Vice President, Resource Development

A personalized cover letter, with salary requirements is required for consideration.

For nearly 80 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin (BGCSM) has empowered young people through opportunity, equity, and safe, high-quality programs. As we expand our reach, we seek a Vice President of Resource Development who sees fundraising as movement-building and donor partnerships as pathways to transforming lives. This leader will elevate BGCSM’s visibility, deepen community connections, and steward a philanthropic program that fuels youth impact for years to come.

Reporting to the CEO, the Vice President of Resource Development will design and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy, generating $5M+ annually and building a sustainable donor pipeline for future initiatives. This role blends strategic oversight with hands‑on donor engagement, requiring a leader adept at cultivating major gifts, guiding a team, and inspiring board participation. The VP will also oversee BGCSM’s signature fundraising and stewardship events to ensure meaningful donor experiences and strong net revenue.

• Lead multi-year fundraising strategy across annual, major, corporate, foundation, and legacy giving.
• Maintain diversified revenue streams and accurate forecasts.
• Provide regular updates to the CEO and Board.

• Manage a portfolio of high-capacity donors; cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships.
• Strengthen donor retention and long‑term engagement.
• Craft compelling narratives that inspire investment in BGCSM’s mission.

• Oversee all fundraising and donor‑stewardship events.
• Ensure events reflect BGCSM’s mission, elevate donor experience, and contribute strong net revenue.
• Integrate event engagement into overall donor strategy.

• Partner with CEO and Board to recruit and engage high‑impact donors.
• Lead key board committees and support governance best practices.
• Build relationships with community leaders and advisory groups.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the Resource Development team.
• Implement systems and tools that support efficient fundraising operations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, equity, excellence, and collaboration.

A mission‑driven fundraiser, strategic thinker, and relationship‑centered leader who brings people along with authenticity and purpose.

• Action Oriented
• Being Resilient
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Drives Engagement
• Drives Results
• Instills Trust

• Direct impact on youth outcomes across Sonoma and Marin counties.
• High visibility alongside the CEO, Executive Team, and Board.
• Opportunity to shape BGCSM’s long‑term philanthropic vision.
• A team and culture rooted in purpose, equity, and innovation.

• Launch a multi‑year fundraising strategy.
• Strengthen donor pipeline and stewardship systems.
• Advance capital and major gift efforts.
• Expand brand visibility and donor engagement.
• Increase board participation in fundraising.

Revenue growth, donor retention, major gift pipeline health, board engagement, and team performance.

• Lead all fundraising, donor relations, and stewardship efforts.
• Manage all giving streams: individual, corporate, foundation, major, legacy, and events.
• Partner with Marketing on donor communications, messaging, and media visibility.
• Recruit, coach, and develop the Resource Development team.

• Proven success securing major gifts ($100K–$1M+).
• Experience leading or contributing to $5M+ campaigns.
• Ability to manage and mentor a high‑performing team.
• Strong strategic planning, donor stewardship, and storytelling skills.

• Prefers maintenance over growth.
• Requires heavy administrative support.
• Uncomfortable with relationship‑driven fundraising or public visibility.

• Experience in nonprofit, philanthropy, youth development, community impact, or mission‑driven for‑profit sectors.
• Familiarity with capital campaigns, major donor relations, and brand…