The Sandbox

Development Manager

The Sandbox

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • Virginia

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Salary

💰 $70,000 - $75,000 per year

Job Level

Mid-LevelSenior

About the role

  • Lead and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan to exceed revenue goals
  • Manage digital campaigns and individual giving
  • Identify, cultivate, and solicit individual, corporate, and foundation donors
  • Oversee donor stewardship and recognition, ensuring timely communication and impact reporting
  • Cultivate and manage relationships with corporate partners; secure sponsorships and in-kind donations
  • Research, write, and submit grant proposals; manage grant compliance and reporting
  • Build relationships with donors, members, and partners; plan and execute fundraising and community events
  • Hold donor meetings and calls; serve as visible leader reporting to the Executive Director

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, etc.)
  • 3+ years of fundraising or development experience with a proven track record of exceeding goals, including success in grant writing, corporate partnerships, and individual giving
  • Strategic, goal-oriented thinker
  • Exceptional relationship-builder and communicator
  • Self-motivated professional with a strong work ethic
  • Passionate advocate for community service with a proven history of engagement in local issues and a deep commitment to making a positive impact
  • Comfortable using donor CRMs and project management tools
  • Bonus: experience in lean or startup-like nonprofit environments and familiarity with diverse fundraising platforms and donor software