Foundation Director

JGS Lifecare • Longmeadow, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

JGS Lifecare Communities not only provide compassionate and comprehensive care, but we are a leader in the industry when it comes to the value we place on resident care and employee appreciation! Delivering Solutions that Matter: Lead annual fundraising strategy, including annual giving, donor stewardship, planned giving, and multi-channel campaigns to grow philanthropic support and donor retention. Cultivate and manage a portfolio of mid-level donors, identify major gift prospects, and strengthen donor relationships through personalized outreach and stewardship. Direct fundraising operations by overseeing development systems, gift tracking, donor communications, reporting, and supervision of the Development Coordinator. Plan and lead fundraising events, cultivation activities, and community engagement initiatives while building strategic partnerships with businesses, civic organizations, and community leaders. Collaborate with senior leadership to align development efforts, enhance donor experience across all giving levels, and support organizational fundraising goals.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in fundraising, nonprofit development, or community relations.
• Proven success in donor cultivation, fundraising campaigns, events, and donor stewardship.
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices, charitable giving, sponsorships, grants, and donor database management.
• Strong communication, presentation, relationship-building, and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to communicate fluently in English – both verbally and written

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing, Business, or related field preferred.
• experience with donor management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual fundraising strategy, including annual giving, donor stewardship, planned giving, and multi-channel campaigns to grow philanthropic support and donor retention.
• Cultivate and manage a portfolio of mid-level donors, identify major gift prospects, and strengthen donor relationships through personalized outreach and stewardship.
• Direct fundraising operations by overseeing development systems, gift tracking, donor communications, reporting, and supervision of the Development Coordinator.
• Plan and lead fundraising events, cultivation activities, and community engagement initiatives while building strategic partnerships with businesses, civic organizations, and community leaders.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align development efforts, enhance donor experience across all giving levels, and support organizational fundraising goals.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health & insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage (STD, LTD, accident, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Strong financial & retirement benefits including 403(b) retirement savings, flexible spending account, tuition reimbursement, and sign-on bonus
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday
• Perks that support daily living such as free meals, snacks, weekly groceries, and free parking

What This Job Offers

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