Key Responsibilities
Strategic Fundraising Leadership
- Design and implement an annual and multi-year fundraising plan across individual, corporate, foundation, grant, and event revenue.
- Grow major gift giving, personally cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors at $5,000+.
- Identify new funding opportunities aligned with organizational growth goals.
- Strengthen sponsorship and corporate partnership strategies.
Execution & Relationship Building
- Manage all fundraising activities; annual fund, campaigns, events, and grant cycles from concept through follow-up.
- Personally steward key donors, foundation, and corporate relationships.
- Serve as a visible ambassador for the Furniture Bank in the philanthropic and community sectors.
- Write and oversee compelling proposals, reports, and donor communications that clearly convey impact.
Board & Leadership Engagement
- Serve as staff liaison to the Board Development Committee.
- Equip board members to participate confidently in fundraising and donor engagement.
- Report regularly on fundraising performance, donor pipeline, and growth opportunities.
Systems & Growth
- Oversee donor database management and data integrity.
- Build systems to track donor engagement, retention, and revenue performance.
- Collaborate with the leadership team to strengthen organizational visibility and community presence.
What We’re Looking For
We know great candidates come from different paths. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification.
Ideal Qualifications
- 5+ years of progressive nonprofit fundraising experience.
- Demonstrated success in major gifts, corporate partnerships, and grant development.
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
- Excellent writing and storytelling ability.
- Experience managing donor databases and fundraising systems.
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
- Passion for serving families and strengthening community stability.
Work Environment
Location: Pontiac, Michigan. While we expect senior leaders to be present, the environment is flexible and hybrid.
Culture: Mission-driven, collaborative, community-centered, and results-oriented. We value initiative, integrity, and authentic relationships.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holidays.
How to Apply
Send cover letter and resume to dcharles@furniture-bank.org
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