The Opportunity
Boys & Girls Clubs of Weld County (BGWC) is seeking a highly motivated and dynamic individual to serve as the Director of Development. This is an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on kids’ lives. Reporting to the CEO, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead and direct BGCWC fundraising and financial sustainability initiatives. The role oversees setting the strategic direction for resource development (RD) and executes an annual RD plan, ensuring identified objectives and KPIs are met relative to individual and corporate giving, corporate partnerships, donation tracking, and grant procurement and reporting.
The role is responsible for telling our story among prospective financial supporters and inspiring them to get behind our mission, as we work to ensure that area kids and teens achieve great futures through delivery of a safe and fun space, and creating an engaging Club experience. As a proof point, 54% of Club alumni have said the Club saved their life, so the impact you will have on these kids’ and teens’ lives is and will be life changing. The ambition for the organization is to increase this positive impact of the BGCWC in the Weld County area by increasing the number of youths served and improving the efficacy of programming.
About the Organization
BGCWC has provided sustained growth and impacted the lives of Weld County area youth since 1964. Thousands of youths have come through the doors of BGCWC and it currently serves over 1,200 youth annually throughout club sites located in Fort Lupton, Milliken, Galeton, and Fort Morgan in addition to two clubs in Greeley along with a brand-new Teen Center opening this summer. Our nationally recognized programming includes academic support and tutoring, computer training, healthy lifestyles, arts and culture, as well as opportunities for community service and leadership development. BGCWC’s vision is to help our youth develop healthy physical and emotional habits, succeed in their chosen educational and career pathways, achieve self-efficacy and confidence, and become leaders in their communities.
Roles & Responsibilities
· Develop an annual Resource Development (RD) strategy and plan and execute the plan to meet and exceed objectives.
· Collaborate and participate in the development of the organization’s annual budget and ensure the RD strategy and plan will meet or exceed budgeted goals.
· Ensure the RD strategy and plan includes the design and execution of programs to identify, cultivate and solicit gifts from major individual, corporate and foundation prospects, growing and diversifying the organization’s donor base, as well as average funding levels from existing donors.
· Conduct donor analyses and mine donor database for trends and/or opportunities to help achieve funding objectives.
· Coordinate all donor and supporter correspondence, as well as develop and execute a communications and recognition strategy to cultivate and recognize donors while also respecting individual donor preferences.
· Collaborate with the Director of Marketing & Engagement in the planning and execution of a calendar of Special Events designed to generate awareness and connection to the organization among stakeholders, while also ensuring BGCWC achieves or exceeds financial goals based on the prior year’s event success.
· Collaborate with other departments and the Board of Directors in identifying strategic partnerships or sponsorships with corporations and local businesses for the organization overall, specific Clubhouse(s), and/or Special Events.
· Lead and oversee grant application strategy, in collaboration with Grant Writer to achieve financial support objectives through grant funding.
· Ensure BGCWC meets its responsibilities under the grant agreements and oversee timely and accurate submission of grant required reporting.
· Working with COO and Grant Writer, evaluate results of all grant funded programs, determine strategies for renewal, and identify new opportunities to support successful achievement of relevant programs and initiatives.
· Participate as staff liaison on the BGCWC Resource Development Committee.
· Provide regular, timely, and complete reporting of RD initiatives and their status at Committee and Board of Directors meetings.
· Represent the organization with donor and/or civic groups and seek opportunities to make presentations to help drive awareness for the organization, its programs, and its financial needs.
Administrative, Leadership, & People Management
· Maintain oversight and foster a culture of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) across the organization, especially within the RD department.
· Develop annual plan and needed financial resources for the RD department and effectively manage the subsequent deployment of approved budget.
· Lead, manage, and supervise Grant Writer in their responsibilities to support the development and execution of Resource Development strategy/plan.
· Manage all direct report issues, support professional development, and ensure annual personal performance objectives are developed, tracked, and that results are accurately reflected in formal reviews.
