Colorado Nonprofit Association

Development Manager

Development Manager (Remote)

Hours: Full time, Salaried, Exempt
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
Compensation: $70,000–$75,000, depending on experience, plus benefits* (including flexible PTO)

About Fresh Food Connect

Fresh Food Connect (FFC) is on a mission to grow a more local and resilient food system by connecting gardeners with their community. Our vision is homegrown food within reach. Through our mobile app, we harness the power of local gardeners by facilitating the donation of their surplus produce to frontline hunger relief programs in their own neighborhoods. In 2024, the FFC network facilitated the donation of over 85,000 pounds of homegrown food, which was distributed to nearly 50,000 people facing food insecurity through our network of Operating Partners. These donations equated to 70,000+ meals, $427,000 in grocery savings, and prevented 27 tons of carbon emissions by diverting food that might have otherwise gone to waste.

Position Overview

FFC is seeking a Development Manager to build, refine and expand our fundraising efforts across multiple revenue streams—grants, individual giving, corporate partnerships, and earned revenue. This is a new and evolving position, offering flexibility for the successful candidate to help shape priorities within the areas outlined below, based on their strengths and interests. Historically, the CEO has led all fundraising efforts, supported by a part-time contract grant writer. While the CEO will remain actively involved in fundraising across all avenues, especially donor engagement and fundraising strategy, the Development Manager will take on increasing ownership of key areas over time, working with the CEO to refine responsibilities as the role evolves. The Development Manager will collaborate with the current contract grant writer and partner with other departments to strengthen our fundraising strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Grants Collaboration and Reporting (30%)

Individual Giving (30%)

Development Operations (20%)

Corporate Partnerships (15%)

Organizational (5%)

Travel / Work Location

Required Skills and Experience

Desired Skills and Experience

What We’re Looking For | Essential Qualities