Chapter Job Board

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DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR ($50,000 - $60,000)

Scouting America, W. D. Boyce Council

 

About Us

For over a century, Scouting has shaped the lives of young people by instilling values, building character, and preparing them for a lifetime of leadership and service. The W. D. Boyce Council is proud to carry that legacy forward in Central Illinois, serving more than 3,500 Scouts and volunteers across 14 counties. We’re not just a youth organization—we’re a movement. And we’re looking for a passionate, driven, and relationship-focused Development Director to help us grow our mission and expand our impact.

 

The Opportunity

As Development Director, you’ll be at the heart of our fundraising efforts, leading key initiatives in the Peoria and Bloomington/Normal communities. You’ll work closely with our development team including our Director of Development and CEO/Scout Executive to build meaningful relationships, engage community leaders, and drive revenue to support life-changing Scouting programs. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger. You’ll join a team of professionals who believe in the power of purpose, the strength of community, and the potential of every young person.

 

What You’ll Do

· Lead and grow signature fundraising events—galas, golf outings, donor receptions, and more.

· Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, sponsors, and community leaders.

· Drive donor engagement and expand our base of support through strategic outreach.

· Collaborate with volunteers and staff to meet ambitious fundraising goals.

· Champion the mission of Scouting America and share its impact with passion and clarity.

 

What You Bring

· Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of experience in fundraising, event planning, marketing, or sales.

· A proven track record of fundraising and managing successful campaigns.

· Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills—you’re a natural relationship builder.

· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

· A self-starter mindset with the ability to lead, inspire, and collaborate.

· Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends and travel locally as needed.

· A commitment to the values of Scouting (prior experience is a plus, but not required).

 

Bonus Points If You Have

· Experience leading high-revenue, donor-centric events.

· A magnetic, can-do attitude and a passion for nonprofit work.

· A desire to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

 

Why Join Us?

· Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

· A mission-driven culture where your work truly matters.

· Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

· The chance to be part of a legacy that’s over 100 years strong—and still growing.

 

Ready to help shape the future of Scouting in Central Illinois?

Begin your adventure today by sending a resume and cover letter to ben.blumenberg@scouting.org with the subject line “Grow Scouting.”

 

Illinois State University

College of Arts and Sciences

Director of Development

Building upon the positive momentum and increasing success in fundraising in recent years, Illinois State
University seeks a Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts for the College of Arts and
Sciences, focusing on securing major gifts to enhance the College’s mission and impact. The College of
Arts and Sciences is the largest and most diverse college at Illinois State University, housing 19
departments, schools, and interdisciplinary programs. It is the academic heart of Illinois State University,
serving as the home to the core curriculum that forms the basis for all degree programs. Approximately
6,000 students pursue undergraduate and graduate degrees in the numerous undergraduate and graduate
degree programs spanning the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. The faculty in the
College of Arts and Sciences are also expert practitioners who have a passion for both teaching and
research, and they are the reason ISU students are so successful, both on campus and beyond. The new
Director of Development will cultivate major gifts that strengthen student success as well as teaching and
research in the College’s academic disciplines.
Illinois State University is poised for continued excellence under the leadership of President Aondover
Tarhule and College of Arts and Sciences Dean Heather Dillaway. The Director of Development will play
a key role in advancing the College of Arts and Sciences, and Illinois State University, to achieve even
greater success in the future.
This position offers a talented and motivated person with an opportunity to join an accomplished and
collaborative University Advancement team. The individual selected for this position will be part of a
vibrant university community and an outstanding educational institution that is ranked among the nation’s
top public universities and is recognized as one of the best universities to work for. Illinois State is
seeking a person with the skills and drive to help inspire philanthropic support from alumni and friends
that will advance the university. If you embrace the mission and power of public higher education, have
excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enjoy, or have an interest in, connecting with people
from diverse backgrounds to help them achieve their philanthropic goals, this could be an excellent next
step on your career journey. While fundraising experience – especially in higher education – is a plus,
applicable skills from related career experience outside of fundraising will also be considered (e.g.,
marketing, public relations, sales, contract negotiations, communication, etc.).
The Director of Development will be responsible for major gift fundraising activities including
identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewarding of major gift prospects. The Director will work
within the Division of University Advancement and will be an important partner with the Dean of the
college and other administrative leaders and faculty in advancing the college’s and university’s strategic
fundraising priorities in the university’s next comprehensive campaign. The position is full-time and
requires a bachelor’s degree and at least one year of experience in development/fundraising or equivalent
work experience that demonstrates the capacity for success in major gift fundraising.
In alignment with the mission and core values of Illinois State University, the Division of University
Advancement is committed to a welcoming work environment allowing colleagues to discover,
contribute, grow, and belong, and ensures people feel valued and respected. Please apply online through
this link: Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences.

