Director of Donor Relations and Events

FosterAdopt Connect • Springfield, MO

8d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Donor Relations & Events leads fundraising, donor development, and stewardship activities for FosterAdopt Connect Springfield and the YouthConnect Center. This position works closely with the Executive Director to develop and implement fundraising strategies, coordinate events, cultivate donor relationships, and strengthen community engagement. This isn't just a fundraising position—it's an opportunity to inspire generosity, build lasting partnerships, and help provide the resources children and families need to thrive.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• Four (4) or more years of experience in nonprofit fundraising.
• Strong interpersonal, relationship-building, and communication skills, including excellent public speaking abilities.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills with the ability to engage diverse individuals and community partners.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends and travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising initiatives
• Strengthen donor relationships
• Coordinate events that support FosterAdopt Connect Springfield and the YouthConnect Center
• Expand community partnerships
• Increase financial support
• Create meaningful opportunities for individuals and businesses to make a difference
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies
• Cultivate donor relationships
• Strengthen community engagement

Benefits

• Highly-competitive health plan.
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with generous employer contribution.
• Life insurance and long-term disability provided at no cost to employee.
• Voluntary life and short-term disability options available.
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match.
• Flexible Spending Account with medical expense and dependent care options.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director