Vice President of Development

GLENWOOD INC•Birmingham, AL

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About The Position

At Glenwood, we believe in providing compassionate care and innovative services to transform lives. As a private nonprofit organization, we serve children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and behavioral health needs through more than 40 programs, supported by a dedicated team of over 500 professionals. With an annual budget of $44 million, Glenwood is a recognized leader in our field. We are seeking a passionate, strategic, and relationship-driven Vice President of Development to lead all fundraising and development efforts. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a mission-driven organization and make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve. This position reports to the President & CEO. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, with frequent evening and weekend events.

Requirements

Proven success in cultivating and closing major and planned gifts
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Strategic thinker with strong organizational and follow-through abilities
Deep understanding of fundraising best practices, planned giving, and capital campaigns
Proficiency in donor management systems (Raiser’s Edge/Blackbaud preferred)
Passion for Glenwood’s mission and a commitment to advancing opportunities for individuals with autism and other behavioral health needs
Bachelor’s degree required
Minimum of 5 years in a fundraising leadership role
Demonstrated experience in donor relations, campaign leadership, and philanthropic strategy
Must pass background screenings including criminal, educational, motor vehicle, child abuse registry, and drug screening

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred
CFRE certification preferred

Responsibilities

Build and nurture long-term relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporate partners
Develop and implement strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts
Create personalized donor engagement experiences, including events, visits, and impact communications
Design and promote planned giving opportunities in collaboration with the CEO and financial advisors
Guide donors in creating legacy gifts that align with their values and Glenwood’s mission
Grow Glenwood’s endowment to ensure long-term financial sustainability
Lead the planning and execution of Glenwood’s next capital campaign
Coordinate feasibility studies, develop compelling case statements, and identify key prospects
Partner with board members, campaign counsel, and volunteers to drive campaign success
Represent Glenwood at community, civic, and philanthropic events
Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to craft impactful donor materials and storytelling
Ensure effective use of donor databases (Raiser’s Edge/Blackbaud preferred) for engagement and reporting
Serve as a strategic advisor to the President & CEO and board committees
Provide regular updates on fundraising performance and campaign progress
Collaborate with program leaders to align fundraising priorities with organizational goals