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Peoria Park District

Director of Development

$75k - $90k

Click here for more information and/or to apply!

Duties: Under the supervision of the Director of Peoria Zoo & Luthy Botanical Garden, the Director of Development is responsible for:

• Fundraising Leadership: 
  • Provides oversight of all of PZS’ development activities.
  • Leads effort to develop and implement fundraising strategies focused first on a large scale, phased Peoria Zoo capital campaign as defined by the Peoria Park District and Zoo leadership, building in long-term development principles to grow and maintain relationships with donors around annual giving, planned giving, special events, and major donor cultivation.
  • Builds and maintains relationships with major donors, corporate sponsors, and community stakeholders.
  • Reports regularly on the progress of the capital campaign goals and strategic plan status with specific fiscal/annual metrics.  
  • Sets and achieves annual fundraising goals in collaboration with PPD, Peoria Zoo Director, and PZS Board. Oversees membership services and monitors the adequacy of activities with staff, appropriate committees, and the governing body.
  • Orchestrate and execute the advancement of the major gifts program with prospective donors through the appropriate stages (qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship).
  • Implement a culture of development efforts that prioritizes face to face personal visits to increase major giving to the Society in support of the Zoo.
  • Generate and manage all portfolios for PPD & PZS’s Office of Development.
  • Prepare proposals and gift agreements as required for proper gift documentation.
  • Assist Membership/Annual Giving in coordination with PPD Marketing Staff and PZS Marketing Committee to generate annual/individual giving solicitation schedules.
• Donor Stewardship:
  • Designs and oversees a robust donor stewardship program to enhance donor retention and increase giving levels.
  • Oversees the acknowledgment and recognition of donors through personalized communication, reports, and stewardship-specific events.
  • Acts as the primary spokesperson for PZS to communicate its impact and build strong donor connections.
• Marketing and Communications:
  • Coordinates with PPD Marketing Staff, in collaboration with the PZS Marketing Committee (or internal resources), to develop messaging and materials for fundraising campaigns, events, and donor outreach.
  • Ensures consistent and compelling communication with stakeholders, using appropriate vehicles such as newsletters, social media, impact reports, and others.
  • Serves as a PZS, PPD, and Zoo representative at community events, media engagements, and other opportunities to enhance the visibility of all organizations and departments of PPD.
• Board Engagement:
  • Partners with PZS Board to support governance, strategy, and fundraising efforts.
  • Prepares reports and presentations to inform the board of progress toward goals, challenges, and opportunities.
  • Assists in recruiting, onboarding, and training board members to enhance their engagement and effectiveness.
• Operational Oversight:
  • Provides leadership and oversight for PZS’s day-to-day operations, including budgeting, financial management, and administrative tasks.
  • Develops and manages PZS’s annual operating budget with the Finance Committee, while ensuring compliance with nonprofit regulations, donor intent, and PZS policies.
  • Supervises and mentors’ development and administrative staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
• Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed.
• Supporting all aspects of the Park District’s safety program.
• Performing all other duties as required and as assigned.

 

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred. Although a degree is preferred, extensive experience in a like position with similar duties and responsibilities may be substituted for all or part of the educational programs.

Experience: A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or related fields, with a proven track record of success in major gift cultivation and capital campaigns. Supervisory experience including manaing staff and volunteers.

Knowledge and Ability:

• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and build relationships with donors, corporations, board members, staff, and community partners. 
• Exhibits confidence when cultivating and asking for support. 
• Effective strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated success in planning and executing fundraising campaigns, individual/major and planned giving programs, and overseeing fundraising events.
• Proven mastery of donor management systems and financial software.
• High level of organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Ability to interact with diverse populations.  Must be dependable, courteous, and able to work with people of all ages and backgrounds.
• Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers
• Understanding of basic philosophies underlying a sound community zoological program and the ability to interpret that philosophy to donors, staff and the public.
• Ability to recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate employees.
• Requires a valid Illinois State Class "B" CDL driver's license.

