The Stewardship Manager will enhance donor relations and oversee stewardship initiatives to engage major donors giving $50-$100K+. Responsibilities include policy development, managing recognition programs, and executing engagement events.
Background on The Lucky Foundation
The Lucky Foundation, a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation who was founded to honor the fallen, empower communities, and preserve the legacy of service, is seeking volunteer leaders to join its dynamic Advisory Board Committee.
Honoring our fallen heroes, both those who have served and those who protect our local communities, is a vital act of remembrance and gratitude. It is our duty to recognize their sacrifices, not only at a national level but also within our local communities and at a personal level.
Community involvement has a crucial role in honoring our heroes. It allows us to collectively express our appreciation and uphold the values our heroes embodied. Moreover, it enables families to pass down the legacy of their loved ones, instilling in younger generations the importance of patriotism, integrity, and selflessness.
Numerous ways exist to honor our heroes, their families, and their sacrifices. Through volunteering, donating, or simply expressing our gratitude, we can individually contribute to preserving their memory and upholding the ideals they fought for. These acts of remembrance serve as a reminder of the unwavering commitment and bravery of those who have given so much to safeguard our freedoms and protect our communities. Unite with us in honoring our fallen heroes.
The Lucky Foundation is seeking a major donor relations expert to join our Advisory Board Committee as the Stewardship Manager. The Stewardship Manager will be part of the Committee of the Advisory Board, a position which comes with more responsibilities than joining as a member. The Stewardship Manager position will be responsible for providing direction, guidance, and leadership.
Job Summary
Major donor Stewardship Manager enhances donor relations and oversees high-touch donor stewardship through the development and delivery of donor updates, engagement activities, and stewardship initiatives. Key focus on donors giving $50-$100K+. Implements comprehensive stewardship programs based on the development and implementation of appropriate policies, procedures and administrative systems that support the strategic direction for major and high touch donors at The Lucky Foundation.
Reports to: Chief Development Officer
Responsibilities
- Develops and implements policies and procedures relating to high-touch donor recognition and stewardship ensuring equity and special circumstances are considered
- Develops and maintains procedures for updates and high-touch donor recognition programs
- Collaborates with key stakeholders in cross-functional teams to develop and maintain processes that inform and communicate impact of donor giving to Chief of Philanthropic Engagement
- Collaborates cross functionally with Development Sector team officers and recommends strategies to meet officer stewardship goals and objectives
- Collaborates with other members of the Advisory Board Leadership Team and recommends strategies to meet Advisory Board goals and objectives
- Designs, manages, and executes special engagement initiatives and “insider” events related to donor matters, recognition, or stewardships
- Ensures compliance to high-touch donor relations policies, processes, and guidelines
- Develops and manages High-Touch Stewardship Plan to meet priority initiatives of the Advisory Board and ensures compliance and quality control
- All other duties and responsibilities as needed
Required Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of all fundraising practices
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills, project management skills and detail oriented
- Excellent written communication and presentation skills
- Skill with donor/customer database management and online fundraising tools
- Strong technical skills and proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Commitment to professional ethics in working with highly confidential, sensitive
- Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to respond adeptly to rapidly changing priorities and ability to work well under pressure
Experience Requirements
Experience in Marketing & Communications or related field; a minimum of 3-5 years of direct experience (i.e., fundraising).
Thank you for your interest!
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