Individual Gifts and Donor Relations Manager

Individual Gifts and Donor Relations Manager Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. Location: Hybrid remote in Los Angeles, CA 90015 or Fully Remote in San Diego Start date: As soon as possible Salary Range: $72,764.00 - $87,068.00 per year Job Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Individual Gifts & Donor Relations (IGDR) Manager to lead our fundraising initiatives and enhance our relationships with donors and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong relationship management and direct fundraising experience. This role is crucial for driving our mission forward through effective fundraising strategies and community engagement. This role is a hybrid remote role (2 days in office required). Position Overview: The Individual Gifts & Donor Relations Manager will support a comprehensive, relationship-based individual giving program of over $1 million annually by managing the research, identification, cultivation, solicitation, acknowledgment, and stewardship of sustaining and major donors. The (IGDR) Manager will work alongside a special events team as well as the Associate Director of Donor Relations, Director of Development, and the Managing and Executive Directors to plan and execute successful communication campaigns and events to engage individuals with the capacity and passion to advance the Equality California mission. The Individual Gifts & Donor Relations Manager will capitalize on strategic opportunities to retain and grow relationships with current constituents; convert event attendees into ongoing supporters; and identify and engage new donors in the Capitol Club (our sustaining donor program for gifts of $600-$4,999 annually) and Leadership Circle (our major donor program for gifts of $5,000+ annually). Responsibilities also include direct solicitation and traveling to build board and donor relationships. Frequent travel to major markets throughout California and Nevada is required, at least 25% of the time. Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain and Grow Individual Giving Programs: Prepare solicitation asks for both new and renewal donors, and perform solicitations (via email, mail, or phone, as preferred by prospect/donor). Manage all benefits of Capitol Club and Leadership Circle individual giving programs. Collaborate with Associate Director of Donor Relations to create and execute customized cultivation and ask strategies for each prospect category. Work with the Associate Director and Development Director to ensure budgeted revenue goals are achieved or exceeded. Proactively identify and research new major and sustaining donor prospects alongside the Associate Director of Donor Relations. Manage donor acknowledgment, stewardship, and benefit fulfillment to maximize donor engagement and continued support. Support external copy and creatives; including email and print. Support the Development team with in-person meetings and events as assigned. Promote Donor Engagement: Work with EQCA Boards and committee members to schedule, plan and execute cultivation and stewardship events (~30-100 attendees) throughout the state. Assist in the portfolio management of assigned donors and prospects. Foster a positive public image for Equality California and professionally represent EQCA at internal and external activities and events. Maintain professional relationships with local, statewide, and national LGBTQ and allied agencies and collaborators. Reporting/Finance: Support maintenance of current, accurate records of all donor information and correspondence in EveryAction, ActBlue, and additional platforms. Work to enhance moves management standard operating procedures. Assist with regular progress reports to the management staff and Board. Participate in the development of annual expense and revenue budgets by tracking pledges and contributions accurately in the donor management database. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your role within the organization. Union Representation: We recognize the Communications Workers of America (CWA) as the exclusive collective bargaining representative for your role. To apply: Please email your resume and cover letter to . 401(k) 401(k) matching Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Schedule: Evenings as needed Monday to Friday Nights as needed Experience: Fundraising: 3 years (Required) Individual Gifts: 2 years (Required) Policies at Equality California: Equality California is an equal employment opportunity employer. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply, including, but not limited to, women, people of color, people of diverse gender identities, and non-LGBTQ+ allies. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-01-03