Top 19 Development fundraising Jobs in Ann Arbor Mi

Senior Philanthropic Advisor - Major Gifts
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation —Ann Arbor, MI
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Public speaking
- Research
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
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Development Generalist
University of Michigan —Ann Arbor, MI
- $62,000 - $68,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- University
- Opportunities for advancement
Philanthropic Advisor
Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation —Ann Arbor, MI
- $65,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Office
- Paid training
- 403(b) matching
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Coordinator, Grants & Development
Corner Health Center —Ypsilanti, MI
- $55,000 - $65,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Outlook
- Research
- Mid-level
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Associate Director, Development
University of Michigan —Ann Arbor, MI
- $95,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Office
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Director Of Development College of Arts & Sciences
Eastern Michigan University —Ypsilanti, MI
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
director of advancement/foundation
orsa credit union —Plymouth, MI
- From $92,100 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Computer literacy
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Manager of Annual Giving
Shelter Association of Washtenaw County —Ann Arbor, MI
- $60,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Research
- Office
- Residential
- 403(b) matching
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Vice President for Donor Engagement
University of Michigan —Ann Arbor, MI
- $280,000 - $300,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- University
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Fund Development Specialist - Ann Arbor
Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan —Ann Arbor, MI
- $17.11 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Computer skills
- Leadership
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid holidays
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Development Associate
Rudolf Steiner School —Ann Arbor, MI
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
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Prospect Research Manager
Trinity Health —Livonia, MI
- Full-time
- Customer service
- HIPAA
- Research
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Prospect Research Analyst
Trinity Health —Livonia, MI
- Full-time
- Marketing
- Customer service
- HIPAA
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Major Gift Officer
The Zekelman Holocaust Center —Farmington Hills, MI
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Research
- 401(k) matching
Chief Executive Officer
Hope Medical Clinic —Ypsilanti, MI
- Full-time
- Public speaking
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
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Development Officer
MCHS Family of Services —Redford, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Office
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Chief Philanthropy Officer
Jewish Family Service of Metropolitan Detroit —West Bloomfield Township, MI
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- 5 years
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Fundraising, Database, and Communications Coordinator
JSL —West Bloomfield Township, MI
- $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Research
- Mid-level
- Office
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Senior Philanthropic Advisor - Major Gifts

Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation
Ann Arbor, MI

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

403(b) matching
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance

Qualifications

Customer communication
Valuation
Bachelor's degree
Productivity software
Non-profit experience
Technical Proficiency

Full Job Description

Description:

The Philanthropic Advisor – Major Gifts is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Director of Philanthropy – Donor Services. This role is responsible for cultivating and securing significant outright gifts and managing complex non-cash contributions such as real estate, closely held stock, and other unique assets. The Advisor provides technical expertise in gift acceptance and compliance, while building strong relationships with donors to inspire transformational giving. This position also supervises the Event Planner, who designs and executes donor cultivation and recognition events.

Responsibilities include:

Donors

1. Manage strategies to identify, cultivate, and secure major gifts from individuals, families, and corporations

2. Respond to inquiries related to major gifts and non-cash contributions, draft fund agreements, and ensure compliance with gift acceptance policies

3. Develop tactics for informing and engaging major donors in the work of the Foundation to encourage deeper investment in its mission. Execute such plans and tactics.

4. Facilitate activities that support strong relationships with potential and current major donors, including systematic communication, donor recognition, special events, publications, and publicity

5. Track and monitor relationships with current and potential major donors, including researching and building profiles of donor interests, giving patterns, and philanthropic capabilities

6. Provide staff support to various committees and affiliates

Cultivating gifts

1. Identify, research, cultivate, and secure principal-level gifts to meet established new annual and long-term gift goals

2. Develop, implement, and manage asset development plans in targeted areas of growth for the Foundation, with emphasis on working with targeted groups such as the Board of Trustees

3. Exercise sound judgment in securing gifts and managing existing relationships to meet the objectives of the donor while supporting the mission and operations of the Foundation

4. Market a full range of gift vehicles for major gift acquisition, including gifts of real estate, securities, and other complex assets

5. Prepare and deliver compelling proposals and presentations for major gift prospects

6. Contact and meet with assigned donors to ensure satisfaction with the services provided by the Foundation and secure additional gifts

