Philanthropy & Community Engagement Specialist

Partners in Home Care•Missoula, MT

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Philanthropy & Community Engagement Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and executing comprehensive fundraising initiatives that support the mission of Partners In Home Care. This position cultivates relationships with donors, foundations, businesses, and community partners to secure financial support through individual giving, planned giving, grants, corporate sponsorships, and special events. The Philanthropy & Community Engagement Specialist serves as an ambassador for the organization by educating the community about charitable giving opportunities, including tax-advantaged and planned giving strategies, while promoting awareness of the organization's mission and impact. This position also collaborates with Business Development on community outreach events, health fairs, educational opportunities, and strategic initiatives that enhance community visibility and philanthropic support.

Requirements

Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible fundraising or nonprofit development experience.
Demonstrated success securing major gifts and grants.
Experience managing donor databases and CRM systems (i.e.. Donor View, Constant Contact).
Bachelor’s degree in business, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred. Experience may be considered in lieu of education.

Nice To Haves

Experience organizing fundraising or community events preferred.
Healthcare or nonprofit experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement annual fundraising plans that align with organizational goals.
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
Build long-term relationships with major donors and prospective philanthropic partners.
Conduct donor visits, presentations, and fundraising campaigns.
Manage annual giving campaigns and special fundraising initiatives.
Coordinate donor recognition and stewardship activities.
Educate donors, financial advisors, attorneys, and community members regarding planned giving opportunities, including: Charitable Bequests, Charitable Gift Annuities, Donor-Advised Funds, Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs), IRA charitable rollovers, Appreciated stock and asset donations.
Coordinate with legal and financial professionals to facilitate complex charitable gifts.
Promote legacy giving through educational seminars and community outreach.
Research local, regional, state, and national grant opportunities.
Prepare compelling grant proposals and supporting documentation.
Manage grant submission timelines and compliance requirements.
Monitor grant expenditures and outcomes.
Prepare required grant reports and impact summaries.
Maintain relationships with grant funders and foundation representatives.
Maintain accurate donor records within the donor management system.
Track gifts, pledges, acknowledgments, and donor communications.
Ensure timely donor acknowledgments and tax documentation.
Monitor fundraising metrics and prepare regular reports for leadership.
Assist with annual fundraising budgets and revenue forecasting.
Represent Partners In Home Care at community organizations, civic groups, and networking events.
Coordinate community presentations regarding the organization's mission and services.
Assist Business Development with: Community awareness events, Health fairs, Fundraising events, Community education programs, Volunteer engagement activities.
Develop partnerships with businesses, service clubs, and nonprofit organizations.
Collaborate with Marketing and Business Development to promote fundraising campaigns.
Develop donor communications, newsletters, impact stories, and annual reports.
Assist with social media and digital fundraising initiatives.
Support organizational storytelling by highlighting donor impact and patient success stories.
Participate in organizational strategic planning related to philanthropy and community engagement.
Recommend new fundraising strategies and revenue opportunities.
Monitor fundraising trends and best practices.
Assist leadership with Foundation and philanthropic board activities as assigned.