Annual Giving Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position supports the work of the YMCA of the Rockies, which operates a mission-based family and group conference and retreat center, serving more than 260,000 guests annually. This position develops and implements strategies to create and strengthen relationships that advance both our mission and philanthropy at YMCA of the Rockies, specifically in the annual giving and program giving spaces. The Annual Giving Manager is primarily responsible for growing the annual fund through individual outreach to current and prospective supporters, including leadership-level asks of $1,000 or more a year.

 OUR MISSION AND CULTURE:  
We firmly believe in our mission of putting Christian principles into practice through programs, staff, and facilities in an environment that builds a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all. The YMCA of the Rockies staff are key players in helping cultivate an environment of healthy living, youth development, and community impact on our breathtaking properties outside Rocky Mountain National Park. This is a place where nature inspires, and staff leads with heart. We are committed to being welcoming to all people and to making a difference in the lives of our members, guests, and staff. The work of each staff member matters. We count on our staff to provide extraordinary mission-based experiences for our guests and for each other.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• In collaboration with philanthropy colleagues, lead and execute the organization’s approach to annual/unrestricted giving, with a focus on solicitation and retention of annual gifts of $1,000 or more.
• Develop strategies to grow yearly annual fund revenue. 
• Support the development and execution of leadership giving stewardship strategies.  
• Secure individual visits with potential and current supporters at YMCA of the Rockies properties, including guests and members. 
• Travel occasionally within Colorado for donor visits.
• Present to the board of directors at bi-annual board meetings and serve as staff liaison for the board’s annual giving outreach efforts.
• Recruit volunteers to help with seasonal campaigns and events.
• Utilize a combination of personal outreach (email, text, phone, mail) to solicit annual gifts.
• Progress donors through moves management strategies with relationship-based fundraising at the forefront.
• Track and meet annual goals, including donor visits, calls, conversations, and dollars raised.
• Utilize Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge to log actions and manage personal portfolio.
• Build and maintain a portfolio of donors, members, and guests from across the U.S. who have the potential to become leadership-level annual supporters.
• Collaborate with philanthropy colleagues to identify potential major or planned gift donors. 
• Work with philanthropy team to plan and support stewardship and fundraising events including donor recognition dinners, golf outings, and campaign events.
• Oversee Columbarium niche inquiries, purchases, reservations, and inurnments.
• Facilitate Memorial Wall and Memorial Bench giving opportunities. 
• Help build a philanthropic culture focused on relationship building that provides opportunities for the entire Association to become involved with and engaged in the advancement of our mission.
• Possess a valid, USA state-issued driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and comply with YMCA driving rules to be approved to operate YMCA vehicles. 

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 5 years of work experience that can be demonstrated to be applicable to the duties listed in the job description.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently handle multiple, simultaneous, and complex tasks and projects.
• High level of organization is required to execute tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Raiser’s Edge or other donor database experience a plus.

 GENERAL YMCA OF THE ROCKIES REQUIREMENTS: 

• Uphold and reflect the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, and Faith in all functions. 
• Uphold the YMCA of the Rockies’ Mission, policies, and programs. 
• Possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills, for example, friendly, personable, helpful, patient, and professional. 
• Support the YMCA of the Rockies’ safety program. Promote safe work practices and a safe environment for guests, members, and staff. 
• Promote a cooperative, positive, and flexible atmosphere while working with others in a diverse community. 
• Attend required abuse of risk management training and report suspicious or inappropriate behaviors and policy violations. 
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism is required. 
• Support organizational environmental sustainability goals through regular and effective collaboration and communication with sustainability leadership. 
• Must meet acceptable criminal background check standards. 
• All other duties as assigned. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.  

• Possess stamina to work in the work environment described herein. Weekend and evening responsibilities are frequent and statewide, and some out-of-state travel is required.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds on occasion. 

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 
YMCA of the Rockies is a Praesidium-accredited organization. The YMCA of the Rockies hiring process reflects the values and goals of Praesidium and other accredited organizations. For more information regarding Praesidium accreditation, please visit https://www.praesidiuminc.com/.  

• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Generous PTO/Vacation
• Participation in YMCA Retirement Fund (an additional 12% contribution by YMCA after 2 years employment)
• Employer owned rental housing may be available nearby - Contact Human Resources for more information
• YMCA of the Rockies membership
• Discounted childcare, summer day camp, and summer overnight camp
• Discounted nights at YMCA of the Rockies lodges for friends & family
• Ski and golf passes to nearby resorts & courses
• Free or discounted gear rentals for outdoor adventures
• View all YMCA of the Rockies employee perks by visiting here.