Regional Philanthropy Lead – Individual Giving

Epilepsy Foundation

Missouri

On-site

USD 75,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The Epilepsy Foundation seeks an Associate Director, Individual Giving for the Eastern & Central Region to cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of 150–200 donors with giving levels mostly between $2,500 and $24,999. Reporting to the VP of Major Gifts, you will build relationships, coordinate with regional and affiliate leaders, and drive fundraising revenue while maintaining accurate CRM records.

This role requires a relationship-centered fundraiser comfortable making direct asks and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3–5 years fundraising or donor relations experience.
Proven ability to cultivate relationships and solicit donors.
Experience managing donor portfolios and moves management.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work across a large geographic territory.
Experience using a fundraising CRM and maintaining donor records.

Responsibilities

Portfolio management: manage 150–200 donors/prospects, $2,500–$24,999 range.
Donor engagement: build authentic relationships and personalized stewardship.
Affiliate/Regional partnership: collaborate with affiliates and regional teams.
National Walk: leverage Walk participants and peer-to-peer fundraisers for annual giving.
Collaboration: work with Development, Marketing, Research & Innovation, Advocacy and Engagement.
Performance: meet revenue goals, track activity, and maintain CRM documentation.