Job description
Join Community Impact Partners, a premier nonprofit dedicated to advancing civic engagement and social services. We are seeking a results-oriented Donor Relations Manager to elevate our fundraising program and deepen impact with supporters across the region.
In this role, you will partner with program leaders, communications, and finance to design compelling donor journeys, manage a growing donor base, and ensure timely reporting to funders. If you are passionate about mission-driven work and have a track record in donor relations, this is your opportunity to make a measurable difference.
Responsibility
- Develop and implement a comprehensive donor relations strategy to grow annual giving and donor retention.
- Plan, execute, and track fundraising campaigns, major gifts, and stewardship activities.
- Prepare persuasive grant proposals, reports, and correspondence for foundations, corporations, and individuals.
- Manage donor data in the CRM, analyze results, and produce regular dashboards for leadership.
- Collaborate with programs, communications, and finance to align messaging and impact reporting.
- Coordinate donor events, cultivation activities, and acknowledgment programs.
- Maintain ethical fundraising practices and ensure compliance with funder guidelines.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or related field; 3+ years in donor relations or fundraising.
- Proven success in donor acquisition, retention, and major gifts with a donor-centric approach.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, storytelling, and presentation skills.
- Strong data literacy and experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Kindful) and MS Office.
- Project management ability, multi-tasking, and attention to detail; ability to work cross-functionally.
- Strategic thinker with a collaborative mindset and commitment to the mission.
- Ability to travel regionally as needed and to work occasional evenings/weekends for events.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all fundraising activities.