AFPLI Career Opportunities

Position Title: Assistant Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences

Position Level: Mid

Salary Range:  $95,000 - $115,000

Posting Date:  November 19, 2025

The Stony Brook University Advancement Department connects and builds relationships with friends, foundations, corporations and alumni to raise funds for the University, Stony Brook Medicine, the Long Island State Veterans Home and related funding priorities that advance the University's mission.

Responsibilities:

The Assistant Director of Development, College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) is responsible for building and managing a portfolio of major gift prospects. They will focus on cultivating and soliciting qualified alumni and friends to support Stony Brook University’s College of Arts and Sciences. The Assistant Director of Development, CAS must meet annual metrics, adapt to changing priorities, and manage donor relationships effectively.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Three (3) years of full-time fundraising, sales, or related experience. Experience working in a higher education institution, a large non-profit, or a complex healthcare system. Proven record of success in cultivating relationships and securing support from individual donors, institutions, and/or clients through fundraising or sales.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in fundraising campaigns. Proven success in closing leadership annual giving level gifts. Proficiency in contact management software, such as Raiser's Edge.

Any additional information -  Hybrid.

Application Instructions: Please click on this link to apply

Organizational Website:

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/advancement/

Position Title: Assistant Director of Development, West Campus

Position Level: Mid

Salary Range:  $ 87,000 - $112,000

Posting Date: November 19, 2025

The Stony Brook University Advancement Department connects and builds relationships with friends, foundations, corporations and alumni to raise funds for the University, Stony Brook Medicine, the Long Island State Veterans Home and related funding priorities that advance the University's mission.

Responsibilities:

The Assistant Director of Development, West Campus is responsible for building and managing a portfolio of major gift prospects. They will focus on cultivating and soliciting qualified alumni and friends to support Stony Brook University’s West Campus, including key priorities of the Office of the Provost. These may include, but are not limited to, the School of Communication and Journalism, the Libraries, and other academic units across West Campus. The Assistant Director of Development, West Campus must meet annual metrics, adapt to changing priorities, and manage donor relationships effectively.

The ADO’s assigned priorities and associated allocation of effort will be determined in partnership with the Office of the Provost and Office of Advancement, in collaboration with the academic units served by this ADO. The ADO's assigned priorities and associated allocation of effort may shift over time based on a range of factors including university priorities and opportunities/capacity across these units. 

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Three (3) years of full-time fundraising, sales, or related experience in a higher education institution, a large non-profit, or a complex healthcare system. Proven record of success in cultivating, soliciting, and raising funds from individual donors and/or institutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in fundraising campaigns. Proven success in closing leadership annual giving level gifts. Proficiency in contact management software, such as Raiser's Edge.

Any additional information - May be a hybrid position.

Application Instructions: Please visit this page to apply:

Organizational Website: 

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/advancement/

Position Title: Corporate Partnerships Manager

Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000

Posting Date: November 10, 2025

Overall Summary:

Under the supervision of the Chief Development Officer, the Corporate Partnerships Manager will be responsible for cultivating and managing a portfolio of corporations/businesses for high-impact partnerships, grants, multi-year gifts and sponsorships that align with the organization’s mission and strategic goals.

           
 Essential Functions:

• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential corporate partners to secure funding through donations, grants, and sponsorships
• Maintain strong mission-aligned relationships with current partners through consistent communication, reporting, and recognition
• Establish a portfolio of 50+ corporate donors with the goal of raising $300,000 annually. This goal pertains to corporate giving and sponsorships outside of special events.
• Create customized proposals, presentations, and reports tailored to the interests of each partner to enhance engagement and support
• Responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, budget, revenue and reporting of the organization’s major special events. Manage event committee meetings.
• Implement strategies to secure event sponsorships that align with corporate social responsibility goals and organizational initiatives
• Track partnership deliverables and ensure accurate data collection for impact reporting and recognition of partners
• Coordinate volunteer opportunities and activities for corporate partners, enhancing their engagement with the organization
• Contribute to the success of the Capital Campaign by strategically engaging current and prospective corporate donors to help achieve fundraising goal
• Collaborate closely with members of the marketing and communications, program, and volunteer services teams to coordinate and maximize opportunities
• Work in a team environment to effectively represent GDF/AVD and its mission in the community
• Represent GDF/AVD at all development-related special events and meetings
•  Perform other tasks as assigned by the Chief Development Officer
• Always aware of safety rules and procedures, ensuring that the functions of this job are done in the safest possible manner and encouraging co-workers to do likewise

