Unify America

Director

• Develop and implement a comprehensive major gifts program and annual fundraising plan, including establishing major gift tiers, processes, and a donor lifecycle from identification to stewardship.
• In collaboration with Founder and Chief of U.S. Democracy Leagues, develop creative approaches to diversify revenue streams and drive sustainable financial growth for Unify Akron and other Democracy Leagues.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with key donors and funding partners; prospect research and strategy; implement and lead prospect research efforts.
• Build and manage a portfolio of high-net-worth individuals, family foundations, and corporate prospects in Ohio and beyond with capacity to make significant gifts ($10,000+).
• Create and deliver compelling, donor-centric proposals and effectively solicit major gifts; close gifts and meet/exceed annual fundraising goals.
• Nurture long-term relationships with donors through strategic communication and in-person meetings; develop a stewardship plan communicating impact.
• Research, identify, and pursue grant opportunities; prepare grant proposals, manage application process, ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
• Manage and optimize donor data in CRM; track donor activity and report on performance metrics and progress toward fundraising goals.
• Report directly to the Chief of U.S. Democracy Leagues; work with Creative and Tech teams for campaign assets and online giving; collaborate with local Akron team.

Director of Development