Skills/Knowledge Required
· Four-year degree from accredited college or university in marketing, sales, non-profit management, or related field.
· A minimum of 5 years work experience in fundraising and gift acquisition and/or sales.
· Proven ability to raise significant sums of money and meet agreed upon financial targets.
· Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and control fundraising expenses.
· Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a department and team.
· Group leadership skills across cross-functional departments, and an understanding of group dynamics.
· Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to communicate effectively with a diverse population, and represent BGCWC professionally to the community.
· Demonstrated organizational and project management abilities.
· Demonstrate the desire and willingness to think critically about opportunities for improvement.
· Proficient in use of computers, donor database systems, and MS Office Products.
· Previous work experience with youth-focused non-profit organizations, preferably in an after school or summer enrichment program.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
This position spends most of its time in-person or in an office setting with constituents, although there is the ability to work remotely as needed 1 to 2 days per week. Limited regional travel may be required from time-to-time. Must be able to maintain a high energy level and be comfortable performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities. Be able to work closely with others in a small office environment. Ability to lift supplies, materials, and collateral materials weighing up to 35 pounds as needed.
Disclaimer
The information presented in this job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of this position.
Location
There are 31 incorporated municipalities in Weld County, each with their own distinct personality, rich history, and strong sense of community. Most of our municipalities are an hour or less away from cultural amenities, Rocky Mountain National Park, and Denver International Airport, making Weld County an ideal location to live, work, or play. Weld County is also the home of the University of Northern Colorado, Aims Community College and other award-winning schools.
Weld County covers over 4,000 sq miles making it the third largest county in Colorado. And with a population of 329,000 people in 2020, it is the 9th most populated county. Nestled in Northern Colorado, Weld County has several charming small towns, thriving cities, with a history that runs deep. While BGCWC serves the Weld County area, Greeley is the primary base of operations and support. Nestled on the high plains, Greeley boasts breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Rocky Mountains, providing a quaint town atmosphere with an array of metropolitan amenities and experiences. Greeley is a place where you’ll be warmly greeted and presented with a plethora of exciting activities to enjoy. Brace yourself for a vibrant arts community, a State-certified Creative District, immersive experiences in Colorado’s rich history, diverse entertainment options to suit every musical and performance preference, and a population of exceptionally friendly locals eagerly awaiting to extend a warm welcome.
About the Clyfford Still Museum
Home to one of the world’s most intact public collections of any major artist, the Clyfford Still Museum offers nine beautiful galleries of Still’s art, historic photos, objects and letters from the Clyfford Still Archives, interactive features, tranquil outdoor terraces, views into storage and conservation areas, a hands-on art creation studio, shopping, exciting programs and events, and more. Considered one of the most important painters of the 20th century, Clyfford Still (1904–1980) was among the first generation of Abstract Expressionist artists. The Clyfford Still Museum collection represents more than 93 percent of the artist’s lifetime output, including approximately 3,125 works created between 1920 and 1980, as well as his complete archives.
The Clyfford Still Museum is located in the heart of Denver’s Golden Triangle Creative District, west of the Denver Art Museum’s Hamilton Building. The two-story, 28,500-square-foot building was designed by Brad Cloepfil of Allied Works Architecture specifically to display Clyfford Still’s work.
The Clyfford Still Museum stewards a collection of artworks that belong to the City and County of Denver—the people of Denver. This civic identity animates our belief that everyone can find meaningful connections with our collection regardless of background, level of education, or art experience.
Primary Objective
The Clyfford Still Museum is offering a growth opportunity for a development professional to carve out a new role that will further CSM’s impact and ensure long-term sustainability.
The Development Associate will manage the Museum’s annual fund, steward a portfolio of donors, and also be responsible for donor event management and cultivation efforts. The Development Associate will engage with all prospective and current donors across all channels and program areas.
