Director, Major & Planned Gifts & Foundation Relations

Saint Meinrad; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Meinrad in Indiana is seeking a Director of Planned Giving and Foundation Relations to lead marketing for major gifts, manage estate and trust accounts, and cultivate relationships with donors and prospects.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in fundraising and at least four years of experience, with strong written and verbal skills, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic nonprofit environment. This position is full-time and based in Indiana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and training in fundraising.
• At least 4 years' experience in donor relations or fundraising.
• Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, interpersonal and writing skills.
• Strong initiative and ability to multi-task.

Responsibilities

• Plan, manage, and evaluate a comprehensive marketing program for major and planned gifts.
• Manage open estate and trust accounts with attorneys and officers.
• Oversee annual stewardship reports to endowment donors.
• Lead Major Gift Development Committee in donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Maintain relationships with 50-75 major donors/prospects; contact 10-15 monthly.
• Participate in execution of major fundraising programs.
• Advocate for endowment growth with the Business Manager/Treasurer.
• Stay current on gift planning trends and tax-wise giving.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Writing

Organizational skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in fundraising

Job description

Saint Meinrad in Indiana is seeking a Director of Planned Giving and Foundation Relations to lead marketing for major gifts, manage estate and trust accounts, and cultivate relationships with donors and prospects.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in fundraising and at least four years of experience, with strong written and verbal skills, initiative, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic nonprofit environment. This position is full-time and based in Indiana.