Play On Philly seeks a strategic, passionate, and collaborative Director of Development to lead all fundraising efforts and serve as a key member of our Senior Leadership Team. Reporting to the Executive Director, this individual will manage a comprehensive fundraising strategy—including individual giving, institutional support, corporate partnerships, and events—to foster a strong culture of philanthropy and further POP’s impact. The Director supervises the Partnerships and Communications Manager and works closely with Board members, leadership staff, and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Fundraising & Strategy: build and execute a comprehensive development plan across all giving streams (individual, corporate, foundation, planned giving, EITC, events); collaborate with Executive Director and Board to align plan with organizational strategy
- Donor Stewardship & Management: cultivate donor and prospect relationships, developing tailored engagement strategies; serve as key solicitor for major gifts
- Database Maintenance: manage donor communications, acknowledgement processes, and CRM data integrity (DonorPerfect database)
- Board Liaison: serve as staff liaison for Development at Board of Directors’ meetings and to the Board’s Development Committee
- Leadership & Collaboration: Supervise and support the Partnerships and Communications Manager; co-lead planning and implementation of fundraising events with the Special Events Manager; represent POP at events and in the community at large