Foundation Director

Minnesota State Moorhead

Foundation Director advancing gifts, grants, alumni relations, and donor stewardship for Minnesota West Community and Technical College. Managing Foundation finances, compliance, campaigns, and Board support.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeWorthington • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $29 - $42 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fundraising, donor relations, and grant management, with a strong ability to develop and implement strategic fundraising campaigns and programs. Proficient in financial reporting, compliance, and stakeholder communication to support organizational goals.

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Fundraising ExperienceDonor Relations ManagementGrant Proposal DevelopmentFinancial ReportingStrategic Planning

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Hard Skills

FundraisingGrant WritingFinancial ManagementProposal DevelopmentBudget OversightData AnalysisCampaign DesignProspect ResearchEvent PlanningCompliance Management

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementRelationship BuildingAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit ManagementAlumni RelationsMajor Gifts ProgramsCommunity EngagementFiduciary ResponsibilitiesBoard DevelopmentStewardship ActivitiesState and Federal ComplianceMinnesota State RegulationsFoundation Services

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Increase Minnesota West Foundation funding and major gifts through corporate, community, private and family foundations, and alumni relations
Develop yearly plans, conduct research, prepare proposals, and manage successful gift and grant solicitations
Report to the President and work under the direction of the Foundation Board of Directors
Advise the President on Foundation, alumni, and fundraising initiatives
Develop and implement systematic programs to increase gifts and grants
Develop fundraising goals with the Foundation Board and College President
Build and advance major gifts programs
Design and implement fundraising campaigns aligned with the annual giving cycle
Identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospective donors
Develop grant proposals and funding requests with the College President
Implement communications and outreach plans with the college marketing department
Develop and manage donor relations, alumni engagement, and stewardship activities
Lead donor recognition and stewardship events
Maintain communication with current and prospective donors and conduct solicitations
Collaborate with the Foundation Board, College President, and Vice President of Finance & Facilities on financial planning and oversight
Develop annual Foundation and residential hall business plans
Prepare and oversee annual operating budgets for the Foundation and residential hall
Oversee Foundation scholarship funds and related reporting
Ensure accurate financial reporting on gifts, grants, and restricted funds
Provide reports supporting the Foundation Board’s fiduciary responsibilities
Maintain communication with the Board regarding Foundation and college priorities and activities
Manage Foundation policies, processes, and compliance requirements
Ensure compliance with state and federal reporting requirements, Attorney General regulations, IRS requirements, Minnesota State expectations, and Secretary of State filings
Lead Foundation policy development, board development, recruitment, training, and committee support
Prepare materials for Foundation meetings, mailings, reports, campaigns, events, and Board decision-making
Oversee gift acceptance, processing, acknowledgment, and record maintenance
Serve as primary liaison to the Minnesota State System Director of Foundation Services
Maintain donor, alumni, and prospect information
Prepare fundraising reports and dashboards and recommend strategies
Conduct prospect research and develop cultivation strategies
Evaluate Foundation operations and recommend improvements
Perform other assigned duties, including committees, special projects, and selected legislative or community relationship activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three years of professional related work experience
A bachelor’s degree may substitute for 1 year of experience
An associate’s degree may substitute for 6 months experience
Fundraising experience with demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, and securing gifts
Experience building and sustaining relationships with community members, donors, and prospective supporters
Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills
Ability to understand, manage, and communicate financial information
Strong organizational and management skills, with attention to detail
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external constituents
Effective time management and prioritization skills
Must apply online and attach an electronic cover letter and resume
Must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment
Employees driving on college/university business using a rental or state vehicle must conform to Minnesota State vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles
Employer-paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option
Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health, legal, and financial counseling
12 paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick time
Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts
Various investment options
Professional development
Tuition waivers for employees and dependents