Director of Development

Organization Overview

Cascia Hall Preparatory School is a Catholic, Augustinian college preparatory school for students of all faiths in grades 6-12. In the Augustinian tradition, students receive a liberal arts education which prepares them for college and for life. Students at Cascia Hall benefit from challenging academics, enriching activities, an excellent faculty and community support. 

Position Overview

The Director of Development and Donor Engagement leads a comprehensive philanthropic lifecycle strategy, balancing proactive growth initiatives with sophisticated stewardship to secure new investment and deepen long-term donor loyalty.

This role is responsible for directing the donor journey through personalized communication, strategic recognition, and high-impact events aligned with organizational priorities. Working collaboratively, the Director ensures donor interactions are proactive, timely, and mission-driven, while maintaining accurate records and stewarding donor intent. The position leverages data and predictive analytics to inform growth strategy, improve retention, and achieve ambitious fundraising goals.

This role requires strong strategic planning, communication, and project management skills, along with a commitment to professionalism, confidentiality, and excellence in philanthropic service.

Essential Job Functions

Annual Giving Strategy and Execution

·        Develop and manage a comprehensive annual giving strategy in support of Cascia Hall’s One Cascia annual fund

·        Oversee all annual fund initiatives, including direct mail, digital appeals, alumni outreach, and special campaigns

·        Manage and grow Cascia Hall’s annual giving society to strengthen leadership-level participation and donor engagement

Donor Identification, Cultivation, and Stewardship

·        Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with alumni, parents, grandparents, and friends of Cascia Hall by aligning philanthropic interests with the school’s Catholic, Augustinian mission and academic priorities

·        Develop and implement effective solicitation strategies for annual and leadership-level gifts

·        Strengthen donor relationships through intentional cultivation, recognition, and stewardship activities that reflect the values of the Cascia Hall community

·        Work with the Director of School Advancement and the campaign cabinet to facilitate major gifts for specific campaigns/needs as they arise

Prospect Research and Pipeline Development

·        Conduct and compile prospect research to identify new funding opportunities and

expand the school’s donor base

·        Maintain accurate and timely documentation of donor interactions and engagement in

the advancement database

Data Management and Reporting

·        Work with the Advancement Assistant to oversee donor database integrity, including gift entry, pledge tracking, and donor communications

·        Ensure accurate record-keeping and adherence to best practices in fundraising operations and reporting

·        Track and evaluate annual giving performance, preparing reports and analyses for the Headmaster, Director of Advancement, and Board of Directors

Collaboration and Volunteer Engagement

·        Partner with the Headmaster, Director of Advancement, Board members, and key volunteers to advance fundraising priorities

·        Support and engage volunteers, including alumni leaders and campaign committees, in annual giving efforts

·        Collaborate across departments to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with school priorities

Events and Community Engagement

·        Assist in planning and executing advancement events, including donor cultivation, stewardship, and community engagement opportunities

·        Represent Cascia Hall at school and community events to strengthen relationships and promote a culture of philanthropy Operations and Administration

·        Maintain efficient and organized advancement operations, including systems for donor communication and gift processing

·        Perform additional duties as assigned in support of the Advancement Office and the broader mission of Cascia Hall