Director of Fund Development

Director of Fund Development

Position Summary

The Women’s Resource Center (WRC) is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and relationship-focused Director of Fund Development to lead and expand a comprehensive fundraising program that advances our mission of supporting women and girls through critical life transitions.

This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving sustainable revenue growth, deepening donor engagement, and fostering a strong culture of philanthropy across the organization. The Director of Fund Development will partner closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to identify new funding opportunities and elevate WRC’s visibility and impact.

Blending strategy with execution, this role oversees all aspects of fundraising, including individual giving, major gifts, foundation and corporate partnerships, grants, and special events. The Director of Fund Development will cultivate and steward meaningful donor relationships, collaborate with leadership and the Board, and implement a forward-looking development strategy that supports long term organizational growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan with measurable goals
• Manage and grow revenue across individual, foundation, corporate, and grant funding streams
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and leadership gifts
• Lead grant strategy, including prospecting, writing, and reporting
• Oversee fundraising events, including the Breakthrough Breakfast
• Partner with the Executive Director and Board on fundraising strategy and engagement
• Supervise 1–2 development staff and foster a culture of philanthropy
• Manage donor data and reporting in DonorPerfect
• Oversee development budget and ensure alignment with financial reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5–7 years of fundraising experience, including major gifts
• 3+ years of management experience preferred
• Proven success securing funding from individuals, foundations, and corporations
• Strong communication, writing, and relationship-building skills
• Experience with donor databases (DonorPerfect a plus)
• Commitment to WRC’s mission and community impact

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $55,000–$75,000 Professional development opportunities

Health insurance Flexible, mission-driven work environment

Paid time off and holidays

Join a mission-driven team that offers health insurance, generous paid time off and holidays, professional development opportunities, and a hybrid work.