Fundraising Consulting Program Director

Fundraising Consulting Program Director

Hybrid (Remote and In-Person at Palo Alto, CA Office)

Evergreen Collective envisions California as a place where historically underfunded communities have equitable access to the resources they need for their community members to thrive. Our mission is to mobilize financial resources for these communities by providing accessible, strategic fundraising and leadership development support to impactful, grassroots nonprofits. Founded in 2021, we are a fiscally sponsored organization (sponsor: Los Altos Mountain View Community Foundation) that partners with community-led and serving organizations to create thriving, economically sustainable communities. While our primary focus is on the San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara counties, we also extend our coaching and support to organizations across California.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced fundraiser to serve as our first Fundraising Consulting Program Director. This leadership role is responsible for guiding the fundraising consulting program, developing strategic fundraising initiatives, and building the fundraising capacity of grassroots nonprofit organizations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of fundraising best practices, a commitment to equity, and experience working with historically underfunded communities.

This role involves direct partnership with nonprofit leaders, strategic planning with internal and external stakeholders, and the development of new funding initiatives. The director will also be responsible for managing a team of one full-time and one part-time employee. The Fundraising Consulting Program Director will collaborate closely with the CEO to drive Evergreen Collective’s impact and sustainability, lead and expand the fundraising consulting program, develop tailored fundraising strategies for grassroots nonprofit partners including fundraising campaigns, grant writing, donor engagement and stewardship, and event planning. The director provides training and mentorship to community-based nonprofits, monitors trends, analyzes program performance, and develops strategies for continuous improvement. This role represents Evergreen Collective at external meetings, conferences, and community events as needed.

Salary range for this position: $120,000 - $130,000 annually DOE plus benefits including:

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan (with future matching contributions planned)
• Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO)

Work Location and Travel

• The role is hybrid, with remote work and in-person requirements at the Palo Alto, CA office.
• The current policy requires two in-office days per week, with attendance at partner and funder events as needed throughout the week and occasionally on evenings and weekends.
• Occasional travel outside the Bay Area, no more than three times per year, may be required. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

The ideal candidate will possess relevant education and experience demonstrating:

• Minimum of five years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit development, or a related field, with a proven track record of success.
• Strong understanding of the systemic barriers and challenges faced by historically underfunded communities in securing financial resources.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic fundraising plans tailored to different nonprofit organizations.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with funders, nonprofit leaders, and other key stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience with donor management systems and fundraising software.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.
• Knowledge of the Bay Area and broader California nonprofit and funder landscapes is preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) or multilingual abilities are a plus.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Evergreen Collective encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references. In your cover letter, please detail your experience in fundraising and your approach to working with underfunded communities.

To Apply:

Please email your resume and cover letter to us at telling us why you are a great match for this role to: Evergreencollectivecareers@gmail.com