Director of Fundraising

Methodist Children's Home Society; Redford Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Children's Home Society in Michigan seeks a Director of Fundraising to lead the Development Department, advance the mission, and translate strong relationships into philanthropic support. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, you will build a high-performing team, drive annual plans, manage donor portfolios, grants, events, and sponsorships, and ensure accurate data in CRM.

The role requires strategic insight, collaborative leadership, and a passion for community impact, with

Qualifications

• Seasoned nonprofit fundraiser with leadership experience.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage fundraising initiatives, and achieve revenue goals.
• Strong knowledge of donor cultivation, major gifts, grants, sponsorships, and events.
• Experience with donor management systems (CRM), fundraising analytics, and reporting.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on execution.
• Passion for mission-driven work and community impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing fundraising team.
• Drive annual fundraising plans and campaigns aligned with goals.
• Monitor revenue projections, donor engagement, and performance metrics.
• Oversee donor portfolios, major gifts, grants, sponsorships, and stewardship.
• Ensure accurate donor records, gift processing, reporting, and CRM management.
• Improve fundraising systems for efficiency, accountability, and growth.
• Provide leadership for fundraising events, including galas and donor experiences.
• Build relationships with donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.
• Represent MCHS at events and donor meetings.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Donor relations

Grant strategies

CRM systems

Events management

Team leadership

Donor cultivation

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Make an Impact. Build Relationships. Drive Meaningful Change.

MCHS Family of Services is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Director of Fundraising to lead the day-to-day operations of our Development Department and help advance our mission of creating brighter futures for the individuals, families, and communities we serve.

Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), this leadership position is responsible for driving fundraising performance, strengthening donor relationships, overseeing development operations, and leading a high-performing team. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, collaborative leader, and passionate fundraiser who knows how to turn relationships into meaningful philanthropic support.

What You'll Do

Lead & Develop a High-Performing Team

• Supervise, coach, and mentor Development Officers and Coordinators to achieve individual and departmental fundraising goals.
• Establish clear performance expectations, promote accountability, and foster a collaborative, results-oriented culture.
• Support professional development, staff engagement, and continuous improvement.

Drive Fundraising Revenue & Results

• Lead the execution of annual fundraising plans and campaigns in alignment with organizational goals.
• Monitor fundraising performance, revenue projections, and donor engagement strategies.
• Oversee donor portfolios, cultivation efforts, solicitation strategies, and stewardship initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen fundraising performance and expand revenue streams.

Strengthen Donor Relationships & Development Operations

• Oversee donor pipeline development, major gift strategies, and relationship management.
• Collaborate on grant strategies, proposal development, and funding opportunities.
• Ensure accurate donor records, gift processing, reporting, and CRM management.
• Improve fundraising systems and processes to support efficiency, accountability, and growth.

Oversee Events & Community Engagement

• Provide leadership and strategic oversight for fundraising events, including our annual gala, donor experiences, and community engagement initiatives.
• Support sponsorship development, volunteer engagement, and corporate partnerships.
• Evaluate event success, fundraising outcomes, and opportunities for continued growth.

Collaborate & Represent MCHS

• Partner with the CDO and organizational leadership to advance fundraising priorities.
• Build meaningful relationships with donors, corporate partners, community stakeholders, and supporters.
• Represent MCHS at fundraising events, donor meetings, and community engagements.

What We're Looking For

• Demonstrated experience in nonprofit fundraising, development operations, donor relations, or a related field.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage fundraising initiatives, and achieve revenue goals.
• Strong understanding of donor cultivation, major gifts, grants, sponsorships, and fundraising events.
• Experience with donor management systems (CRM), fundraising analytics, and revenue reporting.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to balance strategic priorities with hands-on execution and accountability.
• Passion for mission-driven work and making a lasting impact in the community.

Why Join MCHS?

At MCHS Family of Services, your work is more than a job—it's an opportunity to make a meaningful difference. As our Director of Fundraising, you'll play an important role in expanding the resources, partnerships, and philanthropic support that help individuals and families build brighter futures.