Major Gifts Manager

ArborSys Group; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Shodair is seeking a Part-Time Major Gifts Manager to build relationships with philanthropists, cultivate major gifts, and expand the impact of Montana's only children's psychiatric hospital.

You will work closely with the Chief Development Officer and Foundation team to grow the major gifts program, engage donors, and secure transformational investments supporting children and families across Montana.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1–2 years of fundraising/related experience.
• Fundraising certification is preferred.
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently in part-time/remote environment.
• Experience with donor databases such as Raiser's Edge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage relationships with major donors, prospects, and corporate partners.
• Travel through Eastern Montana at least 25% of the time.
• Cultivate and solicit major gifts of $50,000 and above.
• Identify new major gift opportunities through prospect research and wealth screening tools.
• Partner with Foundation leadership to develop fundraising strategies and achieve annual goals.
• Support donor stewardship through recognition and ongoing engagement.
• Maintain donor records and portfolio activity using Raiser's Edge and other tools.
• Track fundraising progress and provide regular reports.
• Collaborate with leadership, finance, marketing, and board to align priorities.
• Assist with Foundation events and special fundraising initiatives.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree

Fundraising certification

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

Are you passionate about connecting generous donors in Eastern Montana with a mission that changes children's lives? Shodair is seeking a Part-Time Major Gifts Manager to build meaningful relationships with philanthropists, cultivate major gifts, and help expand the impact of Montana's only children's psychiatric hospital.

In this role, you'll work closely with the Chief Development Officer, Foundation team, executive leadership, and board members to grow our major gifts program, strengthen donor engagement, and help secure transformational investments that support the children and families we serve.

What You'll Do

• Build and manage relationships with major donors, prospects, and corporate partners.
• Travel through Eastern Montana at least 25% of the time.
• Cultivate and solicit major gifts of $50,000 and above in support of Shodair's mission.
• Identify new major gift opportunities through prospect research and wealth screening tools.
• Partner with Foundation leadership to develop fundraising strategies and achieve ambitious annual fundraising goals.
• Support donor stewardship through meaningful recognition and ongoing engagement.
• Maintain accurate donor records and portfolio activity using Raiser's Edge and other fundraising tools.
• Track fundraising progress, analyze metrics, and provide regular reports.
• Collaborate with leadership, finance, marketing, and board members to align fundraising priorities with organizational needs.
• Assist with Foundation events and special fundraising initiatives as needed.
• Help strengthen systems, processes, and best practices that support long-term fundraising success.

Why Join Shodair?

At Shodair, every gift has the power to transform the lives of children facing complex mental health, genetic, and developmental challenges. As a member of our Foundation team, you'll play a vital role in helping secure the resources that make exceptional care possible for children and families across Montana.

If you're a relationship-focused fundraiser who enjoys connecting people with meaningful opportunities to make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you. This position starts at $35.67 per hour.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 1-2 years of experience in fundraising, development, nonprofit leadership, sales, relationship management, or a related field.
• Fundraising certification is preferred.
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a part-time/remote environment.
• Experience with donor databases such as Raiser's Edge is a plus.
• Passion for helping donors achieve their philanthropic goals while advancing an important mission.