Development Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Donor StewardshipIndividual Giving (50%) Manage a portfolio of individual donors, with particular focus on mid-level gift prospects ($1K - $5K) Develop and execute a moves management strategy to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors toward deeper engagement and increased giving Prepare and deliver personalized stewardship communications including thank-you calls, impact updates, and meaningful touchpoints throughout the year Oversee annual giving campaigns and appeals in collaboration with the CDO and Communications Associate Maintain accurate and detailed donor records in Bloomerang database, capturing all relationship-building interactions Fundraising Events (35%) Lead the planning, logistics, and execution of LUW's signature fundraising and cultivation events, including the annual spring gala and fall benefit concert Develop event concepts, timelines, budgets, and revenue goals in partnership with the CDO Recruit, manage, and steward event committees, honorees, vendors, and sponsors Oversee solicitation and fulfillment of event sponsorships Coordinate with the Communications Associate on all event collateral, invitations, and digital promotion Conduct post-event analysis and apply learnings to strengthen future events Grants Support (10%) Collaborate with the Development DataGrants Coordinator to provide program narrative content for select grant applications and reports Cultivate relationships with foundation program officers as assigned by the CDO Department Collaboration (5%) Represent LUW at community events, donor meetings, and public-facing engagements as needed Contribute donor stories and program information to support communications efforts

QUALIFICATIONS

3+ years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, sales, or a closely related field Proven experience planning and executing events with significant logistical complexity Demonstrated ability to build and manage relationships that result in financial support or comparable outcomes Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with donor-facing correspondence Strong project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines Proficiency with Microsoft Office/Google Workspace; comfort learning CRM systems Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for local travel Commitment to the mission and values of LUW Bachelor's degree required