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from accredited college (preferably in Fundraising, Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing or other related field). 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with corporate partners and stakeholders.
• A solid understanding of business principles and the ability to negotiate partnership agreements that benefit both parties.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple partnerships and projects simultaneously.
• Previous experience in partnership development, fundraising, or a related field is often preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Physical Demands: The employee is required to stand, walk, push, pull, reach overhead and bend to the floor, drive and/or travel, lift 25 pounds and exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally

Visual Acuity: Near acuity and accommodation are required for the ability to see and read text and copy of written materials for publishing and to read computer screen. 

Hearing Ability: Ability to interact with staff and public in an informal or formal way during events or public speaking.

Work Environment: Employee is exposed to office, kennel and residence environment.  This includes animal hair and dander as well as cleaning and antibacterial cleaning solutions.

Compensation Information:

The expected salary range for the position is $85,000 - $95,000 per year. The anticipated starting salary is between $85,000 and $87,500 will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program which includes an outstanding 403(b) plan, tuition reimbursement, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, generous paid time off, and more.

Additional Information:

To apply email your resume to employment@guidedog.org.

Position Title: Advancement Services Coordinator

Position Level: Mid

Salary:  $25 Hourly Rate

Posting Date: November 10, 2025

The Sisters of St. Dominic is a nonprofit religious organization.

Our mission: “We Dominican women religious, called to be signs of joy and hope, commit ourselves to incarnating the Gospel, deepening our life of prayer, searching for truth, discerning the needs of the Church, and ministering to the people of God.”

Responsibilities:

Reporting directly to the Director of Advancement, the Advancement Services Coordinator assists with operational management and supports the day-to-day operations of the Advancement Office. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of the overall responsibilities of fundraising, including, but not limited to: gift processing and reporting, reconciliation, acknowledgments, prospect
management, biographical data maintenance and query/report generation. This role will also assist at events as needed.

• Complete monthly/periodical financial reconciliation for all fundraising gifts.
  
  
• Interacts with all fundraising and finance staff regarding the processing, reporting, and logging
  of all gifts received
  
  
• Oversee online merchant accounts (Authorize.net and Blackbaud Merchant Services) to ensure
  proper processing of online gifts
  
  
• Oversee enrollment program:
  • Monitor, maintain, and re-order enrollment stock and office stationery
  • Responsible for orders, fulfillment, and offerings through the website.
    
    
• Balance quarterly budget sheets from Finance
  
  
• Manage aspects of Annual Giving Campaign
  • Prepare print and digital plan for Dominican Companions
    
    
• Process and record all invoices and deposits

Requirements and Qualifications:
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar fundraising database

• Minimum 2 years fundraising experience with a demonstrated track record

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close attention to detail and
prioritization to meet deadlines

• Demonstrates a professional demeanor, whether speaking to others in person, over the phone,
via phone, or through letters

• Works well alone as well as under direct supervision

• High professional and ethical standards for handling confidential information

Other Skills/Requirements

• Event set up and breakdown - arranging displays, transporting event materials, and other tasks
  that require light to moderate physical effort
• Ability to stand, walk, and exert themselves for long periods, as well as the ability to lift and
  carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds for event setup/breakdown
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Additionally, familiarity with: 

- Raiser’s Edge
- Fundraising events
- Fundraising campaign coordinator experience

Application Instructions:

Candidates must fill out a job application, which can be found here: APPLICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT

Please send the completed application and a resume to mmorales@amityop.org.

Organizational Website:  https://www.sistersofstdominic.org

Position Title: Senior Development Manager

Salary Range: $ 75,000 - $80,000

Posting Date:  October 15, 2025

WHO WE ARE:

National Kidney Foundation is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease. As pioneers of scientific research and innovation, NKF focuses on the whole patient through the lens of kidney health. Relentless in our work, we enhance lives through action, education, and accelerating change.

WHAT WE BELIEVE IN:

NKF’s Mission is what we do, our Values are how we do it.

