Development Specialist, Annual Giving

Development Specialist, Annual Giving

Presbyterian Living | Full Time | Geneva Foundation Department | 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday. Hybrid 3 days in office.

Are you looking for a team where you can bring your passion, strengths, and best self as a Development Specialist for our Geneva Foundation?

At Presbyterian Living, you'll join a mission‑driven community where employees work together to deliver a truly personalized experience for our residents. Our team values collaboration, compassion, and shared expertise, and we're searching for individuals who lead with heart and help create a positive, uplifting environment.

If you're someone who enjoys making a difference, building meaningful connections, and contributing to a workplace centered on wellness, independence, joy, and security, you'll feel right at home here.

A Supportive, People‑Centered Culture

We're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work®, a certification that reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging workplace for all team members.

Comprehensive Benefits That Care for You

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, Wellhub, and onsite fitness
• Financial Security: PTO rollover/sellback, 403(b) with match, commuter benefits, financial counseling
• Peace of Mind: Life insurance, disability coverage, EAP support
• Growth & Development: Tuition reimbursement, scholarships, mentorship, and career pathways
• Community & Connection: Engagement events and 24/7 chaplain counseling for emotional/spiritual support

Key Responsibilities

• Cultivating, expanding, and stewarding Foundation resident and donor relationships.
• Create and manage an active community calendar.
• Facilitate donor communications for and be a primary steward to resident campus committees including but may not be limited to:
  Employee Appreciation Committees, New Hope Scholarship Committees and Dollars for Our Scholars Committee.
• Strategize on how best to present the Geneva Foundation and Presbyterian Living to potential and current funders.
• Maintain familiarity with the charitable mission and programs of Presbyterian Living to accurately portray organizational activities.
• Provides guidance and support to the Employee Appreciation Committees and New Hope Scholarship Committees and Works closely with committee chairs to coordinate their efforts and if necessary, plan monthly committee meetings to advance the committee functions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• English language proficiency
• Two to three years of fund raising, public relations, special events coordination experience a plus.
• Upholds the highest ethical standards and confidentiality
• Must be very organized and a self-starter.

About Presbyterian Living

Presbyterian Living is an independent, not‑for‑profit senior living organization offering a full continuum of care—including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Since 1904, we've welcomed people from all backgrounds across our communities in Evanston (Westminster Place & Ten Twenty Grove), Lake Forest (Lake Forest Place), and Arlington Heights (The Moorings).

What sets us apart is our commitment to people - residents, families, and employees alike. We're a compassionate, mission‑driven organization where team members feel supported, valued, and inspired to make a meaningful difference each day.

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