The Development Associate will report to and support the Development Director in crafting key fundraising strategies related to Museum goals and partner on strategic design, tactical implementation, and fundraising. In addition, the Development Associate is responsible for working with leadership to build strong individual donor strategies. Over time, the Development Associate will grow a portfolio of major gift prospects and be responsible for moving them through the development process to solicitation.
Principal Responsibilities
• Manage a portfolio of donors to cultivate and solicit gifts as directed by the Director of Development
• Be responsible for executing all donor-focused special events, with support from other Development team members
• Work closely with other members of the Development team to ensure the success of the Museum’s membership and annual giving programs
• Ensure all donors to CSM are receiving appropriate stewardship
• Manage all donor data entry, including gift processing, and acknowledgments
• Manage donor communications including the crafting of messaging, management of distribution channels (email, text, mail), and list segmentation
• Participate in establishing annual contributed revenue and expense budgets and monitor progress toward goals
• Generate analytical reports to measure the effectiveness of services, benefits, and policies relating to the retention and acquisition of donors
• Assist with writing and/or review of grant proposals and reports as needed
• Represent the development department on the internal Altru data management team
Education, Job Qualifications, and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; associate degree accepted. Applicants with closely related work experience, rather than a higher education degree, will also be considered
• minimum 2-4 years of successful nonprofit development or related experience
• excellent writing and interpersonal skills
• experience planning and executing events for up to 200 guests, including the management of outside contractors (catering, entertainment, etc.)
• strong ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work well under pressure to meet multiple competing deadlines
• a team player who works collaboratively across the department and institution
• must enjoy working with the public and demonstrate a commitment to excellence in customer service
• excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel. PowerPoint)
• experience with Altru database or similar fundraising software is important
• Volunteer management experience preferred
• Grant writing and management experience a plus
• Knowledge of Denver philanthropic community a plus
Special Considerations (Work Environment, Schedule, Required Travel, etc.)
• Ability to maintain the highest degree of professionalism, confidentiality, discretion is a requirement
• 35 hours/week; some evening hours will be required
• Hybrid work environment, with some onsite required
• Works in a clean, comfortable environment with some noise and distractions
Physical Factors
• Work is mostly sedentary or light work; however, the ability to lift or move 5- 45 pounds is occasionally required to carry packages and office supplies
• Talking and Hearing: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities which demand detailed or important instructions spoken to others or recorded by listening accurately and/or quickly
• May require some bending, stooping, pushing, puling and climbing
• Hand/eye coordination for operation of computer systems
• Vision to read reports and other written material
Diversity and Inclusion
The Clyfford Still Museum is committed to building a diverse staff to serve the needs of our visitors. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply.
Non-Discrimination Statement – The Clyfford Still Museum bases its employment decisions on job- related qualifications and ability to perform a job, and therefore prohibits (a) making employment decisions or basing terms and conditions of employment, and (b) making contracting, admissions or facility use decisions or basing terms and conditions of contract or facility use on the basis of a person’s: race, creed, color, religion, sex, age 40 and over, height, weight, national origin, ancestry or ethnicity, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as well as any other basis now or in the future protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. The Museum follows this policy in all terms and conditions of employment including, without limitation, recruitment, hiring, testing, training, certification, opportunities for advancement, promotions, demotions, terminations, performance evaluations, compensation, and leaves. The Museum expressly prohibits retaliation against anyone who brings a complaint of discrimination or who assists the Museum in the investigation of a complaint of discrimination.
Resource Development & Communications Assistant
Part-Time (30 hours/week) $18/hour – $22/hour DOE Non-Exempt
Purpose: This individual will support the growth and development of SRC’s fundraising and communication goals. Reports to the Resource Development and Communications Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
· Supports the Resource Development & Communications Director as needed.
· Engages all aspects of Donor Perfect, specifically, correctly entering donor data and running reports specific to varying tiers of giving.
