Food For The Poor is seeking a seasoned fundraising professional to work as an active team player in the Major Giving Department. The successful candidate will develop relationships with top-tier donors to assist them in identifying and fulfilling their philanthropic goals. Through this important role, you can make a positive impact and create the change you wish to see in the world!  

Overall Responsibilities

• Build, nurture and sustain relationships with approximately 125 individual top-tier donors primarily through face-to-face visits
• Regularly solicit and secure five- and six-figure gifts from top-tier donors and prospects
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic disposition and perseverance; reflect an optimistic and positive attitude; and convey sensitivity to the needs of others
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Major Giving Department Director

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• National and occasional international travel to visit with donors
• Responsible for developing, preparing, and distributing high-quality and professional communications, reports, letters, mailings, and other materials necessary to appropriately communicate with and engage top-tier donors
• Work collaboratively with team to maximize overall effectiveness of department