Annual Giving Manager

Position Title: Annual Giving Manager

Classification: Exempt

Reports To: Vice President of Philanthropy

Location: Denver

Compensation: $84000 - $86500 Annually

Benefits: Eligible for up to 6% annual bonus. Medical dental and vision a 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% company match plus potential additional matching based on tenure PTO paid sick leave paid holidays and a flexible schedule

As the food bank with the largest service area in the contiguous United States Food Bank of the Rockies is passionate about ensuring every community member has the resources they need to thrive. Supporting our Colorado and Wyoming communities begins with passionate mission-driven individuals.

The Annual Giving Manager is a member of Food Bank of the Rockies Development Team and will manage several annual giving programs including monthly giving direct mail day-of-giving campaigns workplace giving and donor stewardship. This role will provide excellent management and stewardship of our 5000 Feed365 monthly donors who collectively donate $3.5 million each year. Additionally the Annual Giving Manager will manage a robust direct mail program that contributes $4.5 million annually from 40000 gifts across our Colorado and Wyoming service areas. This position will consistently promote positive and mutually rewarding interaction with and stewardship of donors at all levels. They will collaborate with internal and external constituencies to determine the best strategies for effective solicitation and stewardship of donors creating a gratifying gift experience for all donors in support of FBRs mission.

The Food Banks team is dedicated to creating an efficient food distribution network to reduce and help end hunger across the state. Staff are committed to embodying the Food Banks organizational values and mission in all activities.

If you are looking for a mission-focused organization where innovation and teamwork are encouraged and new ideas are valued then this is an ideal position for you.

The mission of Food Bank of the Rockies is to ignite the power of community to nourish people facing hunger. We provide food and necessities to people in need through signature programs and by teaming up with hundreds of Hunger Relief Partners to serve communities across Colorado and Wyoming. We believe that for a community to thrive every person must have the resources they need to flourish and we strive to provide proper nourishment for every neighbor.

Primary Responsibilities:

Monthly Giving (Feed365)

• Manage and grow the Feed365 monthly donor program (5000 donors contributing $3.5M annually)
• Oversee donor communications and engagement touchpoints in partnership with Marketing
• Cultivate and steward monthly donors including managing upgrades and additional gifts
• Reactivate lapsed donors and serve as the main point of contact for all monthly giving inquiries
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive monthly donor journey
• Track and maintain donor records and updates in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system

Direct Mail Fundraising

• Lead strategy execution and performance tracking for the direct mail program ($4.5M annually from 40000 gifts)
• Manage relationships with direct mail vendors and coordinate segmentation campaign themes and timelines
• Collaborate with regional development leads to align messaging across all Distribution Center locations
• Oversee mail processing including lockbox management and PO box administration
• Report campaign results to the Food Bank of the Rockies leadership and the Board of Directors

Colorado Gives Day

• Plan and execute the Colorado Gives Day campaign ($1M annually)
• Ensure website updates donor outreach staff engagement and campaign promotions in coordination with Marketing
• Analyze and report results and assign stewardship actions to team members

Workplace Giving

• Manage workplace giving campaigns ($1.5M annually)
• Complete application submissions coordinate campaign promotions and steward workplace donors

Stewardship & Donor Engagement

• Support the RKD Connect stewardship program with donor outreach lists action tracking and reporting
• In partnership with Marketing refresh and update donor acknowledgment letters quarterly
• Plan and participate in stewardship events including receptions volunteer nights and educational gatherings
• Conduct donor tours and contribute to fundraising events as needed
• Foster strong rewarding relationships with donors at all levels

Other Responsibilities

• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in fundraising donor engagement and CRM systems
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards in handling sensitive donor information
• Handle confidential information with discretion and care ensuring privacy and respect of the employee volunteers partners donors and others

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Commitment to fulfilling the Food Bank of the Rockies mission and positively representing the brand both internally and externally
• Strong communication skills that are effective across a variety of constituencies high customer service focus
• Must be a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision have general office/clerical work experience and have a thorough knowledge of English grammar spelling and punctuation
• Must be detail-oriented and able to work well as a team and with others across the organization to achieve shared goals
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously set priorities meet deadlines and communicate professionally and effectively both in writing and verbally
• Deep commitment and passion for the Food Bank of the Rockies

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Sitting and standing for long periods walking intermittently
• Using office equipment such as a computer mouse keyboard and printer
• Indoor office environment frequently; outdoor work environment occasionally

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelors degree a plus; or equivalent work-related experience
• Minimum of seven years of experience in non-profit fundraising with a proven track record of achieving revenue targets
• Must have excellent computer skills and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word and Excel programs.
• Experience with Raisers Edge Engaging Networks a plus
• Bilingual a plus Spanish preferred

Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time exempt position with a flexible work schedule hybrid work is available. Daily schedules may vary and should maintain Food Bank of the Rockies core hours between 9 am-3 pm. Evenings and weekends may be requirements of this position.

Compensation:

$84000 - $86500 Annually up to 6% annual bonus

Benefits:

At Food Bank of the Rockies we provide a fulfilling workplace along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Generous Paid Time Off: Flexible paid time off including 10 paid holidays sick leave parental leave and opportunities for paid volunteer time.
• Robust Retirement Plan: A 401(k) retirement plan with a 4.5% employer match plus additional matching based on tenure for a total potential match of up to 8.5% to support your long-term financial security.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Competitive health dental vision and life insurance plans to support your meet your and your familys needs.
• Bilingual Incentive: A monthly incentive for certified bilingual staff recognizing and rewarding your valuable language skills.

To Apply:

Apply online through Applications will be accepted until June 6 2025.

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Food Bank of the Rockies is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/D/V/SO.

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