Association Director of Donor Relations

The Association Director, Donor Relations is responsible for developing and executing strategies for the cultivation and stewardship of donors and prospects who are not currently within the portfolios of established YMCA fundraisers. This position plays a key role in building relationships with new and existing donors, focusing on long-term engagement and strengthening their commitment to the YMCA of Greater Charlotte’s mission. Additionally, the Association Director will serve as a liaison between the financial development and marketing teams, ensuring the creation of compelling stories, impact reports, and content that resonate with both current and prospective donors. The Association Director will work to expand the donor base by generating meaningful connections, creating donor-centric communications, and ensuring that all touchpoints reflect the YMCA’s mission and values.

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Culture Statement

The culture of the Y is rooted in our Christian mission and core values. We strive every day to collectively embody our purpose of serving as a catalyst to transform lives and communities through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. We are respectful – we treat each other and those we serve as we hope to be treated ourselves. We are caring – we show a sincere concern for others and their well-being. We are honest – we are truthful in what we say and what we do, and we do not make promises we do not intend to keep. We are responsible – we are good stewards of our resources, strive for excellence and our actions are accountable to those we serve. We are innovative – we harness creativity, are solution minded and forward thinking. We lead with faith.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (4-year) in communications, marketing, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in nonprofit development, donor relations, or a similar field with demonstrated success in building and managing donor relationships.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage and inspire a variety of stakeholders.
• Excellent writing, editing, and storytelling abilities to create impactful donor communications.
• Proficiency in donor management systems (e.g., Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce), with the ability to analyze data and generate reports.
• Proven ability to develop and implement donor cultivation strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, particularly in partnership with marketing and communications.

All YMCA team members are expected to maintain a current and active status for all safety, risk, and programming certifications defined by the YMCA of Greater Charlotte.

Working Conditions

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