·       Accountability- Earn and keep trust

·       Collaboration-Work as a team

·       Communication- Empower with information

·       Community-Build stronger community

·       Compassion- Lead with care and respect

·       Impact-Focus on the mission

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The Senior Manager, Development is responsible for planning and implementing fundraising strategies and tactics to achieve market revenue goals with the direction of the Sr. Director, Development & Communications.  This Senior Manager of Development will focus on NKF’s Walk Fundraisers in the Market and will be responsible for overseeing the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of a portfolio for both existing and new corporate partners, teams, and individual donors. The primary focus of this role will be  Walk events in the Greater New York area. The Senior Manager will also provide material planning, back-end and logistical support for other Walk events within the Market including, but not limited to: managing NKF’s Peer-to-Peer fundraising and CRM platforms; logistical planning; event marketing; committee leadership and volunteer coaching; vendor contracting; budgeting; and other related administrative duties. 

The individual will work as a team player to drive growth to achieve the mission and revenue goals. The candidate will have exceptional leadership, interpersonal, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills with an ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and achieve results in a team environment.

·       Oversee all aspects of the Greater New York Walks (currently a NYC Walk and a Long Island Kidney Walk) and lead and support all logistical aspects of the other Walks within the market (currently 1-2). The Senior Manager will provide on-site leadership and support for all Market Walks, and will provide on-site leadership for committee/planning/volunteer events related to GNY walks as needed.

·       Oversee all aspects of NKF’s peer-to-peer fundraising and CRM platforms in order to track, monitor and capture data for all Market Walks.

·       Recruit and manage event Leadership Committees, with a focus on the GNY area.

o   Responsible for cultivating, soliciting, securing, and managing corporate sponsorship, individual donors, and community partners that support Kidney Walks in the market, particularly for (but not limited) to Greater New York Walks.

o   Recruit, manage and support event volunteers and leadership committees, particularly for (but not limited) to Greater NY Walks

o   Create and implement ongoing community outreach strategies for year-round recruitment and cultivation opportunities to develop prospect pipeline for volunteers and committee members.

o   Manage event budgets, ensure accurate revenue projections, and provide financial analysis.

o   Serve as a member of the development team influencing and driving relationships and best practices to accomplish market and region financial goals.

o   Aid the market in logistical and administrative duties, which include the logging of daily market finances, contract submissions, and the point person for all other national processes around walks. 

o   Develop strategies to support event marketing and communications.

o   Performs additional duties as required, including supporting other Market events as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL POSSESS:

·       Accountability: Establishes organizational accountability, driving performance across all levels.

·       Collaboration: Leads collaborative efforts across the organization, bi-directionally, ensuring that departments work together to achieve strategic objectives. Actively builds partnerships with external stakeholders to advance mission.

·       Cultural Humility: Promotes cultural humility across departments, ensuring that programs, policies, and services reflect a deep understanding of and respect for cultural diversity.

·       Data-Driven Decision Making & Results Orientation: Leverages accurate, comprehensive data analytics to guide strategic planning and decision-making. Sets high-impact targets and ensures the organization delivers on strategic commitments.

·       Financial Acumen: Leads strategic financial planning, driving revenue diversification and long-term sustainability.

·       Operational Excellence: Leads or delivers on large-scale operational changes to elevate organizational performance.

·       Patient and Community-Centered Focus: Drives efforts to enhance the impact of programs for patients, living donors, and care partners. Champions initiatives that promote equitable access to care and ensure that the community is well-supported through education, services, and outreach.

·       Resource Stewardship: Manages resources responsibly, balancing cost, quality, and sustainability to maximize impact.

·       Stakeholder Engagement: Supports NKF’s mission by coordinating the efforts of volunteers, partners, and stakeholders. Engages in project management activities to ensure smooth execution of initiatives and builds relationships that strengthen NKF’s impact in the community.

Skills & Knowledge:

·       Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

·       Minimum of 5+ years related experience in growing community-based fundraising events, specifically peer-to-peer programs

·       Experience in securing corporate sponsorships and partnerships.

·       Deep knowledge of and ability to implement peer-to-peer fundraising best practices

·       Previous experience managing direct reports or volunteers

·       Proficient in CRM and Project/Event Management Systems (Salesforce, Rallybound, Slack, etc.)

