Director of Individual Donors & Annual Giving

About Solution Community:

We are an international nonprofit, pioneering an innovative social platform dedicated to enabling actionable change. With volunteers from over 60 countries, we are a testament to the power of global collaboration. Our team members bring experiences from some of the world’s most successful companies, including Apple, Toyota, Walmart, Meta, and many others, creating a rich tapestry of knowledge and passion. Solution Community is now officially recognized as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity!

Our Mission:

To foster a global community of compassion, uniting individuals and organizations to solve the world’s social problems. We are the bridge that connects non-profits, businesses, philanthropists, and volunteers, empowering them to create meaningful change for current and future generations.

Our Vision:

Imagine a world where every person can thrive - a world united by collaboration, compassion, and action. At Solution Community, we are turning that vision into reality, driving transformative change that reshapes the future.

The Role: Director of Individual Donors & Annual Giving

Conditions:

• Location: Remote
• Commitment: Part-time (volunteer, pro bono role)
• Contribution Requirements: Minimum 10-15 hours a week; minimum 3 months

What Will You Do?

The Volunteer Director of Individual Donors & Annual Giving plays a pivotal role in strengthening Solution’s financial sustainability by developing, implementing, and managing strategies to cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors. This role is responsible for growing our annual giving program and building lasting relationships with our supporters, directly impacting our ability to achieve our mission. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fundraising professional to contribute their expertise and passion to a cause they believe in.

Key Responsibilities:

• Annual Giving Program Management:
  • Develop and execute comprehensive annual giving campaigns (e.g., year-end appeals, spring campaigns, monthly giving programs) across various channels (direct mail, email, social media, online).
  • Set realistic fundraising goals for individual giving and track progress against these goals.
  • Analyze campaign performance and recommend adjustments to maximize impact.
  • Identify opportunities to expand the donor base and increase donor retention rates.
• Donor Cultivation and Stewardship:
  • Identify, research, and qualify prospective individual donors.
  • Develop and implement personalized cultivation and stewardship strategies to engage donors at all levels.
  • Oversee timely and meaningful donor acknowledgment and recognition.
  • Act as a primary point of contact for a portfolio of key individual donors, building strong, lasting relationships.
• Data Management and Reporting:
  • Ensure accurate and up-to-date donor records in the organization's CRM system
  • Generate reports on donor acquisition, retention, gift size, and overall individual giving performance.
  • Utilize data to inform strategies and identify trends.
• Strategy and Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with the Development team and other leadership to align individual giving strategies with overall organizational goals and fundraising priorities.
  • Identify and recommend best practices in individual giving and annual fund development.
  • Potentially recruit, onboard, and manage a small team of volunteer fundraising support staff, if applicable.
  • Represent the organization professionally and enthusiastically to donors and prospects.

Who Are We Looking For?

• • Proven experience (3+ years preferred) in individual donor fundraising, annual giving, or a related development role.
  • Demonstrated success in developing and executing annual giving campaigns.
  • Strong understanding of donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship best practices.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling fundraising appeals and donor communications.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with major donors, understand their motivations, and align their giving with our organizational mission.
  • Experience developing and implementing successful major gift strategies, including setting goals, tracking progress, and adjusting strategies based on outcomes.
  • Ability to craft compelling narratives that communicate the impact of Solution Community’s work and inspire philanthropic support.
  • Ability to lead and inspire a team, as well as work cross-functionally with other departments to achieve fundraising goals.
  • Familiarity with ClickUp, Slack, Titan Email & Calendar, and other digital tools for project management, communication, and scheduling.

What We Offer:

• Global Collaboration: Partner with world leaders and strategists from the Forbes 2000 Global Legends.
• Meaningful Impact: Your work directly contributes to global causes, making measurable differences.
• Cultural Richness: Collaborate with a diverse team spanning Ukraine, Brazil, the UK, and India.
• Empowering Environment: Flourish in a culture that values compassion, integrity, innovation, and collaboration.
• Flexible Work Life: Manage your tasks from anywhere in the world with complete autonomy.
• Growth and Learning: Evolve personally and professionally alongside industry mavens.
• Lasting Recognition: After dedicated collaboration, you receive a shining recommendation that enhances your career trajectory.