Individual Giving Manager

Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 paid holidays

16 days paid time off

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Professional development annual benefi

401(k) with employer match up to 6%

Job summary

Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) in Phoenix is seeking an Individual Giving Manager to lead mid-level giving and legacy/planned giving programs. You will architect a sustainable donor pipeline with relationship-building, data-informed outreach, and thoughtful stewardship.

You will design cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans, manage moves management metrics in our CRM, and collaborate across teams to grow and retain donors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business-related field or social services.
• At least 3 years of fundraising/non-profit experience in a similar role.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms to track moves management metrics.
• Understanding of basic planned giving vehicles and advisory councils.
• CFRE preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio Strategy & Growth: design and execute cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for mid-level donors and planned givers.
• Pipeline Development: identify rising donors and move them into higher-tier giving relationships.
• Legacy Program Advancement: raise awareness of planned giving options and guide conversations.
• Donor-Centric Communications: draft appeal letters, updates, proposals, and stewardship messages.
• Data & Workflow Management: use CRM tools to track interactions and optimize donor retention.

Skills

Donor relations

Strategic fundraising

Stewardship

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or social services

Tools

Salesforce

Raiser's Edge

CRM databases

Job description

Phoenix, AZ
SARRC is seeking a strategic, relationship-focused Individual Giving Manager to power our mission of advancing research and providing lifelong support for individuals with autism and families.
In this role, you will lead high-impact strategy across two vital funding streams: mid-level giving and legacy/planned giving. You will be the architect of a sustainable individual donor pipeline while translating donor passion into meaningful support through authentic relationship building, data-informed outreach, and inspiring stewardship.

Why SARRC?

At SARRC, we don't just provide services—we build inclusive communities and lead international research. Joining our team means your daily work directly enhances the quality of life for individuals with autism across their lifespan.

Your Role

• Portfolio Strategy & Growth: Design and execute cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans to grow and retain a portfolio of mid-level donors ($1,000-$9,999) and prospective planned givers.
• Pipeline Development: Identify rising donors from SARRC’s grassroots, event, and annual giving bases, moving them seamlessly into higher-tier giving relationships.
• Legacy Program Advancement: Build awareness of planned giving opportunities (bequests, beneficiary designations, trusts) and guide donors through meaningful legacy planning conversations.
• Donor-Centric Communications: Draft compelling appeal letters, impact updates, proposals, and personalized stewardship messages that clearly articulate SARRC’s vision and community impact.
• Data & Workflow Management: Utilize CRM tools to track donor interactions, evaluate pipeline health, and optimize donor retention rates.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors’ degree with a business-related and/or social services specialization from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience within a not-for-profit in a fundraising and public relations role.
• Familiarity with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge, or similar customer management databases) to track moves management metrics.
• Understanding of basic planned giving vehicles (e.g., wills, trusts, IRA distributions) and ability to work with our Professional Advisory Council.
• CFRE preferred, not required.

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Ability to flex schedule for evening and weekend availability as needed

Benefits Include

• 8 paid holidays per year
• Up to 16 days per year Paid Time off
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (majority of coverage paid for by SARRC)
• Professional development annual benefit of $1000
• 401(k) with 50% company match up to 6%

Our Story

Established in 1997, the Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is an internationally recognized nonprofit organization dedicated to autism research, education, evidence-based treatment, and community outreach. We are one of the only autism organizations in the world that provides a lifetime of services for individuals and their families while also conducting cutting edge research.