· Confidently assists with calling and conversating with donors as needed.
· Assists with cultivating and managing relationships with donors, treatment centers and sponsors.
· Will maintain confidentiality with regards to our CRM and our donors.
· Assists with facilitating fundraising campaigns and related events from start to finish.
· Assists in providing ongoing and timely donor recognition and appreciation as directed by RD&C Director through Constant Contact.
· Assists with training and managing volunteers who help with fundraising initiatives and events.
· Compiles and didacts donor reports to include those needed for annual report and coordinate mail merge information for bulk mailing of donor correspondence.
· Coordinate materials needed for fund development and donor appeals with Marketing Specialist.
· Coordinate weekly newsletter and other donor correspondence in Constant Contact as directed.
· Support development of print materials for fundraising events and written appeals with Marketing Specialist.
· Attends weekly and monthly SRC meetings.
· Assists with management of Charity Navigator and GuideStar profiles as directed.
· Assists with advocacy and anti-stigma efforts to include Recovery Hero project and advocacy committees.
· All other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
· High school diploma or graduate equivalent degree required.
· Associate’s degree preferred.
· Certificate of completion of the Recovery Coach Academy (30 hours) within two months after hire.
· HIPAA Training within one week after hire.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
· High comfortability with computer-based programs and able to enter and retrieve data utilizing SRC’s computer system application, printers or other office equipment, ZOOM and telephone.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected.
Annual Giving Manager
Organizational Summary
The Arvada Center for the Arts & Humanities celebrates and elevates the human condition with engaging arts, humanities, education, and entertainment that expand the cultural landscape for everyone. The Arvada Center strives to create and maintain an inclusive and welcoming environment for all artists, actors, staff, volunteers, and patrons.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of Individual Giving and Patron Experience, this position will implement a comprehensive strategy for the Center’s annual giving program. The Manager will be instrumental in expanding our donor base, building a pipeline for major gifts, and driving effective communication strategies aimed at both existing and prospective donors.
Responsibilities
Campaign Management: 30%
• Implement an annual giving strategy in conjunction with the Development team, generating more than $500k in contributed revenue
• Lead the execution of all annual giving campaigns, including direct mail, digital communications, and special appeals like Colorado Gives Day
• Develop collaborative relationships with staff and volunteers to help identify stories for fundraising appeals
Donor Relations: 30%
• Manage relationships with 50-75 annual donors to foster a stronger major gifts pipeline
• Connect personally with donors through one-on-one conversations at least twice a week to discuss their interests and the impact of their contributions
• Develop meaningful engagement plans for donors and ensure timely and accurate recognition
Program and Event Strategy: 30%
• Donor Events: Strategically plan and execute Behind the Scenes events, Employee Donor events, AC Tours, and other key stewardship events with the Development Staff. Attend public performances to foster ‘surprise and delight’ moments that enhance donor relationships
• Arts for All Gala: Serve on the Arts for All Gala committee to assist with planning. Coordinate the silent auction, ensuring item procurement, volunteer collaboration, information tracking, and signage development
• Membership and Giving Programs: Manage and expand the GEM (Giving Every Month) and Employee Giving Programs. Coordinate the Art Circle membership, including database management, renewals, appreciation events, and member recognition
Data and Admin Support: 10%
• Coordinate informal and timely appreciation letters and calls
• Using Tessitura, run and distribute Donor Performance Reports
• Analyze campaign effectiveness and provide strategic recommendations for improvements
• Maintain accurate records in the Individual Giving AirTable and Tessitura databases
• Stay apprised of annual and mid-level fundraising strategy trends and best practices to continue to streamline processes and grow revenue
Skills and Competencies
• At least 2-3 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, or a related field, along with an understanding of annual giving dynamics
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; CFRE is valued but not required
• Superior writing skills, including the ability to craft, proofread, and edit persuasive content
• Ability to cultivate deep and lasting relationships, effectively solicit donations, and implement tailored stewardship plans for donors
• Self-motivated, capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a complex and dynamic organization, instilling confidence and trust among colleagues and external partners
• Exceptional organizational and time management abilities, with a knack for prioritizing and managing multiple projects simultaneously to meet deadlines and maintain quality
• High ethical standards, discretion, and confidentiality in handling donor information
• Experience with Tessitura or similar database software preferred
• A passion for the arts
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse communities, including individuals of varying ages, ethnicities, cultural, educational, religious, and political backgrounds
Compensation
This is a full-time, exempt position earning an annualized salary range of $57,000 – $63,000 in addition to a benefit package including health, dental, vision insurance plans, term life and accident policies, 401k retirement plan, flexible spending plan, paid time off, and more!
