Development Manager

About Englewood Arts: Englewood Arts is a dynamic 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and enriching the arts within our community. We provide a variety of cultural, educational, and artistic programs aimed at fostering creativity and engagement for people of all ages.
Position Summary:
The Development Manager leads and executes fundraising efforts to support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability. This role will include working with the Executive Director to develop and implement fundraising strategies. It also involves managing donor relations and overseeing grant proposals with goal to sustain and grow revenue streams while building strong relationships within the community.   
Key Responsibilities:
1. Fundraising Strategy & Planning

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to set annual fundraising plan and targets, determining key priorities
• Create strategies for donor engagement and retention, working to increase revenue from individuals, foundations, corporations, and government sources
• Manage individual giving, including donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship
• Oversee annual fund campaigns and online giving initiatives
• Support major gift identification and cultivation efforts
• Assist with grant research, proposal writing, and reporting relevant to arts and affordable housing initiatives

• Identify and cultivate relationships with major gift prospects, including individuals, corporations, and foundations
• Engage in donor stewardship activities to maintain and enhance long-term donor relationships
• Maintain accurate donor records in the Bloomerang CRM/database
• Prepare donor acknowledgements, impact reports, and stewardship communications
• Collaborate on fundraising appeals, newsletters, and donor communications
• Serve as a primary point of contact for donors and supporters
• Manage and grow the organization’s donor database, tracking donations and engagement

• ?Lead the development of grant proposals to secure foundation, government, and corporate funding
• Manage the preparation and submission of reports to funders, ensuring compliance with grant requirements and deadlines
• Research and identify new grant opportunities, particularly those relevant to arts and affordable housing initiatives
• Assist with grant research, proposal writing, and reporting relevant to arts and affordable housing initiatives

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and Fundraising Committee to identify new funding opportunities and donor prospects
• Assist in providing regular updates regarding fundraising progress and strategy
• Support Board members in their fundraising roles and encourage their active participation in donor cultivation

• Build and maintain relationships with local businesses, civic organizations, and community leaders to expand the organization’s network of support
• Represent the organization at community meetings, events, and networking opportunities

• Track fundraising progress toward goals, assist in the development of fundraising budgets, and provide regular updates to the Executive Director

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, arts administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a focus on donor relations, grant writing, and event planning
• Demonstrated experience securing major gifts and cultivating long-term donor relationships
• Knowledge of the nonprofit arts and/or affordable housing sectors is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate the organization’s mission to a variety of audiences
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Familiarity with fundraising software or donor management systems is a plus
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with a passion for the mission of the organization