·       Experience with overall event management, including planning and executing day-of logistics; ability to organize, delegate, empower and inspire colleagues and volunteers.

·       Highly effective organizational, communication, negotiations, and interpersonal skills.

·       Detail oriented and ability to multi-task.

·       Self-starter able to work well in a team driven environment and delegate to accomplish goals.

·       Comfortable with social media platforms; content development a plus.

·       Flexible to work weekends and evenings

·       Experience in a health care field or with a voluntary health organization a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER:

·       Work/Life Integration: Enjoy plenty of vacation time, sick leave, and holidays so you can recharge, regroup or reflect—and come back ready to tackle anything.

·       Support for Your Health: We've got your back with top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for you and your loved ones.

·       Peace of Mind: Rest easy knowing you're covered with life insurance and a 403(b) plan with matching company contributions to secure your future.

·       Creative savings: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts to save on eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.

·       Support When You Need It: Access confidential counseling, support services, and resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

·       A Chance to Spread the Word: Share the love and earn rewards by referring awesome folks to join our team.

·       A Big Tent: We're all about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and heard.

·       Mission-Fueled Culture: Join a team that's passionate about making a difference and guided by values like integrity, compassion, and innovation.

WORKING CONDITIONS, EQUIPMENT USED AND SPECIAL INFORMATION:

·       Ability to lift and transport equipment weighing up to 25 lbs. Flexible to work evenings and weekends as needed. Available for overnight business travel.

·       Must have valid driver’s license, insurance and access to reliable transportation

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

At the National Kidney Foundation diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity applies to both our Equal opportunity employer-vets/disabled.  NKF is a merit-based employer.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be considered an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Application Instructions: Apply Online  PI278760409

Position Title:   Director of Development, Stony Brook Medicine

Position Level: Mid-Level

Salary Range:  $119,000 - $144,000

Posting Date:   October 9, 2025

The Stony Brook University Advancement Department connects and builds relationships with friends, foundations, corporations and alumni to raise funds for the University, Stony Brook Medicine, the Long Island State Veterans Home and related funding priorities that advance the University’s mission.

Responsibilities:

The Director of Development, Stony Brook Medicine (SBM) will play a key role in the fundraising efforts for Stony Brook Medicine, with a particular focus on Women’s Health Initiatives. Working closely with Advancement and Medicine leadership they will design a comprehensive fundraising plan and strategy for selected areas. The Director of Development, SBM will meet with key prospects and individual donors, cultivate relationships with them, solicit them for gifts, and manage all fundraising activities. While subject to change based on an individual development officer’s portfolio, the Director of Development, SBM will be required to meet clearly defined metrics annually.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising program. Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and/or steward prospects capable of making major ($100,000+) gifts. Steward existing donors appropriately to encourage long-term relationships. Achieve specific and measurable goals for contacts, effective portfolio management, proposals presented, and dollars raised.
• Serve as a member of the Stony Brook Advancement team, coordinating efforts with the broader work of University Advancement, participating as a professional and team member in various Advancement tasks and functions, and communicating clearly and consistently with colleagues about goals, progress, and activities.
• Engage volunteers to utilize them in the cultivation and solicitation of donors.
• Projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.
• Attend appropriate alumni, Medicine, School, and University events that present opportunities to advance prospect or donor relationships

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume): 
Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Four (4) years of full-time fundraising, sales, and/or related experience. Experience working in higher education, a large non-profit, and/or a complex healthcare system. Proven record of success in cultivating relationships and securing support from individual donors, institutions, and/or clients through fundraising or sales.

Preferred Qualifications
One (1) additional year of full-time fundraising, sales, and/or related experience. Proven record of success in cultivating, soliciting, and closing major level ($100,000+) gifts from individual donors. Fundraising campaign experience. Contact management software experience.

Application Instructions:  

Please visit https://stonybrooku.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2503782&tz=GMT-05%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York and apply today!

Organizational Website:

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/advancement/

Position Title:  Assistant Director of Development, West Campus

Position Level: Mid

Salary Range:  $87,000 - $112,000

Posting Date:  September 12, 2025

The Stony Brook University Advancement Department connects and builds relationships with friends, foundations, corporations and alumni to raise funds for the University, Stony Brook Medicine, the Long Island State Veterans Home and related funding priorities that advance the University's mission.

