Craigslist
Individual and Planned Giving Manager (Portland, OR)
Meals on Wheels People is an organization founded in and by the community! Over the past 50 years, our non-profit has helped thousands of older adults in the Portland Metro area keep their independence through weekly meal delivery and social connections. Our culture reflects our five values: integrity, commitment, respect, inclusion, creativity, and TEAMWORK. With over 20 meal delivery centers throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clark counties, our staff and thousands of volunteers ensure that no adult over 60 goes hungry or experiences social isolation.
Make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and collaborative environment that values your well-being. Enjoy the benefits of a four-day workweek, ample quality time off, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k)-retirement plan, pet insurance, a wellness program, professional development opportunities, an Employee Assistance Program, and mileage reimbursement.
We are seeking an Individual & Planned Giving Manager to oversee a portfolio of major gift and planned giving prospects, driving philanthropic revenue through strategic donor engagement. This role will lead the design, implementation, and evaluation of fundraising strategies, securing gifts of $10,000+ and advancing MOWPâs planned giving program. The Manager will collaborate closely with the Chief Development Officer to align major and planned giving efforts with organizational priorities, while stewarding legacy donors, cultivating new commitments, and managing the Jean Wade Legacy Society.
The ideal candidate will have at least five years of nonprofit experience with expertise in individual and major gift fundraising, including a proven record of securing five- and six-figure gifts. Bilingual skills are preferred. They will demonstrate strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities, with excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and presentation skills. A passion for serving older adults and flexibility to work occasional extended hours for special events are essential.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Leads the major and planned giving programs to meet financial goals.Â
Uses moves management to Manage a personal portfolio of 150+ high-capacity prospects for qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.Â
Manages major and planned gift donor cultivation and stewardship strategies, partnering with MOWP board members and leadership staff when appropriate.2
Leads stewardship planning and activities for individual donors.Â
Works with the CDO to implement a short and long-term strategic direction for raising major gifts for operations and the capital campaign with an emphasis on increasing revenue through individual gifts, DAFs, and planned giving.Â
Works with the CDO to reach capital campaign fundraising goals, through excellent communication with donors and leadership, database management and campaign tracking, and solicitation pipeline monitoring.Â
Works with the Campaign Manager, Database Manager, and Annual Giving Specialist to manage a dynamic pipeline of leadership and major gift prospects and donors and develop and maintain a comprehensive prospect strategy and moves management system
Collaborates with the CEO and CDO on engaging, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors and assists the CDO to manage donor engagement activities of the CEO.
Works closely with key staff to plan and support leadership, major, and planned giving events.Â
Partners with the Annual Giving Specialist on leadership giving strategies and stewardship.Â
Works collaboratively across the organization to support fundraising goals, specifically grants, marketing, and the events teams.Â
Assists the board and other staff with solicitations by providing portfolio development support, strategic counsel, and help with donor communications
Works closely with other team members to install a cooperative, strategic and team-oriented work environment, continually identifying ways to enhance the teamâs fundraising and operation efforts through team problem solving and collaboration.
Participates in in-service training and attends required meetings.
Supports the mission, vision, values, and strategic plan of Meals on Wheels People, Inc.
Other duties as assigned.
Meals on Wheels People is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to welcoming and supporting individuals of all backgrounds, including people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and those living with disabilities, in our team and programs.
For more information about this position and how to apply, please visit Job OpportunitiesÂ

1017 SW Myrtle Dr, Portland, OR 97201, USA
$78,000-92,000/year