What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Philanthropy - Answer the Call position at Clear Light Leadership?
ANSWER THE CALL OVERVIEW
The N.Y. Police and Fire Widows' & Children's Benefit Fund, also known as Answer the Call , was founded in 1985 by legendary NY Met, Daniel "Rusty" Staub. Answer the Call is the only nonprofit organization that provides both immediate and ongoing financial assistance to the families of NYPD, FDNY, and PAPD heroes killed in the line of duty. Since its inception, Answer the Call has provided over $175 million, including $5.2 million in 2024, directly to the families of NYC fallen heroes and has hosted countless events to give these families an opportunity to come together to cope and connect.
OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW
Answer the Call and its small staff of five dynamic professionals currently raise close to $5 million annually primarily through special events and is looking to greatly expand upon its fundraising as every dollar raised increases the impact and assistance it can provide to families of fallen heroes.
The Director of Philanthropy will develop, drive, and implement an ambitious and robust fundraising program to enhance and expand beyond the current successful events focus. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Philanthropy will enthusiastically grow Answer the Call’s fundraising base and overall dollars raised by infiltrating new markets in New York City, particularly for high net worth individuals and corporations. The successful candidate will also partner closely with the Board of Directors and staff as part of a highly collaborative and engaged organization.
Key responsibilities include :
Strategy and Growth :
- Conceptualize, create, and execute a dynamic and comprehensive fundraising plan that significantly grows annual fundraising dollars.
- Personally prospect and qualify new target donor segments and individuals to expand upon the current donor markets with a focus on untapped high net worth individuals and corporations.
- Establish a moves management system for new donors and where possible, craft and employ integrated strategies to increase giving levels, numbers of gifts, and multi-year commitments.
- Activate strategies and build any infrastructure needed in multiple areas such as major gifts, corporate giving, annual giving, planned giving, digital fundraising and private foundations.
- Collaborate with the senior team on special events to continue the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of potential and current donors.
Donor Outreach :
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE OVERVIEW
Answer the Call is results-driven, collaborative, mission-focused, and professional with a deep connection to the families of the NYPD, FDNY, and PAPD. They are seeking a powerhouse development professional who is eager to jump in, get started, and develop and execute on new areas of fundraising to further support the mission.
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ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Salary and Benefits :
Answer the Call provides a competitive benefits package with medical, dental, vision, a 401K plan including match, and more. The range for this position is anticipated to be between $170,000 and $200,000 and will be dependent on experience and skills.
Location :
This role is located in New York City in downtown Manhattan. This position has the option to be full-time in the office or to work on a hybrid model, coming into the office approximately 3 days a week. Frequent in-person meetings with potential donors are required.
Salary : $170,000 - $200,000