DIRECTOR OF MAJOR GIFTS AND CAPITAL CAMPAIGNS

DescriptionBENEFITS THAT BENEFIT YOU

FREE YMCA Family Gym Membership and Program Discounts

FREE Medical HMO Plans Available, Long-term Disability, Employee Assistance Programs, Basic Life Insurance

Affordable Medical PPO Option

Education Assistance Program Up To $1,500 per year

YMCA Retirement Fund

Paid Time Off, Sick Leave, and Holidays

Flexible Schedule

What does a Director of Major Gifts and Capital Campaign do?

Serve as the Association's subject matter expert by providing strategic fundraising, major gifts, and capital campaigns and support to association leadership, branch management, and volunteers

Lead the planning, execution, coordination, and evaluation of Association-wide fundraising initiatives, including capital campaigns, major gifts, and planned giving

Develop and implement measurable major gifts, capital campaign and planned giving fundraising strategies, campaign readiness plans, prospect management system(s), and stewardship initiatives that support organizational goals

Develop, cultivate and steward relationships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies, focusing on leadership and major gifts of $10,000 or more

Work alongside the President & CEO, branch leaders, and volunteers to identify philanthropic opportunities, build stronger donor relationships, and create unified solicitation strategies that lead to an increase in major gift donations annually

Support branch leadership in the planning coordination and execution of branch capital campaign projects aligning with the association wide comprehensive campaign

Oversee prospect research, major gift donor portfolio development and management, donor engagement activities, campaign reporting, and stewardship efforts to ensure measurable progress toward documented fundraising goals

Collaborate with and provide guidance to the Association Development Administrator and provide leadership for grant development, donor database management, reporting, planned giving initiatives, and departmental operations while promoting a culture of philanthropy throughout the Association

Collaborate with Marketing & Communications Department to develop compelling fundraising materials, donor proposals, campaign collateral, annual impact reports, and other communications supporting philanthropic initiatives

Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, corporate partners, foundations, and civic leaders to strengthen the YMCA's philanthropic presence and expand funding opportunities

Prepare and present fundraising reports, campaign updates, donor metrics, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership, Association committees, and the Board of Directors

Develop, monitor, and administer the department budget while ensuring compliance with Association policies, grant requirements, donor intent, and philanthropic best practices

Maintain development policies, procedures, and operational standards while providing training, coaching, and technical support to staff, volunteers, and branch leadership engaged in fundraising activities

Our Commitment to Belonging

At the Channel Islands YMCA, we are committed to building bridges within our communities. We aspire to create spaces, experiences, and a culture where all people belong and feel connected.

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Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years old

Bachelor’s Degree required

2+ years’ previous work-related experience preferred

Complete required certifications within 60 days of hire

Complete all required Branch and Position specific trainings as required within two weeks of hire

Ability to obtain a criminal record clearance

Maintain a valid California driver’s license, active participation in the California DMV Pull Program, an acceptable driving record and approval status as determined by the Channel Islands YMCA and/or its insurance carrier