Vice President of Development

Angel Foundation; Minnesota; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Angel Foundation™ seeks a strategic, relationship-driven fundraising leader to serve as its Vice President of Development. You will lead all fundraising, marketing, communications, and donor engagement to expand philanthropic support statewide, reporting to the President & CEO.

The role requires building a high-performing team, collaborating with the Board, community partners, and major donors to drive sustainable revenue growth and elevate the organization's visibility in Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports growth and sustainability.
• Lead philanthropic revenue streams including major gifts, individual giving, corporate partnerships, grants, and campaigns.
• Build and maintain a strong donor pipeline with moves management.
• Identify new funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities.
• Establish fundraising goals and metrics to drive accountability.

Job description

About Angel Foundation™

Angel foundation™ offers relief to adults with cancer and their loved ones through financial assistance, education, and emotional support. Angel Foundation™ is a mission-driven organization committed to providing compassionate support to adults impacted by cancer. The organization fosters a collaborative, people-first culture grounded in the belief of "How can I help?" Team members are passionate about serving the cancer community while advancing strategic growth, innovation, and organizational excellence. Angel Foundation™ is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment by providing equitable access to resources and cultivating respectful and authentic relationships with all stakeholders.

Angel Foundation Facts

• 25-year history of success delivering essential services to adult cancer patients and their loved ones.
• 62,000 individuals as well as $16 million in non-medical basic need support.
• Serves 4,200 patients annually
• 15 FTEs
• $4 million operating budget
• $5 million in assets

Position Summary

Angel Foundation™ seeks a strategic, relationship-driven, and visionary fundraising leader to serve as its next Vice President of Development. Reporting directly to the President & CEO and serving as a key member of the Leadership Team, the Vice President of Development will lead all fundraising, marketing, communications, and donor engagement efforts for the organization. This executive leader will oversee the design and execution of a comprehensive development strategy that drives sustainable revenue growth, strengthens donor relationships, elevates brand visibility, and advances the mission of Angel Foundation™ statewide. The Vice President of Development will lead and mentor a high-performing development and communications team while partnering closely with the President and CEO and Board of Directors, community leaders, corporate partners, and major donors to expand philanthropic support and deepen community engagement.

Key Leadership Responsibilities

Strategic Fundraising Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports organizational growth and long-term sustainability.
• Lead all philanthropic revenue streams including:
  • Major gifts
  • Individual giving
  • Corporate partnerships and sponsorships
  • Foundation grants
  • Annual campaigns
  • Special events
  • Workplace giving
  • Third party initiatives
• Build, manage, and maintain a strong donor pipeline through effective prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and moves management practices.
• Identify and pursue new funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities.
• Establish measurable fundraising goals and performance metrics while ensuring accountability across the development function.

Direct Reports

• Director of Individual Giving and Special Events (includes marketing and communications oversight)
• Senior Data Analyst
• Leadership Giving Officer

Marketing & Communications

• Provide strategic oversight for all marketing, branding, communications, and public relations activities.
• Ensure consistent messaging that effectively communicates Angel Foundation's mission, impact, and value proposition.
• Oversee integrated communications strategies utilizing digital marketing, social media, media relations, print materials, storytelling, and community engagement.
• Strengthen organizational visibility and brand awareness across Minnesota and key stakeholder audiences.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a collaborative and mission-focused development and communications team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and high performance.
• Provide coaching, goal setting, and professional development opportunities for staff.
• Ensure departmental operations, staffing, and budgets align with organizational priorities

Board & Community Engagement

• Partner with the President & CEO and Board of Directors to strengthen fundraising capacity and community engagement.