Chapter Blogs

Senior Development Officer

By Aaron Martin posted 2 days ago
Minnesota Land Trust | Saint Paul, MN Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 Summary This Senior Development Officer leads Minnesota Land Trust’s planned giving program and plays a key role in expanding the organization’s major gift and fundraising efforts during a period of strategic growth. In partnership with the Director of Development and Communications and the CEO, this role develops and executes strategies to grow legacy commitments, supports donors considering estate, real estate, and other asset-based gifts, and ensures strong stewardship and accurate documentation. The position also manages a portfolio of major and corporate donors, contributes ...

Membership Spotlight - Breann Miller

By Martha Stone posted 2 days ago
Breann Miller Director of Development - College of Allied Health and College of Pharmacy OU Foundation Member since 2022 What is the most exciting thing about the work you do at your current organization? I love fundraising for my alma mater! There is something truly special about connecting with fellow alumni and sharing in the experiences that shaped them at OU and hearing how the university impacted their lives. It is a joy to serve as a bridge—helping long-time supporters give back to the areas they care about most and guiding new donors as they discover meaningful ways to support students and programs. Boomer Sooner! ...

Development Manager

By Aaron Martin posted 5 days ago
Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $26 - $32/hour The Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP)   is looking for a part-time Development Manager (24 hours/week), based in our Minneapolis office. Who are you? You are passionate about our mission and excited about IATP’s multifaceted work across food and farm systems, climate, and trade. You understand that nonprofit fundraising is not transactional and is built on trust and sustained through genuine relationships with donors and funders, whether they are foundations, corporations, or individuals. You have experience in fundraising, donor engagement ...

Vice President of Philanthropy and Communications

By Aaron Martin posted 5 days ago
Southwest Initiative Foundation | Hutchinson, MN Salary Range: $ 110,054 - $137,568 Join Our Team! Vice President of Philanthropy and Communications Southwest Initiative Foundation (SWIF) is seeking a dynamic leader to serve as Vice President of Philanthropy and Communications. This role provides strategic leadership for philanthropy and marketing efforts, including planned giving, donor engagement, campaigns, branding, and public relations. As a trusted advisor to the President, you will play a key role in driving mission impact by mobilizing generosity, elevating SWIF’s reputation, and stewarding relationships with donors and partners. If you ...

One80 Place - Annual Giving Manager

By Megan Williams posted 6 days ago
The Annual Giving Manager is responsible for the success of the Annual Giving Program at One80 Place, raising unrestricted funds to support programs across the organization. This role is an integral member of the Development Team. The Annual Giving Manager directs and oversees all aspects of annual giving, including direct mail, online giving, and donor segmentation. This position reports directly to the Development Director and works collaboratively with the Development Team, specifically the Communications Manager and Donor Database Specialist. STATUS: Full-time, Regular/ Exempt  SPECIFIC DUTIES: Annual Giving Program Management: Develop and oversee ...

Trident United Way - Advancement Officer (Major Gifts)

By Megan Williams posted 6 days ago
The Advancement Officer - Major Gifts is responsible for the development and management of a comprehensive, strategic, integrated effort to build the base of individual philanthropic supporters who are capable of donating $5,000 or more and increase their level of support to Trident United Way (TUW).  Essential Function 1: Raise revenue and manage fundraising program activities including but not limited to relationship strategy development, prospect identification, solicitation and engagement, proposal development, recognition and appreciation efforts as related to current, lapsed, and new major gift income sources. Essential Function 2: Provide strategy ...

Membership Spotlight - Taylor Trousdale

By Martha Stone posted 8 days ago
Taylor Trousdale Proposals & Partnerships Manager Girl Scouts of Western Oklahoma Member since 2024 Why did you join AFP? I haven't been in the fundraising world very long, but as I was getting to know seasoned professionals and learning from them, I realized they all had one thing in common: they were members of AFP! It seemed like a no-brainer to join this community of talented, dedicated fundraisers to continue learning and growing in my career. What is the most exciting thing about the work you do at your current organization? Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma serves 39 counties across the state, which means many ...

