Philanthropy & Fundraising Lead — Remote WA

Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition; Washington; Remote; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Flexible vacation

Remote work in WA

Job summary

Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition seeks a Philanthropy Manager to guide fundraising strategy alongside the Executive Director and Board. You will manage major gifts, corporate support, events, memberships, and donor relations to advance the Coalition’s mission.

You will also handle grant applications, donor communications, and program storytelling, with travel across Washington for campaigns and conferences. A strong network in conservation and philanthropy is ideal.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in not-for-profit fundraising including grants, major gifts, sponsorships, annual appeals, virtual campaigns and events.
• Fundraising communications strategies (storytelling, social media, etc.).
• Donor database experience to track and report on donors and campaigns (Charity Engine preferred).
• Fundraising event coordination/management experience.
• Public speaking and presentation skills to motivate donors and board.
• Marketing collateral design for campaigns, posters, handouts, and social media posts.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual fundraising strategy and calendar.
• Manage major donor relationships and communications with ED and board.
• Oversee gifts, grants, sponsorships, and reporting including opportunities and submittals.
• Coordinate membership renewals and develop new outreach with cities, counties, companies in recreation/conservation space.
• Lead planning and execution of fundraising events in Washington.
• Coordinate direct appeals and donor communications across channels.
• Research and manage grants; aim for two submissions per month (20/year).
• Create social media content to promote campaigns and events; monitor impact.
• Support Board philanthropy committee and prepare meetings with fundraising results.

Skills

Fundraising

Major gifts

Grant writing

Event planning

Donor relations

CRM management

Communications

Public speaking

JEDI

Washington context

Tools

Charity Engine

Job description

Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition seeks a Philanthropy Manager to guide fundraising strategy alongside the Executive Director and Board. You will manage major gifts, corporate support, events, memberships, and donor relations to advance the Coalition’s mission.

You will also handle grant applications, donor communications, and program storytelling, with travel across Washington for campaigns and conferences. A strong network in conservation and philanthropy is ideal.