Development Director, Heart Ball Fundraising

American Heart Association, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

PTO & holidays

Tuition assistance

Medical benefits

Job summary

The American Heart Association in Charlotte is seeking a Development Director to drive revenue for the Charlotte Heart Ball and related sponsorships. This in-person role focuses on building relationships with corporate partners and individual donors to meet revenue targets and support the mission.

You will lead fundraising efforts, coordinate committees, and collaborate with internal teams to optimize campaigns, events, and donor engagement.

Qualifications

• 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, sales, or other related experience.
• University/College degree or equivalent experience
• Ability to do daily local travel up to 75% and some overnight trips as needed; requires access to reliable transportation at all times on an immediate basis
• Ability to lift and/or move large objects (such as boxes) with the expectation that heavier items would be broken down into smaller components or requesting additional assistance may be required before lifting and/or moving
• Must have at least basic knowledge and skill/proficiency with Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

• Generate revenue by prospecting and securing local corporate sponsorship and individual donations. Achieve revenue goals by building and maintaining relationships with corporate partners and donors.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of prospective corporate sponsors and donors by conducting research that matches to the campaign goals and the Association's mission.
• Develop and present proposals and accompanying materials to secure revenue and volunteer engagement.
• Recruit, engage, and steward campaign chairs, executive volunteer leaders and committee members to drive fundraising success and community engagement.
• Coordinate the event auction including leading a committee of volunteers to solicit auction items and prepare packages that will raise funds.
• Grow, engage, and retain Cor Vitae Society members through strategic cultivation, stewardship, and year-round engagement opportunities that inspire long-term philanthropic support.
• Plan and implement events in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Work with a Communications Director to support and promote campaign communication plans.
• Manage and maintain accurate volunteer and supporter information within our customer relationship management (CRM) system and Microsoft platforms, ensuring data is current and up to date.

Skills

Fundraising

Sales

Relationship building

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM systems

Job description

The American Heart Association in Charlotte is seeking a Development Director to drive revenue for the Charlotte Heart Ball and related sponsorships. This in-person role focuses on building relationships with corporate partners and individual donors to meet revenue targets and support the mission.

You will lead fundraising efforts, coordinate committees, and collaborate with internal teams to optimize campaigns, events, and donor engagement.