Senior Director, Major Gifts & Donor Strategy

YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Free YMCA Family Membership

Rewards and Discounts

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

403b Retirement Savings

Professional Development

Retirement Plan 12%

Health Benefits

Job summary

Valley of the Sun YMCA in Phoenix is seeking a Director of Major Gifts to lead strategy for major gifts and planned giving, partnering with the Chief Development Officer and the development team to raise funds and drive branch campaigns.

The role focuses on donor cultivation, campaign readiness, and building relationships with foundations, corporations, and community leaders to advance the YMCA's mission statewide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required or equivalent.
• 7+ years of fundraising experience, preferably with YMCA or non-profit sectors.
• Ability to create interpretive materials to explain YMCA impact to donors.
• Demonstrated fundraising strategy development.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to relate to branch staff and volunteer leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the major gifts and endowment program strategy and growth.
• Develop and implement fundraising plans for branches and campaigns.
• Counsel branch leaders on donor prospects, capital campaigns, and fundraising training.
• Build meaningful relationships with donors, foundations, corporations, and community leaders.
• Ensure stewardship and accountability in all philanthropic activities.
• Collaborate with the CDO and development team to advance branch initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Donor relationships

Fundraising strategy

Non-profit fundraising

Board engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Valley of the Sun YMCA in Phoenix is seeking a Director of Major Gifts to lead strategy for major gifts and planned giving, partnering with the Chief Development Officer and the development team to raise funds and drive branch campaigns.

The role focuses on donor cultivation, campaign readiness, and building relationships with foundations, corporations, and community leaders to advance the YMCA's mission statewide.