Director Of Philanthropy

Description:

Reporting to the Executive Director and serving as a senior leader on the Canadian leadership team, the Director of Philanthropy will support and drive forward our ambitious strategy. They will be responsible for developing new partnerships with foundations, businesses/corporations, and high-net-worth individuals who align with our values. As Director of Philanthropy, you will lead in developing and supporting strategic relationships to ensure the long-term financial sustainability and growth of our movement. This will include a strategic focus of major gifts and the use of data analytics for identifying major gift prospects. You are responsible for increasing support from international grassroots supporters, foundations, corporations, major donors and other strategic philanthropic partners.

Key responsibilities & activities:

Develop prospecting database: The Director of Philanthropy will develop a comprehensive database of Canadian corporations/businesses, foundations and high net worth individuals aligned with Mary’s Meals mission who present potential partnership opportunities.

Develop and implement fundraising strategies: The Director of Philanthropy will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that aligns with the organization's mission and goals. This will involve identifying potential donors, creating fundraising campaigns, and developing donor recognition programs.

Cultivate new major and HNW donor relationships:

• Identify and cultivate new major and HNW donor relationships to expand Mary’s Meals Canada’s donor base and increase revenue.
• Create proposals for potential donors, tailored to their interests and goals by leveraging existing MM’s promotional materials to create a clear and compelling story that highlights the impact of school feeding programs for children and communities in India, Zambia, Malawi, and Kenya. Director of Philanthropy
• Develop relationships with potential donors by reaching out to key decision-makers, attending community, and networking events, and inviting potential donors to events and volunteer opportunities.

Engage donors: The Director of Philanthropy will cultivate strong relationships with donors, including major gift / high-net-worth donors, foundations, and corporations. This includes:

• Identifying the interests and motivations of donors.
• Creating customized engagement plans to maintain their support such as offering recognition to corporate donors by including their logos on our website, social media channels, and event materials.
• Donors will be offered opportunities to engage with the organization, such as speaking at events or volunteering.