Responsibilities:

The Assistant Director of Development, West Campus is responsible for building and managing a portfolio of major gift prospects. They will focus on cultivating and soliciting qualified alumni and friends to support Stony Brook University’s West Campus, including key priorities of the Office of the Provost. These may include, but are not limited to, the School of Communication and Journalism, the Libraries, and other academic units across West Campus. The Assistant Director of Development, West Campus must meet annual metrics, adapt to changing priorities, and manage donor relationships effectively.

The ADO’s assigned priorities and associated allocation of effort will be determined in partnership with the Office of the Provost and Office of Advancement, in collaboration with the academic units served by this ADO. The ADO's assigned priorities and associated allocation of effort may shift over time based on a range of factors including university priorities and opportunities/capacity across these units. 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising program in collaboration with Advancement leadership.
• Achieve specific goals for contacts, portfolio management, proposals, and funds raised.
• Coordinate efforts with the University Advancement team, participate in various tasks and functions, and communicate progress effectively.
• Manage a core group of leadership and major gift prospects, from identification to solicitation, while stewarding existing donors.
• Engage faculty and volunteers in cultivation and solicitation activities, and attend relevant events to advance donor relationships.
• Assist in coordinating cultivation activities, donor recognition, and stewardship events to support fundraising goals.
• Utilize and maintain prospect tracking and contact reporting through Raiser's Edge.
• Prepare written proposals and support documentation for gift acceptance in compliance with SBU Foundation accounting procedures.
• Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Three (3) years of full-time fundraising, sales, or related experience in a higher education institution, a large non-profit, or a complex healthcare system. Proven record of success in cultivating, soliciting, and raising funds from individual donors and/or institutions.

Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience in fundraising campaigns. Proven success in closing leadership annual giving level gifts. Proficiency in contact management software, such as Raiser's Edge.

Additional Information: 

Application Instructions:
Please visit https://stonybrooku.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=2502388&tz=GMT-04%3A00&tzname=America%2FNew_York and apply today!

Organizational Website: https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/advancement/

Position: Major and Planned Gifts Officer

Position Level: Mid

Salary Range: $70,000 - $87,000

Posting Date:  September 5, 2025

We are seeking a skilled major gifts officer to help achieve our major/planned gift fundraising goals. As an integral member of the Development team, this position is responsible for cultivating and soliciting a portfolio of approximately 70 donors/prospects committed to land conservation.  The successful candidate needs to be skilled at building strategic relationships, analyzing data and executing strategies, along with effectively stewarding donors.  This position will also partner on fundraising for venture and stewardships projects.

Reporting to the VP of Development, this position will be a trust builder and strong collaborator with exceptional listening/communication skills and a passion for connecting with and understanding donor’s needs, goals and interests to align with the Trust’s initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

Some essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Fundraising Strategy and Implementation:

·    Play a lead role in the design and direction of the individual major gift fundraising program ($2,500+) including an overall strategy to leverage our Councils and increase donor giving levels. 

·    Work with staff/board to develop strategies and programs for researching, identifying, cultivating, and attracting new sources of financial support.

·    Solicit donors via personal visits (face to face and virtual), phone and written communications for general operational, programmatic, and planned gifts.

·    Increase the number of planned gift donors and bequests and regularly steward them

·    Steward donors by making thank you calls, writing personal thank you notes, and sending gift impact reports and updates.

·    Partner to develop donor stewardship events, activities, and partnerships.

·    Utilize our database and research tools to build proposals for current/new donors and private/family foundation donors

Qualifications:

·        Minimum of 6–8 years of fundraising major/planned gifts and donor management experience.

·        Bachelor’s degree or at least 8 years of above experience.

·        Must have demonstrated success in strategic thinking to achieve fundraising goals and manage high-level      donor relationships in a nonprofit setting.

·        Excellent analytical, writing, listening and oral presentation skills.

·        Discretion and good judgment with the ability to gain trust and confidence from donors.

·        Experience with fundraising databases, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

·        Ability to work effectively as a productive team member

·        Ability to use an analytical and organized approach to problem solving and workflow management.

·        Efficient, well organized, and able to produce high quality and quantity of work.

·        Detail orientation; able to juggle competing priorities.