The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity in any term, condition or privilege of employment. We do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability or any other status protected by state or local law. Candidates from traditionally marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job.
Application Instructions
Send an email with your resume and cover letter as PDF to jobs@arvadacenter.org with the job title in the subject line. Resumes without cover letters will not be considered.
*Applications accepted until June 3rd 2024.
Job Description
Position: Development Coordinator
Classification: Non-Exempt
Reports to: Director of Development
Location: Denver, CO
COVID-19 Information: It is an essential function and business necessity of the job that all employees are vaccinated and that all new hires must be vaccinated within four weeks of employment. CHN requires proof of vaccination as this is a business necessity of the job. CHN will discuss reasonable accommodations for medical and religious purposes. If CHN considers making an offer of employment, CHN will inquire about vaccination status at that time, including whether the new hire currently has COVID-19 or has COVID-19 symptoms.
Position Summary: Colorado Health Network, Inc. (CHN) is a statewide nonprofit comprised of the Denver Colorado Health Network, Northern Colorado Health Network, Southern Colorado Health Network, Western Colorado Health Network, Howard Dental Center, HeyDenver!, Hey719, and Access Point Colorado. Our mission is to equitably meet the evolving needs of people affected by HIV and other health conditions through prevention, care, and advocacy.
This Development Coordinator position is multifaceted and supports the overall organization in various ways. This position is integral to the success of our numerous events, fundraising efforts, social media strategizing, CRM management & maintenance, direct mail curation, stewardship, website maintenance, volunteer coordination, and much more.
The appropriate candidate will be able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously, enjoy outreach and relationship building, and have the ambition to grow and thrive within the organization. The Development Coordinator is a strategic thinker who communicates professionally and effectively with volunteers, donors, and community stakeholders. This person is a team player with energy and drive. Most importantly, this person is mission-driven and approaches the world in an empathetic & compassionate manner, especially as it relates to the various vulnerable populations we serve.
Essential Job Functions:
Social Media Management
This position will be responsible for developing and implementing social media strategies to increase CHN’s online presence, engage with our community, and promote our mission. The Development Coordinator will collaborate with programmatic staff across all regions to highlight their work. Responsible for the creation and posting of all content on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and others.
Special Events and Fundraisers
This position will serve as the onsite liaison for assigned events and will work with Development staff to implement key event goals, coordinate logistics, and assist with promotion and marketing. Alongside the Development Team, this person will help to secure event sponsorships and in-kind contributions. The Development Coordinator will recruit, train, supervise volunteers, and participate in post-event evaluations.
Database and Administration
This position supports database and administrative duties, including maintaining accurate records of donors and generating timely appropriate recognition letters, designing and implementing donor queries, reports, and correspondence, and inputting volunteer and event information.
Development
The Development Coordinator will participate in and attend key community events which foster organizational relationships and engage in outreach opportunities as identified. This person will also provide support to event committees.
This position will participate in developing annual plans and reports, as well as strategies for fundraising events and development activities for all CHN offices. This person will liaise with assigned community groups and maintain open communication and working relationships with staff, volunteers, donors, and community stakeholders.
