Director Of Resource Development

The Children’s Center of Hamden (TCCOH) is seeking a results-driven Director of Resource Development to lead our philanthropic initiatives. As a cornerstone of the Greater New Haven community for over 190 years, TCCOH provides a comprehensive continuum of behavioral health, psychiatric, and special education services for children and teens facing trauma and crisis.

The Director will be responsible for designing and executing a multi-faceted development strategy focused on donor acquisition, major gifts, and foundation grants. This role is pivotal as we expand our innovative continuum of care to address the evolving mental health needs of youth in the Greater New Haven region. The Director will work in close partnership with the CEO, the Chief Medical Officer, and the Vice President of Educational Services to align funding opportunities with the growth of clinical and educational programs.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of individual major donors
• Research and identify new private, corporate, and family foundation prospects whose missions align with trauma-informed care and youth behavioral health
• Lead the development of compelling grant proposals and reports.
• Oversee the planning and execution of high-impact activities for new donor acquisition

Experience:

Minimum of 5-7 years of professional fundraising experience, with a proven track record in major gift and grant acquisition

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or CFRE certification preferred.

Comprehensive benefits including 401(k), health insurance, and paid time off.