Description
The Fundraising and Business Development Director will lead Project Unity’s fundraising strategy, donor relations, and revenue growth initiatives. This full-time leadership role is responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive fundraising programs — major gifts, multi-year giving, corporate partnerships, foundation grants, annual campaigns, and special fundraising and networking events — to advance Project Unity’s mission and facilitate financial sustainability. Eloquent storytelling of Project Unity’s vision and community impact is crucial. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker possessing a charismatic interpersonal style and a passion to make a meaningful contribution to building bridges that unify our communities. This position is hybrid a blend of work from home and work in office.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a year-round fundraising plan to meet annual revenue targets.
- Identify and cultivate major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundation partners.
- Lead planning and execution of fundraising events, campaigns, and donor stewardship activities.
- Collaborate with the Board of Directors and senior leaders to establish fundraising goals.
- Oversee grant writing, proposal development to secure for funding and reporting compliance.
- Prepare and deliver donor communications, impact reports, and marketing materials to increase awareness and engagement.
- Manage donor database systems to ensure accurate record-keeping and relationship management.
- Collaborate with support resources to identify and ensure appropriate tracking, analysis, and reporting of fundraising performances and trends.
- Represent Project Unity through public speaking, networking, and advocacy in the community.