7. Continue and expand relationships and secure new gifts with affinity groups in the region

8. Manage assigned events and engagement opportunities that expand the public’s awareness of the Foundation to attract new major donors

Fundholders

1. Actively cultivate relationships with an assigned portfolio of fundholders to inspire and engage their philanthropic interests and goals. Fundholders may include individuals, families, corporations, nonprofit organizations, and distribution committees/boards (such as supporting organizations, committee-advised and scholarship funds)

2. Oversee the management of Foundation-related day-to-day needs for fundholders, leveraging the expertise of colleagues when needed

3. Create cultivation strategies focused on growing relationships with existing fundholders

4. Achieve strong proficiency in Foundant’s CSuite software for development functions, including but not limited to queries, reports, global changes, upload/download capabilities, fund balances, etc.

5. Manage and assist with the development and execution of donor recognition events and/or education sessions consistent with the Foundation’s overall donor relations strategies

6. Collaborate with appropriate Foundation staff on donor-related communications (i.e., newsletters, annual report, event marketing, special mailings, surveys, etc.)

7. Educate fundholders about Foundation initiatives, community funding opportunities, and partnership opportunities

8. Write and edit proposals, fund agreements, grant reports, and other correspondence

9. Research, identify, cultivate, and solicit potential fundholders for the Foundation and/or sponsors of Foundation initiatives

10. Make development pitches and presentations as needed

11. Coordinate with other departments to ensure the delivery of quality services to portfolio of fundholders

12. Perform other duties as assigned, including participation in other activities as assigned by the Director of Philanthropy – Donor Services

Leadership

1. Supervise and mentor the Event Planner, providing guidance on donor cultivation and recognition strategies

2. Oversee donor events and engagement activities, ensuring alignment with major gift strategies and the Foundation’s overall development goals

Requirements:

Position Requirements:

Education and Training

A bachelor's degree is required. A graduate degree is preferred. Certifications in fundraising, financial planning, estate planning, or related areas are a plus. A hands-on knowledge of modern development and communications tools, such as development software, CRM, databases, spreadsheets, and online research services, is strongly preferred.

Work Experience and Demonstrated Competencies

Significant professional experience is required
Minimum 3 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with a proven track record in major gifts is necessary
Experience working with high-net-worth individuals and complex gift structures
Experience or knowledge of non-cash gift valuation, IRS compliance, and charitable gift vehicles
Experience or knowledge of planned giving

Technical Competencies

Superior interpersonal skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Excellent public speaking abilities
Good command of modern office software and technologies
Familiarity with Washtenaw County issues, nonprofits, donors, and communities is preferred

Behavioral Competencies

Mission: Genuine and demonstrated passion for the community and the AAACF vision around diversity, equity, and inclusion. Demonstrated leadership presence to represent the Core Values of the Foundation in the public sphere
Communication: Ability to establish effective relationships with prospective donors, donors, professional advisors, board members, and staff members; ability to incorporate a strong customer service ethic into all activities (a service-oriented mindset is critical); confidentiality and discretion are a must; good sense of humor
Teamwork: Consummate team player; comfortable supporting and leading group efforts; willingness to embrace AAACF's strategic and tactical direction; active manager and mentor for all direct reports; contributes to a positive culture for all AAACF staff
Organization: Highly motivated, self-organized; thrives on handling multiple activities at once; able to prioritize issues on an ongoing basis; great attention to detail; able to handle most office tasks without assistance
Professional Maturity: Able to work independently to achieve objectives and solve problems; an entrepreneurial and creative mindset; a very strong work ethic, as well as integrity and sound judgment

Benefits include:

Four workdays in the office; one day remote
Health, dental and vision insurance
403(b) plan with contribution matching
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending and childcare savings accounts
Paid time off and much more

As frequently cited statistics note that communities of color, women and other marginalized groups apply to positions only if they completely meet qualifications, we encourage you to upend those statistics and apply to this position. We excitedly anticipate your application, and cover letter detailing why you are interested, how you are exceptional, and in what ways AAACF's values align with yours.

AAACF is an equal opportunity employer.

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Senior Philanthropic Advisor - Major Gifts

Development Generalist

Philanthropic Advisor

Coordinator, Grants & Development

Associate Director, Development

Director Of Development College of Arts & Sciences

director of advancement/foundation

Manager of Annual Giving

Assistant Vice President for Donor Engagement

Fund Development Specialist - Ann Arbor

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Major Gift Officer

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