Development Director

Christamore House; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Christamore House in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Development Director to lead all fundraising initiatives and donor engagement. You will design and execute strategies to build relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations, while guiding events and campaigns that advance the organization's mission in the community.

The role is hands-on and requires a passion for nonprofit work, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage donor data with accuracy.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in fundraising or development
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience with donor management systems (preferred)
• Passion for non-profit work and ethical fundraising

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual fundraising plans
• Cultivate and solicit donors and sponsors
• Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns
• Maintain donor database and ensure accurate reporting

Skills

Fundraising

Relationship building

Communication

Donor engagement

Tools

Donor management systems (CRM)

Job description

Development Director | Christamore House

About Christamore House:

Christamore House provides the very best child and youth educational services, senior programming and life skills training to the residents of Haughville and the Near-Westside of Indianapolis. Our work depends on strategic fundraising and strong donor relationships to create lasting impact in the community.

What You’ll Do:

As our Development Director, you will lead all aspects of development and donor engagement. You’ll design and execute fundraising strategies, and build relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations. This is a hands-on role for someone passionate about making a difference.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement annual fundraising plans
• Cultivate and solicit donors and sponsors
• Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns
• Maintain donor database and ensure accurate reporting

What We’re Looking For:

• 3+ years of experience in fundraising or development
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience with donor management systems (preferred)
• Passion for non-profit work and ethical fundraising

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make a real impact
• Competitive salary and flexible work environment

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