Outstanding organizational skills are a must. Some travel to Regional Offices and within the Denver Metropolitan area is required. Weekend and evening work is required.
This list is not meant to be a comprehensive list of job duties. Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications: Experience with fundraising, community outreach, contact management, or other database software preferred. Must be able to learn and effectively manage fundraising software. Experience with HIV/AIDS preferred.
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business or nonprofit management, or a related program of study, or equivalent experience.
Software Utilized:
Experience working with virtual office and database computer programs, including familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint. Experience with fundraising, graphic design, contact management, or other database software preferred.
Knowledge, Skill, and Ability:
Demonstrated knowledge of fundraising best practices for nonprofit agencies and organizations and strong leadership and management skills. Excellent communication skills, including demonstrated ability to structure large amounts of information in a written document that is clear and easy to understand. Demonstrated ability to manage individuals and teams in a dynamic work environment effectively. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to successfully work independently and as a member of a team. Ability to organize and coordinate activities with multiple deadlines. Willingness and ability to work with diverse populations – persons with HIV, the LGBTQ community, persons of various ethnic backgrounds, and disenfranchised communities.
Material and Equipment Directly Used:
Works with computer workstations, laptops, servers, and standard office equipment. Works with software, including electronic health records, graphic and video design, word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software, as well as with online systems. Communicates with partner organizations and vendors using the telephone, e-mail, the Internet, and fax.
Physical Demands and Work Conditions:
Works in an office environment. May travel via automobile or airplane to offsite locations. Must have and maintain a valid Colorado driver’s license and auto insurance. Requires the ability to lift up to 45 pounds of materials. Requires clear speaking ability and the ability to use a telephone for extended periods. Requires the ability to view a computer screen (near acuity). Requires fingering agility for keyboarding. Requires knowledge and willingness to work in environments where alcoholic beverages are served.
As employees of a charitable organization, all CHN staff are responsible for serving as ambassadors for the organization in the community. This can be achieved by fostering relationships with potential constituents/donors and by participating in CHN events/activities meaningfully for each employee.
About Us:
Our employees are the most valuable asset we have. We celebrate and encourage applications from those with lived experiences related to this job posting. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents a significant part of our culture, reputation, and CHN’s commitment to the communities we serve.
All applicants and employees who are drawn to serve the mission of the Colorado Health Network will enjoy equality of opportunity and fair treatment as we embrace and encourage our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, HIV status, ethnicity, family or marital status, pregnancy, sex, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, substance use history, genetic information, prior protected activity and other characteristics that make our employees unique.
Job Summary
The Business Development Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all of First Tee — Southern Colorado’s fundraising, including grant writing, individual donor giving, corporate solicitations, and special event coordination, as well as assisting with marketing and communications activities. The manager will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will work closely with the Board of Directors in all development and fundraising endeavors. The Business Development Manager will be a highly visible member of the community, representing First Tee — Southern Colorado throughout the service area.
The ideal candidate for this position must be service-oriented, possess outstanding communication skills, strong interpersonal and organizational skills, an optimistic ‘can do’ attitude, and a self-starter who can take initiative within the priorities of the strategic plan. Join a growing organization of engaged and committed professionals who like to work hard and play hard while working toward shared goals.