·        Valid NYS Driver’s License with ability to commute to Southampton weekly.

PREFERRED QUALICATIONS

·        Knowledge of Long Island and New York City philanthropic and corporate communities a plus.

·        Experience with Salesforce a plus.

·        Knowledge of land conservation a plus.

POSTION SPECIFICS:

·        Hybrid position with at least 1-2 days a week in the Southampton, NY office after 90 days.

·        Full-time, exempt position working at least 35 hours per week Mon-Fri to include some evenings and occasional weekends.

·        Local travel by car regularly, NYC and tri-state travel by train, car or ferry, along with air travel out of state when needed.

WE OFFER:

·        Starting salary $70k–$87k. The exact amount is commensurate with experience, knowledge and skills and may vary above or below the range, as permitted by applicable law.

·        Subsidized medical, voluntary dental and vision, FSA and company funded HRA.  

·        Company paid profit sharing pension plan.  

·        Annual bonus and salary increase potential.  

·        Generous paid time off.

·        Employee contributed 403b plan.  

·        Kind and supportive culture.

Application Instructions: hr@peconiclandtrust.org. 

Organizational Website: https://www.peconiclandtrust.org/careers

Position Title: Executive Director

Position Level:  Senior

Salary Range:  $175,000 - $200,000

Posting Date:  September 2, 2025

About the Organization

Since 1978, Friends of Karen has guided families caring for a child with a life-threatening illness through their difficult journey. Friends of Karen has helped more than 18,000 children and provides emotional, financial and advocacy support for the children and their families.

The Executive Director will serve as Friends of Karen’s chief spokesperson, fundraiser, advocate, and administrator to donors, prospects, the media, and the general public.

The ideal candidate will actively represent the organization in the community to present Friends of Karen’s work, impact, and achievements in order to increase visibility and credibility, inspire support, and promote public awareness.

Experience Required: 

The Executive Director will lead the Senior Management Team, which is comprised of the Director of Family Support, Assistant Director of Family Support, Director of Finance and Administration, and Regional Director of Long Island/New York Metro Area.

Application Instructions: 

Friends of Karen has retained Freeman Philanthropic Services, LLC to facilitate this executive recruitment.

Please send confidential inquiries and applications directly to Freeman Philanthropic Services, LLC via e-mail at FriendsofKaren@glfreeman.com.

Position Title: Institutional Giving Associate

Position Level: Mid

Salary Range: $65,000 - $75,000

Posting Date: August 12, 2025

Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI) was founded in 1961 to address the special education needs
of children with autism and other developmental disabilities and provide therapeutic intervention.
Today, DDI is a dynamic, nonprofit, multi-site agency, each day serving hundreds of children and adults
with autism and other developmental disabilities, providing educational, residential, habilitative,
vocational, transportation, and self-direction support to the Long Island community.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and identify new institutional prospects, including foundations and
  corporations.
• Initiate and develop grant proposals and reports; maintain institutional annual institutional
  calendar of grant, report, and outreach deadlines.
• Develop effective working relationships with Senior Management, program staff, and financial
  teams to compile relevant information needed for grant proposals, budgets, and funding
  reports.
• Provide logistical support for managing the institutional and planned giving prospect pipeline
  and donor stewardship processes.
• Maintain and update contact records in CRM and help log correspondence and funder
  touchpoints.
• Liaise with development staff to identify and troubleshoot database issues, customize and test
  new features and ensure good data hygiene.
• Assist with donor engagement initiatives, including emails, events, and meetings, preparing
  outreach lists for funder updates.
• Support updates and maintenance of DDI’s development procedure manual and CRM business
  rules.
• Process donations, matching gifts, pledge reports and event confirmations in CRM.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Three years’ relevant experience
• Impeccable interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized, proactive and resourceful
• Experience working with relational and gift databases

DDI's Institutional Giving Manager is responsible for maintaining fundraising data systems, coordinating
grants and donor engagement calendars, providing logistical support for fundraising campaigns and
events, and helping implement new processes to improve department operations. The successful
candidate will interact with a variety of staff across DDI’s programs to assemble the information and
data needed to sustain and increase institutional giving.

Application Instructions: Apply directly on our website: ddiny.org

Organizational Website: ddiny.org