Annual Giving Manager

Good Samaritan Hospice; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 21 days

Medical coverage (ICHRA)

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Education Assistance

Job summary

Good Samaritan Hospice is seeking an Annual Giving Manager to advance our fundraising initiatives, including campaigns, grants, donor engagement, and events. You will manage donor software, analytics, and reporting while building strong relationships with foundations, businesses, and the community.

You will collaborate with Marketing, Community Relations, and Finance to ensure campaigns meet goals, while providing timely acknowledgments and transparent reporting to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience including events and grants.
• Experience using social media for fundraising and brand awareness.
• Proficiency with fundraising databases, email, social platforms, and MS Office.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and trends.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support fundraising campaigns and events, including annual campaigns and other initiatives.
• Develop budgets, track outcomes, and ensure campaigns finish cost-effectively.
• Partner with Marketing and Community Relations to promote events and increase brand awareness.
• Manage donor lists and create promotional materials (emails, flyers, social content).
• Assist with capital campaigns and grant initiatives as directed by leadership.
• Research grant opportunities and cultivate funder relationships.
• Write, submit, and manage grant proposals with supporting docs.
• Coordinate with Finance on grant budgets and reporting.
• Lead donor software/donor recordkeeping; maintain accurate gift records.
• Identify new donor prospects and opportunities for support.
• Deliver clear reporting and analytics on giving trends and opportunities.
• Engage foundations, businesses, donors, and community leaders.
• Participate in speaking engagements and community activities supporting fundraising.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising

Grant management

Analytics

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Email platforms

Job description

About this position

Make a difference when it matters most

At Good Samaritan Hospice, we consider it a sacred honor to support individuals and families through their healthcare journey while strengthening the resources that make compassionate care possible. We are currently seeking a skilled and mission-driven Annual Giving Manager to join our Development team.

This role plays an important part in advancing Good Samaritan’s mission through fundraising campaigns, grant management, donor engagement, special events, and community partnerships. If you are an organized, creative, relationship-focused professional who enjoys connecting people to a meaningful cause, this may be the perfect opportunity for you.

Why you will love working at Good Sam

• Your work directly supports our mission. Your fundraising efforts help strengthen the resources available to patients and families receiving care from Good Samaritan.
• You will build meaningful relationships. Connect with donors, foundations, businesses, community leaders, and other partners who share our commitment to the community.
• You will have an opportunity to make an impact. From annual giving campaigns to grants and special events, your work helps create sustainable support for Good Samaritan.
• You will be part of a collaborative team. Work alongside Development, Marketing, Community Relations, Finance, and other teams to advance organizational goals.

The Annual Giving Manager supports mission-critical fundraising operations for Good Samaritan. This position is responsible for managing various fundraising campaigns and events, supporting grant development and management, overseeing donor software and recordkeeping, and developing reporting and analytics to identify giving trends and opportunities for support.

What you will do as an Annual Giving Manager:

• Manage and support fundraising campaigns and events, including the Annual Giving Campaign, Employee Giving Campaign, Butterfly Release, Memorial Service, and other initiatives
• Develop fundraising budgets, track outcomes, and ensure campaigns and events are completed in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Partner with Marketing and Community Relations to plan and promote fundraising events and increase brand awareness
• Manage donor lists and develop promotional materials, including advertisements, emails, flyers, social media content, and solicitation letters
• Assist with larger fundraising initiatives, including Capital Campaign activities, as directed by the Director of Philanthropy
• Research and identify grant funding opportunities and cultivate relationships with prospective funders
• Write, submit, and manage grant proposals and provide supporting documentation to prospective funders
• Partner with Finance to ensure grant budgets and financial reports are accurate
• Serve as the lead staff member for donor software and donor recordkeeping
• Maintain accurate records of donor gifts and grants and ensure timely donation acknowledgments
• Research and screen prospective donors and identify new opportunities for support
• Develop and deliver clear reporting and analytics to track giving trends and fundraising opportunities
• Build positive relationships with foundations, businesses, donors, and community leaders
• Participate in speaking engagements and community activities that support Good Samaritan’s fundraising efforts

What we are looking for in an Annual Giving Manager:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, including special event planning and grant management
• Experience using social media for fundraising and brand awareness
• Proficiency with fundraising databases, email, social media platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with current and prospective donors and community partners
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team

Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm, with occasional evenings and weekends required to support fundraising campaigns, events, and community activities

Benefits: 21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in your first year, medical coverage through our ICHRA model with multiple health plan options, Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match (100% match on the first 3% you contribute and 50% match on the next 1%), Education Assistance to support your professional growth, and so much more!

Find your purpose here

If you are a fundraising professional who wants to use your skills, creativity, and relationships to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, families, and our community, we would love to hear from you.

At Good Samaritan, you will be part of a team that cares deeply about our mission, our community, and one another.