planning Associate, you will play a vital role in strengthening relationships with The Catholic Foundation (Foundation) donors, contributing to the financial health of our mission‑driven organization, in addition to keeping the office running efficiently. You will provide essential administrative and technical support to the Business Development team, ensuring the seamless coordination of stewardship efforts and elevating donor engagement through excellent communication and relationship‑building.

• Conduct internal research, create letters and other documents, to assist the development team (particularly the Gift Planning Coordinator) with donor engagement.
• Assist with adding and tracking donor activity in Raiser's Edge (RE), and planned giving in a separate database (Bequest Manager).
• Update Planned Gift agreements and assist in creating new agreements as needed.

• Prepare marketing packets, handouts, and sign‑in sheets for events, presentations, and meetings.
• Assist with Networking Breakfast and Evening of Appreciation events, including invitations, collecting responses, name tags, and on‑site support as needed.

• Coordinate the HFLS All Souls Day Mass Intentions Project, including producing 500 letters, monitoring responses, and delivering them to the appropriate office.
• Organize and maintain online or hard copy files for donor‑advised funds (DAF), parish/school funds, lifetime giving societies, and partner organizations.

• Coordinate and manage office events and functions.
• Maintain a productive work environment by managing daily office operations, including kitchen and supply inventory.
• Be the go‑to person for organizing and placing lunch orders, as well as handling all incoming and outgoing mail.

• High school diploma or GED required, with a college degree in business administration, nonprofit management, communications, or a related field preferred.
• Two (2) or more years of experience in donor relations or administrative support.
• Strong organizational and multi‑tasking skills with excellent attention to detail and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 tools and donor management software (experience with Raiser's Edge is a plus).
• Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Proactive, service‑oriented mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Practicing Catholic preferred to align with the values and mission of the Foundation.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents; 90% of employee premium and 50% of dependent premium is paid by the Foundation.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan, with employer contribution fully vested beginning day one.
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability (STD & LTD) fully funded by the Foundation.
• Life Insurance for employees, spouses, and dependent children, fully paid for by the Foundation.
• Free Parking for all employees.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• 13 Paid Holidays/Feast Days.
• Temporary remote work option available.

Please note that these are just some potential examples, and the specific benefits and perks offered may vary based on the position and location.

Salary range is between $52,000 - $70,000 (approximately $25 - $33.50 per hour) - may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on individual's performance and experience.

Compensation will be determined by a number of factors including educational…