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Employment Status: Full Time, Exempt
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising, Grant Writing and Events
Community Involvement
Marketing and Communications
Other duties as assigned by the Chief Executive Officer
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Job Summary: This position will serve as a member of the Leadership Team. This position will ensure the sustainability of our mission by leading our Development Department in providing competent detail-oriented, constituent-focused implementation of key development activities. This position will manage Development administrative functions, including marketing and communications, website management, fundraising and event planning, grant support, and direct donor cultivation and contact. This position will require self-initiative, a strong attention to outcome measures, constituent database management, prospect evaluation and pre-screening and growing other program assessment tools. All Maria Droste Counseling Center personnel require a commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and co-creating a sense of belonging within our community.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Fundraising
Events
Systems Support
Marketing and Communication Support
Organizational Development
Volunteer Management and Other Duties
Required Background, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
ORGANIZATION
Sun Valley Kitchen + Community Center (SVKCC)
JOB TITLE
Development and Grants Manager
ABOUT SUN VALLEY KITCHEN + COMMUNITY CENTER
Sun Valley, a highly diverse neighborhood in Denver, is characterized by a strong and unique sense of community, but also by significant challenges. The area lacks healthy food access, with approximately three quarters of its residents living below the poverty line. The core of SVKCC’s mission is to feed families with food and love. Over the past ten years, Sun Valley Kitchen + Community Center has grown organically to become a community hub, youth employer, catalyst for entrepreneurship, provider of enrichment programs for children and local youth, a restaurant, and a No Cost Grocery Program (“food pantry”). Our location on 1260 Decatur Street in Denver provides a unique space with a commercial kitchen. Learn more and “meet” our community on www.feedingsunvalley.com, instagram.com/sunvalleykitchen, https://www.facebook.com/sunvalleykitchen.
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
We are committed to creating a diverse and equitable work environment and we strongly encourage you to apply if you are part of the BIPOC and/or LGBTQIA community, and/or have lived experience with health inequities.
POSITION SUMMARY
Sun Valley Kitchen + Community Center seeks a dedicated and driven Development and Grants Manager who is passionate about food access, youth development and enrichment, and community development. This position will join a dynamic, committed team to develop communication, plan events, develop and implement corporate and individual fund development strategies, and oversee grant management and activities. This is a key leadership role, and the list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and may expand as needed and directed by the founder or director of operations.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The position reports to SVKCC’s Director of Operations on a day-to-day basis and the Founder for vision and strategy.
This is a full-time position. Due to the nature of the job responsibilities, this is a primarily in office position with some nights and weekends as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking an individual who is excited and eager to learn aspects of fundraising and community impact
while gaining skills in relationship building, volunteer management, communications, and business operations at
a thriving nonprofit organization. No previous experience required; merely a drive and willingness to jump in and
learn! We are looking for an individual with a proven ability to prioritize, organize, and manage multiple tasks
simultaneously, and is able to work independently and collaboratively and adapt to changing priorities.
The Development & Impact Intern will help in key areas of stewardship, school outreach, and general office
support. This position will be no more than 20 hours per week. We request a commitment through August 30,
2024. This is a hybrid in-office and work from home position. While flexible hours and days are available, this
position will be in-office on Tuesdays and other days/times when the workload requires it. The Development &
Impact Intern is expected to work in the office at least six times per month. This position reports to the Grant
Engagement Manager.
Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
● Help build upon DPS Foundation’s social media strategy and work to implement new channels and collect
DPS Foundation information and news seamlessly across all media
● Cleaning grant record in Raiser’s Edge
● Drafting award letters for review
● Setting up visits/walkthroughs at schools for donors
● Serve as an ambassador at events including speaking engagements, resource fairs, and sporting events
● Support student, educator, and donor stories and quotes collection to be used throughout the year
● Assist with donor outreach and stewardship events and support volunteer management as needed
● Organize electronic photo library and information used for impact reports
● Perform office support responsibilities on various projects
● Assist with additional specific projects, as needed and as assigned
● Create onboarding materials and train incoming interns
● Help sort donations and deliveries/pick-ups
● Help manage staff calendars
In alignment with our Core Values, DPS Foundation is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a
culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our human capital is the most valuable asset we have. The
collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation,
self-expression, unique capabilities, and talent our team members invest in their work represents a significant
part of not only our culture, but our reputation and organization’s achievement as well. We embrace and
encourage differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression,
language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation,
socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make individuals unique. DPS Foundation
encourages all qualified candidates to apply. All employment is decided on the basis of job related factors such as
qualifications, merit, and business need.