Annual Giving Specialist

The Annual Giving Specialist supports Gladney’s mission by managing annual giving campaigns and stewardship initiatives to grow, retain, and onboard donors. This role contributes to a $4M annual fundraising goal, including $300K from annual giving and $500K in grants, while ensuring alignment with Gladney’s strategy and mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Campaign Management:

• Plan and execute annual giving campaigns, including year-end appeals, North Texas Giving Day, Mother’s Day/Father’s Day appeals, and NYC Marathon partnerships.
• Develop and expand the monthly giving program to increase retention and donor engagement.
• Oversee production and distribution of donor materials, including direct mail, email, social media, and stewardship updates.
• Manage vendors for campaign production and ensure branding consistency.

Stewardship Programs:

• Coordinate the Annual Report, donor impact updates, and community engagement brochures.
• Implement a comprehensive stewardship plan aligned with Gladney’s donor retention strategy.

Data & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate donor records in CRM systems and collaborate with IT to refine reporting tools.
• Analyze donor trends, track campaign performance, and prepare recommendations to improve results.
• Audit and correct donation records as needed.

Collaboration & Grants Support:

• Work closely with Development, IT, Communications, and Accounting teams to align on strategy and execution.
• Assist the Grants Manager with grant applications, stewardship reports, and donor database updates.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree 2 years in annual giving/project management, or high school diploma 4 years of relevant experience.
• Proven success managing six-figure fundraising programs and achieving donor growth.
• Strong proficiency in CRM tools, data analysis, and Office 365.

Skills:

• Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling donor messages.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized, with a focus on process improvement and meeting deadlines.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills and a positive, solution-focused mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt strategies based on data insights.