Connor's Heroes Foundation
The Development Director is a passionate, mission-driven leader responsible for advancing the mission of Connor’s Heroes through strategic fundraising and meaningful relationship-building. The Director leads all fundraising efforts, with a strong focus on donor engagement, major gifts, corporate partnerships, and the organization’s signature gala—the Annual Heroes Art Ball. Working closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers, the Development Director ensures sustainable growth while honoring the childhood cancer families we serve.
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with Connor’s Heroes’ mission and values
Set and achieve annual revenue goals across multiple fundraising channels
Use data, donor insights, and storytelling to grow and sustain support
Core Responsibilities Mission-Driven Fundraising Strategy
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with Connor’s Heroes’ mission and values
Set and achieve annual revenue goals across multiple fundraising channels
Use data, donor insights, and storytelling to grow and sustain support
Donor & Major Gift Relationships
Cultivate authentic, long-term relationships with individual donors, sponsors, and major gift prospects
Manage a portfolio of donors with personalized stewardship and engagement
Work closely with staff on the impact of giving through compelling stories of hope and resilience
Signature Gala & Events
Help lead the planning and execution of Connor’s Heroes’ signature fundraising gala, The Heroes Art Ball
Coordinate sponsorships, donor cultivation, guest experience, and post-event stewardship
Support additional events, including golf tournaments, peer-to-peer campaigns, leadership giving events and community fundraisers
Corporate & Community Partnerships
Secure and steward corporate donors and work closely with the Community Engagement Manager on new and existing partnerships
Serve as a public ambassador for Connor’s Heroes at events and in the community
Board Engagement
Partner with the Executive Director to actively engage the Board of Directors in fundraising
Support board members and volunteers with tools, coaching, and confidence to share the mission
Prepare fundraising reports and updates for the Board Development Committee
Development Operations
Assist with maintaining accurate donor records and reporting through the CRM, DonorPerfect
Serve as the primary administrator of Connor’s Heroes’ fundraising and event platform, OneCause
Coordinate donor mailings, invitations, and solicitations
Track metrics, evaluate outcomes, and continuously refine strategies
Other duties that may from time to time be assigned by the Executive Director
Skills and Qualifications
5+ years of nonprofit development or fundraising experience
Proficiency with donor database systems (preferably DonorPerfect and OneCause)
Demonstrated success in major gifts, events, and donor stewardship
Experience managing large-scale fundraising events
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and storytelling skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working in a hospital environment when necessary
Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
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Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with Connor’s Heroes’ mission and values
Set and achieve annual revenue goals across multiple fundraising channels
Use data, donor insights, and storytelling to grow and sustain support
Core Responsibilities Mission-Driven Fundraising Strategy
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with Connor’s Heroes’ mission and values
Set and achieve annual revenue goals across multiple fundraising channels
Use data, donor insights, and storytelling to grow and sustain support
Donor & Major Gift Relationships
Cultivate authentic, long-term relationships with individual donors, sponsors, and major gift prospects
Manage a portfolio of donors with personalized stewardship and engagement
Work closely with staff on the impact of giving through compelling stories of hope and resilience
Signature Gala & Events
Help lead the planning and execution of Connor’s Heroes’ signature fundraising gala, The Heroes Art Ball
Coordinate sponsorships, donor cultivation, guest experience, and post-event stewardship
Support additional events, including golf tournaments, peer-to-peer campaigns, leadership giving events and community fundraisers
Corporate & Community Partnerships
Secure and steward corporate donors and work closely with the Community Engagement Manager on new and existing partnerships
Serve as a public ambassador for Connor’s Heroes at events and in the community
Board Engagement
Partner with the Executive Director to actively engage the Board of Directors in fundraising
Support board members and volunteers with tools, coaching, and confidence to share the mission
Prepare fundraising reports and updates for the Board Development Committee
Development Operations
Assist with maintaining accurate donor records and reporting through the CRM, DonorPerfect
Serve as the primary administrator of Connor’s Heroes’ fundraising and event platform, OneCause
Coordinate donor mailings, invitations, and solicitations
Track metrics, evaluate outcomes, and continuously refine strategies
Other duties that may from time to time be assigned by the Executive Director
Skills and Qualifications
5+ years of nonprofit development or fundraising experience
Proficiency with donor database systems (preferably DonorPerfect and OneCause)
Demonstrated success in major gifts, events, and donor stewardship
Experience managing large-scale fundraising events
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and storytelling skills
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable working in a hospital environment when necessary
Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule, including evening and weekend hours.
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