Position Title: Development Director
Location: New York, NY (On-site with hybrid flexibility)
Status: Full-Time, ExemptReports to: Chief Executive Officer
Salary Range: $90,000 – $110,000, commensurate with experience
About the Peter Westbrook Foundation
The Peter Westbrook Foundation (PWF) is a nationally recognized nonprofit that uses the sport of fencing to empower underrepresented youth through athletic excellence, academic support, and mentorship. With a legacy rooted in Olympic success and community impact, PWF is committed to developing champions both on and off the fencing strip.
Position Summary
PWF is seeking an experienced and strategic fundraising professional to lead its development efforts as Development Director. This senior leadership role will oversee all aspects of fundraising, including individual giving, corporate partnerships, foundation grants, special events, and donor stewardship. The Development Director will work closely with the CEO, board members, and program staff to secure and grow sustainable revenue streams to support PWF’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and execute a comprehensive development strategy aligned with PWF’s strategic plan and growth goals
- Partner with the CEO and Board to cultivate and solicit major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundation funders
- Oversee all fundraising activities to meet annual revenue goals across individual giving, corporate sponsorships, foundation grants, and special events
- Lead foundation grant writing and reporting, particularly for academic enrichment and core youth development programs
- Drive corporate engagement strategy to support the competitive athlete program and national fencing initiatives
- Cultivate a strong individual giving program, including annual appeals, donor engagement campaigns, and major gifts
- Develop and manage the development budget and revenue forecasts
- Maintain accurate donor records and pipeline tracking through CRM
- Prepare regular fundraising reports for the CEO and Board of Directors
Donor Stewardship & Communications
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key donors, partners, and stakeholders through personalized engagement and stewardship plans
- Collaborate with the communications team to develop compelling fundraising materials and donor impact stories
- Ensure timely acknowledgment, recognition, and reporting for all gifts and grants
Corporate Relations
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate partnerships that support PWF’s Competitive Athlete Program, youth development programs and organizational priorities
- Develop and manage a portfolio of corporate sponsors and prospects aligned with PWF’s mission and funding goals
- Create compelling proposals, pitch decks, and customized partnership packages tailored to CSR and brand alignment goals
- Lead corporate engagement strategy, including sponsorships, cause-marketing campaigns, employee volunteer programs, and in-kind donations
Qualifications
- 7–10 years of progressive fundraising experience in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization
- Proven track record of securing major gifts, foundation support, and corporate sponsorships
- Experience managing staff and collaborating across departments and with senior leadership
- Strong strategic thinking, planning, and communication skills
- Comfort with CRM systems, donor analytics, and grant reporting processes
- Passion for youth development, racial equity, and social impact is a plus
- Familiarity with sports-based youth development, fencing, or NYC youth-serving organizations is a plus
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this position is $90,000–$110,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Peter Westbrook Foundation offers a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, mission-driven work environment where team members are supported and valued.
Impact of This Role
The Development Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the long-term sustainability and growth of the Peter Westbrook Foundation. By driving revenue through strategic partnerships, foundation grants, and individual giving, this leader will directly fuel opportunities for underrepresented youth to thrive—academically, athletically, and personally. Their success will allow PWF to deepen its impact, expand programming, support future Olympians, and provide life-changing mentorship to the next generation of leaders.
*Candidate cover letter required for consideration
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
Describe your experience using digital marketing, social media, paid advertising, email campaigns, or other online strategies to generate donations and expand an organization's donor base.
Provide a specific example of a digital fundraising campaign you developed, managed, or significantly contributed to. Include the platforms and tools used, your strategy for reaching new audiences, the campaign's approximate budget (if applicable), and measurable results such as donations generated, donor acquisition, conversion rates, audience growth, engagement, or return on investment.
Minimum response: 200 words
Describe the three fundraising priorities you would focus on first and explain why. Include how you would approach corporate partnerships, individual donors, fundraising events, grants and/or digital fundraising; how you would allocate your time and resources; and the specific metrics you would use to determine whether your strategy was successful.
Minimum response: 200 words
Describe your experience developing, securing, and maintaining corporate partnerships or sponsorships. Provide a specific example of a successful corporate partnership you personally helped cultivate or secure that resulted in financial support, sponsorship, in-kind contributions, or another meaningful benefit to the organization.
In your response, please explain how you identified and approached the partner, your role in developing the relationship and proposal, the amount or value secured, and how you maintained or expanded the partnership after the initial commitment.
Minimum response: 200 words
Describe your experience planning and executing fundraising events. Provide an example of a fundraising event for which you had significant responsibility, such as a gala, benefit, donor cultivation event, peer-to-peer campaign, or other fundraising initiative.
Please include your specific responsibilities, the fundraising goal, strategies used to attract donors and sponsors, approximate attendance when applicable, funds raised, expenses or budget considerations, and the overall outcome. Additionally, explain what you would have done differently to improve the event's fundraising performance.
Minimum response: 200 words
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10001
