The Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships will be a key part of the Art Center’s leadership team. They will be responsible for the cultivation, management and solicitation of individual gifts, annual giving, corporate funding, and some grant writing. They will also be responsible for the proactive identification and cultivation of strategic partnerships within the business and philanthropic communities of greater Philadelphia. They will have proven success in identifying and cultivating relationships with prospects and donors and the acquisition of large gifts. They will work with the Board and staff in order to meet the funding goals of the Art Center.
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Foundation, Corporate and Government Funding:
* Establish and maintain relationships with existing corporate and foundation donors
* Continually research opportunities for funding through individual, foundation, and corporate channels
* Maintain annual grant calendar and execute all renewals
* Write targeted grants and reports for awarded grants in collaboration with Co-Directors
* Solicit corporate sponsorship for programs including summer camp, exhibitions, community and accessible programs, among others
* Proactively seek out beneficial partnerships within the business community through participation in committees, groups, and events
* Handle all aspects of the Center’s participation in the EITC (Educational Improvement Tax Credit) program including renewal and identification of new EITC partners
Individual Giving, Donor and Prospect Management:
* Achieve annual revenue goals through targeted fundraising campaigns, individual giving, and corporate & foundation support
* Develop and oversee strategies for all fundraising campaigns and targeted fundraising initiatives.
* Maintain a prospect portfolio to optimize fundraising opportunities through relationship building, individual cultivation and stewardship efforts
* Write all affiliated donor correspondence including solicitations, annual appeals, corporate sponsorship materials, and thank you letters.
* Work with the Board to identify and cultivate major gift prospects and grow endowment opportunities.
* Manage Fundraising Committee, composed of Board Members and involved individuals to achieve annual goals
* Develop and coordinate fundraising and cultivation events.
* Manage internal donor lists and contact reports in Art Center database and ensure information is accurate and up to date.
* Track giving across all channels and deliver comprehensive progress reports to Co-Directors and Fundraising Committee
* Keep up-to-date and thorough records of grant solicitation, results and reports.
* Contribute to annual report and other communications
* Represent the organization at events and consistently seek networking opportunities to increase the Art Center’s visibility as an essential hub of community and creativity.
Membership Program:
* Maintain existing program through numbers tracking, renewals, and benefits fulfillment
* Identify methods of program expansion, including development of upper-level program, events, and enhanced benefits activations
* Assist in development and launch of program focused on individuals 25-45 years of age
Event Rentals:
* Oversee event rental program including contracts, day-of event support, and new rental prospects.
Education/Experience:
* This is an onsite position
* 5+ years related experience
* Proven experience soliciting major gifts and ability to write successful grants
* Proven relationships with arts and culture donors in the tristate area
* Experience executing high-level fundraising programs and events
* Knowledge of the EITC program and other corporate/ government agencies preferred
* Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interface effectively with Board, students, members and major donors are required.
* Night and weekend availability required as needed
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree
To Apply:
At Main Line Art Center our values lead us and we are committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusionary work place. Diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please send resume and cover letter as a single PDF to Ariel Edwards, Co-Executive Director, ataedwards@mainlineart.org with the subject line “Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships Application.” Incomplete applications will not be considered. No phone calls please.
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