The Major Gifts Officer will lead major gift fundraising activities, identify donor prospects, and develop strategies for cultivating relationships and managing donor contributions.
Background on The Lucky Foundation
The Lucky Foundation, a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation who was founded to honor the fallen, empower communities, and preserve the legacy of service, is seeking volunteer leaders to join its dynamic Advisory Board Committee.
Honoring our fallen heroes, both those who have served and those who protect our local communities, is a vital act of remembrance and gratitude. It is our duty to recognize their sacrifices, not only at a national level but also within our local communities and at a personal level.
Community involvement has a crucial role in honoring our heroes. It allows us to collectively express our appreciation and uphold the values our heroes embodied. Moreover, it enables families to pass down the legacy of their loved ones, instilling in younger generations the importance of patriotism, integrity, and selflessness.
Numerous ways exist to honor our heroes, their families, and their sacrifices. Through volunteering, donating, or simply expressing our gratitude, we can individually contribute to preserving their memory and upholding the ideals they fought for. These acts of remembrance serve as a reminder of the unwavering commitment and bravery of those who have given so much to safeguard our freedoms and protect our communities. Unite with us in honoring our fallen heroes.
The Lucky Foundation (TLF) is seeking a Major Gifts Officer to join our Advisory Board. The Major Gifts Officer will be part of the Leadership Committee of the Advisory Board of Directors, a position which comes with more responsibilities than joining as a member. The Major Gifts Officer position will be responsible for providing direction, guidance, and leadership.
Job Summary
- The Major Gifts Officer is responsible for the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of individuals, organizations, private foundations and businesses/corporations in Major Gift fundraising activities of The Lucky Foundation.
- Develops and implements strategies for cultivating relationships, matching college projects and needs with donor interests, researching donor capacity and donor interrelationships with Lucky Foundation supporters, volunteers and staff.
Reports to: Chief Development Officer
Responsibilities
- Identifies, cultivates and solicits major donor prospects for significant contributions to the TLF Foundation in a Capital Campaign/Major Gifts fundraising approach.
- Works closely with the Foundation Board and the Campaign Committees to manage prospect assignments, record contacts, and prepare board members, and other leaders with training, materials and strategies necessary to be successful.
- Serves as an integral part of the team that designs The Lucky Foundation’s major campaign, coordinating the development of campaign materials, activities and events.
- Solicits or facilitates solicitation meetings with major donor prospects, working closely with the Foundation’s staff and volunteer leaders and/or Foundation board members.
- Maintains accurate and timely records/contact reports of all interaction with donors utilizing fundraising software.
- Oversees implementation of stewardship and recognition for all major donors.
- Coordinates and maintains positive relationships with other Foundation staff members in Annual Giving, Donor Relations, Planned Giving, and support staff to maximize donor relationships and philanthropic giving to the Foundation.
- Functions as a resource in the coordination of foundation events.
- Handle other planned giving responsibilities as needed.
Required Skills/Abilities
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, non-profit management, marketing or related field. Relevant experience may substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.
- In addition, five years of professional level fundraising experience in a non-profit setting or for-profit trust management services. Experience with Major Gift fundraising and Capital Campaigns.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Knowledge of effective private fundraising techniques and practices, including annual fund, solicitation techniques and planned giving programs.
- Knowledge of Association of Fundraising Professionals code of ethical conduct, National Committee on Planned Giving ethical practices and the Donor Bill of Rights.
- Knowledge of volunteer management techniques.
Skills in:
- Skill in private fundraising.
- Skill in communicating both in written and oral form.
- Skill in operating a computer and various supporting software packages.
Ability to:
- Ability to connect with potential donors promoting the needs of The Lucky Foundation in a way that results in giving.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to work with an ethnically and culturally diverse population.
- Ability to provide effective and responsive service to donors, volunteers and community contacts.
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, resolve problems and make decisions.
Thank you for your interest!
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