 

Benefits and Perks:

• Paid sick days, vacation days, and holidays.
• Longevity bonus program and wellness program.
• Pension and retirement programs and Social Security participating.
• Exceptional health plan.
• Paid Life Insurance.
• Disability Insurance.
• Full-time employees and dependents enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

 

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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Peoria Symphony Orchestra & Peoria Symphony Foundation

Director of Development

Salary Range: $70,000-$75,000

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Girl Scouts of Central Illinois - Peoria, IL

Donor Engagement Manager

Salary:  $60-$65k

Girl Scouts of Central Illinois offers professional opportunities for talented, forward-thinking individuals who share our vision of helping girls and young women change the world for the better. 

Here's your opportunity to enhance your career while making a difference in girls’ lives and in the world. At Girl Scouts of Central Illinois, you can build a rewarding career connecting individual donors to the exciting and life-changing work of Girls Scouts.

This position is a full-time exempt, benefit eligible position, including: medical, dental, life, long-term disability, EAP, 12 paid holidays a year and 31 days of PTO (in Year 1!). Additionally, we offer a 403b and match after 1 year, and offer the option to enroll in many other supplementary benefits. We offer a casual work environment and the week between Christmas and New Years off! We also offer 2 days work from home (not including February and March) after 6 months of employment.

The Donor Engagement Manager (DEM) is responsible for leading the philanthropic fundraising efforts in Peoria and surrounding area. The DEM is responsible for executing a relationship-based fundraising strategy to increase the pipeline of donors, cultivate, solicit and actively steward a portfolio of donors. The DEM must communicate a strong value proposition that leads to increased funding and engaged donors, matching GSCI projects and needs with donor interests. 

  

The primary role of the DEM is to solicit major gifts from individuals, organizations, and businesses/corporations.

· Identify, cultivate and solicit major donor prospects for significant contributions to GSCI, including planned gifts. 

· Maintain accurate and timely records/contact reports of all interaction with donors utilizing fundraising software. 

· Oversee implementation of creative stewardship and personal recognition for major donors.

· Track and report progress using specific metrics and be accountable to annual fundraising goals. 

· Work closely with the CEO to pursue effective and donor-centric cultivation, solicitation and stewardship strategies. 

· Conduct face to face solicitation meetings with donors. 

· Work closely with GSCI’s Fund Development and Program teams. 

· Perform other duties as necessary or assigned.

This position will also be responsible for organizing one fundraising and cultivation event every other year in the Peoria area, based on need and the overall fundraising plan for the area. This position also collaborates with the Fund Development team to support other fundraising strategies, such as annual giving. 

Employment Requirements:

  

· Be a registered Girl Scout member.

· Believe in the mission of Girl Scouting with the ability to communicate the mission to others.

· Interpret and support GSUSA and council policies and standard procedures.

· Uphold the code of conduct as outlined in the GSCI Employee Handbook.

· Represent the organization professionally and uphold the Girl Scout Promise and Law.

· Ensure diversity and pluralism is embraced and incorporated into the work of the Council.

· Familiar with safety rules and regulations and take reasonable steps to ensure one’s own health and safety, and that of others, and inform the manager of any hazard.

· Be at least 21 years of age.

· Team player with excellent customer service skills.

· Be a positive and cooperative employee, willing to share resources and expertise.

· Ability to pass a criminal and background check.

· Ability to provide two professional references, with one being a previous supervisor. 

Position Requirements

·Bachelor's degree.

  Minimum of three years of experience in fundraising, with at least one year in major gift fundraising. 

· Proven ability to secure individual and major gifts, inspiring donors to give joyfully and at the highest level. 

· Can easily establish and maintain positive working relationships throughout the organization and with outside constituencies.

· Possesses the ability to influence others and compel individuals to action

· Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings/weekends.

· Ability to travel as the job requires and for occasional overnight travel when needed to conduct council business. 

· Maintain reliable transportation and current, valid driver’s license and minimum state auto insurance required.

· Works independently and as part of a cross functional team.

· Professional interpersonal communication skills including oral and written communication. 

· Strong planning and organizational skills.

· Ability to maintain accurate records.

· High degree of self-initiative skills required.

· Computer experience with proficiency in Microsoft Office Products, including word, teams, outlook, and excel.

· Experience in fundraising software.

 Working Conditions

· Office work environment.

· Able to sit upright and view computer screen for several hours at a time.

· Must be able to lift 30 pounds at times.

· Walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, and moderate lifting.

· Occasional exposure to seasonal weather conditions. 

· Frequent sitting and reaching.