Philanthropy Director

Company Overview

Valley Hospice Inc. has been dedicated to providing compassionate end-of-life care since 1985. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for patients facing terminal illnesses through a holistic approach that emphasizes dignity, comfort, and emotional support for both patients and their families.

Summary

As the Director of Philanthropy at Valley Hospice Inc., you will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission by developing and implementing fundraising strategies that support our vital programs and services. This position is essential in fostering relationships with donors, community partners, and stakeholders to ensure the sustainability of our hospice care initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies to meet organizational goals.
• Cultivate relationships with current and prospective donors through personalized outreach.
• Plan and coordinate fundraising events that engage the community and promote Valley Hospice's mission.
• Manage donor databases and track contributions using Raiser Edge or Salesforce.
• Prepare proposals and grant applications to secure funding from various sources.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to align fundraising efforts with strategic goals.
• Oversee budgeting for fundraising initiatives to ensure financial accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven experience in fundraising, event planning, or public relations within a nonprofit environment.
• Strong skills in budgeting and financial management related to fundraising activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for proposal writing and donor engagement.
• Familiarity with donor management software such as Raiser Edge or Salesforce is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and families facing end-of-life challenges, we invite you to apply for the Director of Philanthropy position at Valley Hospice. Join us in our mission to provide compassionate care!

Full Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Philanthropy Director

REPORTS TO: Chief Executive Officer

FLSA: Exempt

Position Scope:

The Philanthropy Director, under the direction of the CEO, is responsible for activities related to creating, analyzing, executing, evaluating, and modifying a comprehensive development program for the Valley Hospice. Supervision of Stewardship Associate.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions/Performance Factors

• Responsible for day-to-day operations of the Valley Hospice development activities.
• Ensures that Valley Hospice complies with all legal requirements related to fundraising in both Ohio and West Virginia (i.e. collaborates with finance to complete charitable organization registration as required.)
• Answers requests for information.
• Makes sure that every donor is thanked appropriately.
• Analyzes donor data.
• Serves as the primary contact and resource for individuals and entities who wish to support Valley Hospice via contributions, gifts, bequests, grants and/or other means.
• Manages the day-to-day operations of all fundraising programs and the volunteers and/or committee members associated with those programs.
• Collaborates with Stewardship Associate with processing and acknowledgement and recognition of all contributions including memorials and restricted gifts.
• Collaborates with Stewardship Associate with maintenance of donor records. Manages planned giving and major gifts.
• Manages all capital fundraising.
• Collaborates with - Marketing Director to plan Valley Hospice fundraising events.
• a) Attends all Valley Hospice fundraising events.
• b) Approves third party fundraisers as deemed appropriate.
• Maintains a planned giving program.
• Actively pursues planned gifts.
• Develops guidelines for planned giving opportunities.
• Develops recognition for donors of planned gifts.
• Maintains a major gifts program.
• Actively pursues major gifts.
• Develops guidelines for major giving opportunities.
• Develops recognition for donors of major gifts.
• Maintains a cumulative giving program.
• Develops guidelines for cumulative giving recognition.
• Coordinates donor recognition.
• Works collaboratively with the CEO and the Marketing Director to select and approve all donor recognition premiums, programs, signage, etc.
• Coordinates grant application process.
• Works with CEO to identify grant opportunities.
• Develops or oversees development of grant application process.
• Oversees organizational capital fundraising as needed.
• Coordinates and manages capital campaigns, as needed by Valley Hospice.
• Represents Valley Hospice at community events as appropriate.
• Works with area organizations that are sponsoring community events.
• Works with the Valley Hospice Marketing Director to develop or select material to be distributed.
• Coordinates setting up and tearing down displays as appropriate.
• Attends community events as appropriate.
• Works with the – Marketing Director to develop and coordinate all publications, printed materials, and imprinted items related to Valley Hospice development activities.
• Supervises Stewardship Associate.
• Approve team members’ payroll, mileage reports and expense reports.
• Ensure team members compliance with Valley Hospice policies and procedures. Appropriately coach or counsel employees and document all actions.
• Encourages staff development.
• Follows personnel policies closely.
• Maintains high staff productivity.
• Completes competency/supervisory visits and/or performance evaluations on time.
• Participates in professional groups and civic organizations locally, as appropriate.
• Is active in local professional and civic organizations that will help build community recognition for Valley Hospice as deemed appropriate.
• Participates in state and national level professional organizations.
• Is active in state level hospice and fundraising organizations.
• Is active in national level hospice and fundraising organizations such as NHPCO, HCHPP, NHF, AFP and NPHI as appropriate.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.

Values Ownership

Teamwork

· Support and encourage my teammates throughout the organization.

· Provide positive, constructive feedback.

· Consistently “manage up” co-workers.

· Celebrate success – look for the good and share it.

· Be a role model.

· Communicate with respect and professionalism to create a safe environment in which open dialogue can take place.

Integrity

· Be reliable, allowing others to place their trust in me.

· Do the right thing even when no one is watching.

· Respect all individuals through acknowledgment, acceptance, and courtesy.

· Walk my talk.

· Refrain from gossip.

Performance

· Be flexible and willing to adapt to change.

· Be knowledgeable about my job responsibilities and the organization.

· Seek self development-Utilize tools that are provided to grow personally and professionally.

· Take responsibility for my actions; be willing to take both credit and critique.

Conduct myself as a professional at all times by performing my job competently and ethically (i.e, maintaining confidentiality, maintaining boundaries, making eye contact, dressing professionally, using professional demeanor).

· Recognize I am a reflection of Valley Hospice.

· Be on time.

· Set and achieve goals.

Spiritual

· Recognize the spirituality inherent in each individual without judgement

· Be open and respectful to each individual’s spiritual beliefs

· Meet patients and families where they are and don’t project your spiritual beliefs on others

· Be attentive to your own spiritual needs, as you perceive them

· Live your spirituality in acts of compassion and service in the workplace

· Build one another up and encourage your coworkers in times of distress, personal crisis, and spiritual need

Mission Focused

· Recognize the value of each person and accept that value without judgment.

· Be good stewards of time, money and all resources entrusted to me.

· Offer hope, compassion and empathy to coworkers and those we serve.

· Know our mission and apply it to my work every day.

Engagement

· Focus my physical, emotional, and spiritual energy in order to fulfill our mission.

· Take pride and ownership in my performance each day.

· Build professional relationships

· Inspire and Motivate others.

· Consistently ‘manage up’ Valley Hospice.

· Appreciate the efforts of others.

· Support the communities in which I serve.

Supervisor Responsibilities:

Philanthropy Associate

Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree; preferably in communications or similar field
• Two to Four years of related experience
• Evidence of skills necessary to perform job
• Exhibits excellent communication skills
• Proficient skills using a computer are preferred. Ability to be effectively trained to use computer for job related tasks.

Certifications and Licenses:

Current driver’s license, automobile insurance, and reliable transportation

Confidentiality:

The Philanthropy Director must carry out responsibilities in an ethical, professional and confidential manner.

Other Physical Requirements

Sense of Sound (able to hear normal conversation)

Sense of Touch

Sense of Sight

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is exposed to outside weather conditions when traveling between sites. Patients’ home environments are variable with regard to heat, noise, air circulation and conditioning, space, cleanliness, accessibility and all other environmental factors. Inpatient and skilled nursing facility environments are standardized. Office environment in a controlled atmosphere building.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $68,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $68,000 - $80,000