Portfolio and Pipeline Coordinator

By Aaron Martin posted 11 days ago
Dunwoody College of Technology | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $60,000 - $65,000 Vision Dunwoody College of Technology seeks to emerge as a first-choice, nationally-recognized leader in technical education, providing a full college experience rooted in innovative education. Mission Dunwoody changes lives by building opportunities for graduates to have successful careers, to develop into leaders and entrepreneurs, and to engage in “the better performance of life’s duties.” Quote is from the Last Will and Testament of William Hood Dunwoody. POSITION OVERVIEW Reporting to the Sr. Director of Corporations, Foundations, and Prospect Management, ...

FEATURED - Fundraising Strategist

By Aaron Martin posted 11 days ago
Streamworks | Blaine, MN Salary Range: $35 - $45/hour Fundraising Strategist Please apply directly to Streamworks website at http://www.streamworksmn.com Temporary Position, hiring immediately, with an anticipated end date of May 15, 2026. Full Time – Day Shift – Monday-Friday, On-Site $35.00 - $45.00 hourly Summary: Find New Ways to Create Growth for Clients Marketing Strategists are vital in creating and deploying customized fundraising strategies for our clients. You will be working closely with clients to make sure their offline and online efforts are aligned. The strategist works closely with business development, internal creative & ...

Senior Manager, Individual Giving

By Aaron Martin posted 11 days ago
Women's Foundation of Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 Senior Manager, Individual Giving Employment Status: Full-time Department: Advancement Reports To: Vice President of Advancement Salary: $80,000 – $90,000 based on experience and qualifications + benefits FLSA Status: Exempt Supervises: N/A How to Apply: Please send resume and cover letter to humanresources@wfmn.org . Applications accepted through January 12, 2026, or until filled. Location: Hybrid work environment. Office expectation is approximately 60% and includes meeting with donors and with colleagues in-office. Remote work can be up to 40%. As a community ...

Membership Spotlight - Jill Hughes

By Martha Stone posted 15 days ago
Jill Hughes Assistant Vice President for Principal and Planned Giving OU Foundation Member since 2021 Why did you join AFP? I am always impressed to meet colleagues doing incredible work which change and save lives. I love getting to know local professionals who are game-changers and difference-makers and learning how organizations are adopting new technology and the attention of donors. What is the most exciting thing about the work you do at your current organization? I am excited to see how our state and region can be transformed by investments made possible by donors and through our profession. ...

12 Revealing Nonprofit Stats From 2025

By Joseph Stabb posted 15 days ago
The nonprofit sector entered 2025 facing familiar pressures: uneven donor participation, staffing strain and growing uncertainty about the year ahead. Amid these and emerging challenges—including federal funding cuts—new research shows where generosity is holding steady, where it is concentrating, and where opportunity still exists for organizations willing to adapt. Taken together, these 12 stats reflect the realities shaping fundraising, donor behavior, and nonprofit capacity right now as you and your team strategize and plan for the year ahead. ( NonProfit PRO )  Read More

Institutional Giving Officer

By Aaron Martin posted 21 days ago
Project Success  | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 We are looking for an Institutional Giving Officer to join our team at Project Success. Project Success is a youth development nonprofit organization that helps students connect to their purpose. We work with more than 17,000 6th-12th grade students and their families annually and have more than 225,000 alumni around the world. Learn more at projectsuccess.org. The Institutional Giving Officer is responsible for identifying, soliciting, and stewarding corporate and foundational funders to meet the organizational giving goal. They work with the Senior Director of Advancement to develop ...

