ScrapsKC - Director of Developement
Director of Development Position Description
The Director of Development leads all fundraising efforts for ScrapsKC, including annual giving, major gifts, events, and future capital campaigns. This role develops and executes strategies to grow individual, foundation, and corporate support while stewarding existing donors. The Director works closely with the Executive Director, Board, and staff.
Key Duties
Fundraising & Strategy
Develop and execute annual and long-term fundraising plans
Grow annual giving, major gifts ($2,500+), and community support
Research prospects and manage donor pipelines
Oversee annual appeals, direct mail, and fundraising campaigns
Research, write, and manage grants and reporting
Support fundraising events and outreach materials
Donor Relations & Stewardship
Cultivate, solicit, steward, and recognize donors
Build strong relationships with individual, corporate, and foundation donors
Serve as an ambassador and represent ScrapsKC externally
Contribute content to newsletters and annual reports
Data & Reporting
Maintain and oversee donor database and gift acknowledgements
Track, analyze, and report fundraising performance
Provide regular reports to leadership and board
Other Responsibilities
Provide general administrative support as needed
Attend ScrapsKC events and occasional weekend activities
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree and 6–8 years of fundraising/community engagement experience
Passion for ScrapsKC’s mission and education equity
Strong relationship-building and communication skills
Experience with donor-centered fundraising
Highly organized with strong attention to detail
Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities
Comfortable with public speaking and presentations
Leadership experience and ability to work independently and in teams
Proficient in Microsoft Office and fundraising databases
Reliable transportation and ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to pass background check and drug test
Job Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $75,000 - 99,999
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