Remote Philanthropy Lead for WA Conservation

Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition; Seattle (WA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Remote work flexibility within WA

Job summary

Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition is seeking a Philanthropy Manager to lead fundraising strategy and donor engagement across the state from a fully remote location within Washington. You will partner with leadership to grow major gifts, manage grants, plan events, and expand donor communications while coordinating with boards and partners.

The role emphasizes building relationships with foundations, corporations, and individual donors, with a focus on statewide conservation and

Qualifications

• Proven experience and results in not-for-profit fundraising, including a combination of grants, major gifts, sponsorships, annual appeals, virtual fundraising campaigns, and in-person events
• Understanding of fundraising communications strategies (e.g. storytelling, social media, etc.)
• Donor database experience to track and report on donors and campaigns (Charity Engine preferred)
• Fundraising event coordination or management experience
• Public speaking and presentation development skills and interest, to motivate Board and donor base in annual giving appeals and events, and to encourage member- and sponsorships.
• Marketing and fundraising collateral design experience, including event posters, organizational handouts and graphics for campaign email announcement and social media posts.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex information clearly and concisely
• A commitment to JEDI and a passion for integrating that into our work
• Passion for Washington State environment and outdoors, whether in urban or remote settings

Responsibilities

• Annual Fundraising strategy and planning: Help develop the Coalition’s annual fundraising calendar and goals, milestones and campaign/appeal themes. Create calendar of events and identify new opportunities.
• Major Donor Development and Communications: Develop and manage relationships and/or support the Executive Director and Board Members in major donor relationship development and ongoing communications/relationship building.
• Corporations and Foundations: Manage all aspects of gifts, including prospect identification, relationship management, grant writing, partnership presentations, and reporting. This includes nominations and organizations award request submittals.
• Organization and Agency Membership renewals: Coordinate an annual renewal effort for all members and organization. Implement a new member drive and set up presentations/meetings with new members and organizations, including cities, counties, companies, and organizations within the recreation and conservation space.
• Annual and local fundraising events: Lead the planning, execution, and evolution of the Coalition’s Fall Fundraiser and cultivate other small fundraising events throughout the state.
• Coordinate Direct Appeals and Donor Communications: Plan and execute, including direct mail, email, social media, collateral development and campaign logistics.
• Grant Writing: Research grant opportunities and manage grant applications and timelines, with the goal of 2 submittals per month. (20 applications /yr)
• Social Media: Develop and implement social media strategies to promote fundraising campaigns, events, and the Coalition’s mission. Create and curate content, including collateral for social media campaigns and event promotion, and monitor engagement to maximize outreach and visibility.
• BOD Philanthropy Committee: Staff and support the Board of Directors’ Philanthropy Committee and collaborate on events and initiatives. Prepare for Committee meetings and report fundraising results. Work to accomplish 100% Board giving each year.
• Manage CRM database, including entering donations, account updates, and tracking progress toward goals. Ensuring timely thank you messages and updates for every donation received. Set up registration pages and donations QR codes for events and campaigns, and track campaign results year over year. Manage IT tickets as needed and work with Operations Manager to look for system improvements.
• Donor Engagement Events: Support and help coordinate various donor-related events, including "Meet the WWRC," donor house parties or community events, and other special cultivation opportunities to strengthen relationships and encourage giving.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Major donor development

Grant writing

Donor database management

Public speaking

Marketing collateral design

Excellent written and interpersonal

JEDI commitment

Washington outdoors passion

Job description

Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition is seeking a Philanthropy Manager to lead fundraising strategy and donor engagement across the state from a fully remote location within Washington. You will partner with leadership to grow major gifts, manage grants, plan events, and expand donor communications while coordinating with boards and partners.

The role emphasizes building relationships with foundations, corporations, and individual donors, with a focus on statewide conservation and