Individual Giving Officer

By Aaron Martin posted 21 days ago
Project Success | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $75,000 - $85,000 We are looking for an Individual Giving Officer to join our team at Project Success. Project Success is a youth development nonprofit organization that helps students connect to their purpose. We work with more than 17,000 6th-12th grade students and their families annually and have more than 225,000 alumni around the world. Learn more at projectsuccess.org. The Individual Giving Officer is responsible for identifying, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors to meet the organizational giving goal. They work with the Senior Director of Advancement to develop fundraising plans, ...

Chief Development Officer

By Aaron Martin posted 21 days ago
Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies | Saint Paul, MN Salary Range: $90,000 - $100,000 POSITION SUMMARY The Chief Development Officer will develop and lead a comprehensive annual fundraising and communications strategy to advance GTCYS’ mission and expand philanthropic support. Key responsibilities include setting strategy, serving as a major gifts officer, and overseeing the development and communications team. This is a senior level position that reports to the executive director. This is an exciting opportunity to continue building on GTCYS’ positive fundraising momentum and success as the largest youth orchestra program in the country. The ...

Development Officer

By Aaron Martin posted 22 days ago
Children's Cancer Research Fund | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $63,100 - $71,800 Children’s Cancer Research Fund is a national nonprofit dedicated to ending childhood cancer. We fund transformational research with the greatest potential to bring better, safer treatments and cures to children with cancer. Our approach is unique – we fund research across the country, not just at one hospital or institution, and our funding priorities address health disparities, aggressive and relapsed cancers, and long-term health after cancer. We also help kids and families find community and amplify their stories as they navigate the difficult experience of cancer ...

Development Director

By Aaron Martin posted 25 days ago
Osprey Wilds Environmental Learning Center | Sandstone, MN Salary Range: $75,000 Osprey Wilds seeks an experienced, dynamic, and results-oriented Development Director to lead and expand Osprey Wilds’ fundraising efforts in support of its mission to inspire environmental stewardship. Established in 1968, Osprey Wilds is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit environmental learning center located in Sandstone, MN. As an accredited K-12 school, Osprey Wilds hosts thousands of K-12 students annually for multi-day experiences at its 780-acre campus. Working to instill a connection and commitment to the environment in people of all communities through experiential learning, ...

Cristo Rey Charleston High School - Founding Advancement Director

By Megan Williams posted 26 days ago
OUR MISSION At Cristo Rey Charleston High School, we believe that every student deserves access to a quality, college-preparatory education. We are building a mission-driven school rooted in opportunity, equity, and long-term success for our students. Cristo Rey Charleston High School is the 42nd Cristo Rey Model school in the United States and will open to students in August of 2027. The Cristo Rey Network of high schools delivers a career focused, college preparatory education in the Catholic tradition for students of all faiths with limited economic resources, uniquely integrating rigorous academic curricula with four years of professional ...

The Salvation Army - Development Director (Savannah Corps)

By Megan Williams posted 26 days ago
About The Salvation Army The Salvation Army is a faith-based, community-centered nonprofit serving individuals and families in need through shelter, housing, food assistance, youth programs, and crisis support. Our mission is to meet human needs in Christ’s name without discrimination. The Director of Development plays a key role in strengthening and expanding this mission across the Coastal Empire. Position Summary The Director of Development leads all fundraising efforts, donor relationships, and revenue strategies for The Salvation Army Savannah. This position oversees individual and corporate giving, foundation support, government grants, major gifts, ...

Advancement Operations Manager

By Aaron Martin posted 28 days ago
Project Success | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $55,000 - $65,000 We are looking for an Advancement Operations Manager to join our team at Project Success. Project Success is a youth development nonprofit organization that helps students connect to their purpose. We work with more than 17,000 6th-12th grade students and their families annually and have more than 225,000 alumni around the world. Learn more at projectsuccess.org. The Advancement Operations Manager is responsible for ensuring the Advancement team operations run efficiently and accurately. They oversee Raiser’s Edge and other systems and processes that support accurate data, informed ...