Director of Fundraising

Location: Hybrid
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Compensation: $85,000

The Opportunity

Evergreen Hospice is entering a critical phase of growth, with the development of a hospice residence and increasing demand for community-based services.

To support this next phase, Evergreen is seeking a Director of Fundraising to build and lead a structured, sustainable fundraising function.

This role will move Evergreen from a reactive funding approach to a proactive, strategic fundraising model—with clear ownership, strong donor relationships, and consistent revenue generation.

Core Areas of Responsibility

1. Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Growth

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with organizational goals
• Establish clear revenue targets across funding streams
• Identify and prioritize opportunities for growth, including major gifts, corporate partnerships, and community fundraising

2. Donor Development & Stewardship

• Build and manage relationships with individual, corporate, and community donors
• Develop and implement donor stewardship and retention strategies
• Strengthen donor recognition and engagement practices
• Lead personalized outreach and relationship management

3. Grants & Funding Pipeline

• Establish and manage a centralized grant pipeline
• Identify, track, and pursue grant opportunities aligned with organizational priorities
• Oversee grant writing and reporting processes
• Ensure deadlines, compliance, and reporting requirements are met

4. Fundraising Campaigns & Events

• Lead the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and events
• Strengthen and expand existing fundraising initiatives (e.g., community events, partnerships)
• Develop new fundraising opportunities aligned with community engagement

5. Partnerships & Community Engagement

• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with businesses, organizations, and community leaders
• Identify opportunities for sponsorship and collaboration
• Represent Evergreen in the community to strengthen visibility and support

6. Data, Reporting & Accountability

• Maintain visibility of donor engagement and funding activity
• Develop reporting structures for leadership and board
• Track progress against revenue targets and fundraising goals
• Improve organization and use of donor and funding data

7. Alignment with Marketing & Communications

• Work closely with marketing and communications to align messaging with fundraising priorities
• Ensure storytelling reflects impact and supports donor engagement
• Support development of campaigns, content, and outreach strategies

What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months)

• A clear and active fundraising strategy with defined revenue targets
• Increased consistency in donor engagement and stewardship
• Stronger relationships with corporate and community partners
• Improved coordination between fundraising, marketing, and programs
• Increased revenue and diversified funding streams

You are someone who:

• Has 5–8+ years of experience in fundraising, development, or donor relations
• Has a track record of building or growing fundraising functions
• Is confident in relationship-building and external engagement
• Can balance strategy with execution
• Is organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple funding streams
• Is motivated by mission-driven work and community impact