Chapter Blogs

The Citadel Foundation - Associate Director of Development, Collegewide Initiatives

By Megan Williams posted 4 days ago
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Associate Director of Development, Collegewide Initiatives, is part of The Citadel Foundation’s (TCF) development team and is dedicated to identifying, meeting, and qualifying prospects who have the potential to support the institution but have not yet been deeply engaged. The primary goal is to build a bridge between our constituents and The Citadel through face-to-face discovery visits. The position requires extensive travel throughout the United States. REPORTS TO: Associate Vice President for Development CLASSIFICATION: Exempt  SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE: Executes strategy to discover, identify, qualify, and solicit ...

Major Gift Officer

By Aaron Martin posted 4 days ago
International Institute of Minnesota  | Saint Paul, MN Salary Range: $76,000 - $83,000 Job Title: Major Gift Officer Department: Development/Administration Reports To: Development Director FLSA Status: Full-time; Exempt Salary Range: $76,000 - $83,000 Position Purpose: The Major Gift Officer plays a central role in establishing trusted relationships with our community of donors with an emphasis on soliciting and stewarding major gifts. This position offers an exciting opportunity to help refugees and immigrants find safety and fulfillment in their new lives through the growth of philanthropic support to the Institute’s mission. This is a new position, ...

Development Associate

By Aaron Martin posted 4 days ago
International Institute of Minnesota | Saint Paul, MN Salary Range: $51,000 - $56,000 Job Title: Development Associate Department: Development/Administration Reports to: Annual Giving Manager FLSA Status: Full-time; Exempt Salary: $51,000 - $56,000 Position Purpose: This position plays a key role in advancing the organization’s fundraising and engagement goals by supporting annual giving, special events, and donor stewardship. The Development Associate helps ensure the success of the annual giving program and the New Americans New Beginnings fundraising event, while also strengthening the Development team’s overall effectiveness through accurate donation ...

2026 Whitley lecture recap: Fueling the future of fundraising

By Andrew Miller posted 5 days ago
The Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey Leadership Center hosted fundraisers from across the state gathered for a critical look at the state of philanthropy. This year’s AFP-NJ Whitley Lecture, featuring  Nathan Hill and Erik Tomalis  of  Avid , unpacked real-time insights from their AI benchmarking universe of 1,000+ organizations to show exactly how philanthropy has shifted over the last four years.  The data was sobering but also revealed a path forward.  While fundraising revenue has grown by 5.6% since 2022, it is failing to keep pace with an 11.7% inflation rate , leaving many organizations running faster just to stay in place. However,  the data also ...

Development Director

By Aaron Martin posted 6 days ago
Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy | Saint Paul, MN Salary Range: $81,000 - $90,000 WHO WE ARE: The Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy has been the leading legal and scientific voice for Minnesota’s environment since 1974. To learn more about our history and programs, please visit mncenter.org. A nonprofit with offices in Saint Paul and Duluth, MCEA supports its employees through a commitment to a living wage, a good benefits package, and regular opportunities for professional growth and development. We value diversity, equity, an inclusive culture, and respect in the workplace. POSITION SUMMARY: The Development Director plays a critical ...

College of Charleston - Director of Parent & Family Giving

By Megan Williams posted 9 days ago
The Director of Parent & Family Giving leads the strategy for engaging parents and families of College of Charleston students in philanthropic support of the College. This role focuses on securing leadership annual gifts, strengthening the Parent Leadership Society, and building a long-term pipeline of parents who may become major and principal gift donors. Serving as the primary liaison for parent philanthropy across the Division of Institutional Advancement, the director collaborates closely with the Annual Giving, Alumni Engagement, and Regional Advancement Programs to ensure a coordinated, donor-centered approach to parent engagement and fundraising. ...

College of Charleston - Director of Development

By Megan Williams posted 9 days ago
The Director of Development (DoD) is a leader on the development team within the Division of Institutional Advancement. A successful DoD will be a proactive and collaborative member of this dynamic team and a champion for the College’s highest funding priorities as we continue to plan for its next campaign. One of the College’s core values is integrity, and the DoD will help foster a community that demonstrates respect for self, others and place. The DoD develops and manages key major donor relationships to secure gifts for the College’s top strategic priorities. The DoD aligns with the College’s School of Humanity and Social Sciences to secure and grow ...

Trident United Way - Legacy Giving & Endowment Officer

By Megan Williams posted 9 days ago
ABOUT TRIDENT UNITED WAY For 80 years, Trident United Way has united our community to create access to opportunities for all our region’s residents to thrive. Together, with our Tri-County change-seekers, we’re mobilizing a movement to lift up all our neighbors and colleagues to break the cycle of financial instability. ​ Our focus centers on ALICE® (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households – families who make more than the Federal Poverty Level but don’t earn enough to cover the rising costs of living. As ALICE households continue to grow, we’re working on bold, community-rooted solutions to support families in getting ahead when it is ...

FEATURED - Director of Foundation and Corporate Relations

By Aaron Martin posted 13 days ago
Northside Achievement Zone | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $ 106,324 - $125,088 Position Summary The Director of Foundation & Corporate Relations is a strategic relationship-builder, persuasive storyteller, and detail-oriented project manager who will help drive NAZ’s institutional fundraising strategy. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, this role is responsible for growing and sustaining partnerships with foundations, corporations, and government agencies that align with NAZ’s mission and long-term goals. This position leads the full institutional fundraising cycle—from prospect research and relationship strategy to proposal development, ...

FEATURED - Chief Advancement Officer

By Aaron Martin posted 13 days ago
Catholic Charities of the Twin Cities | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $ 192,000.00 - $232,000.00 Are you passionate about creating opportunities for people to thrive? Catholic Charities is the place for you! Chief Advancement Officer Elliot Park The mission of Catholic Charities Twin Cities is to serve those most in need and to advocate for justice in the community. Our programs for children, families, and adults serve more than 25,000 people every year. As the need for our services grows, Catholic Charities is working to adapt and respond with strategies that prevent poverty, meet basic needs in times of crisis, and create pathways to greater stability. ...

Senior Donor Advisor

By Aaron Martin posted 17 days ago
Greater Twin Cities United Way | Minneapolis, MN Salary Range: $110,000-$120,000 ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW For more than 100 years, Greater Twin Cities United Way has united changemakers, advocated for social good, and developed solutions to challenges no one can solve alone. Serving the nine-county Minneapolis–Saint Paul region, the organization brings together donors, volunteers, businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders to advance housing stability, food security, educational success, and economic opportunity. Through strategic partnerships, community engagement, and systems-level solutions, Greater Twin Cities United Way is helping build a future ...

FEATURED: Director of Development

By Aaron Martin posted 20 days ago
St. Cloud State University | St. Cloud, MN Salary Range: $54,344 - $116,608 POSITION PROFILE | DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT SUMMARY The Director of Development - Athletics will work to develop and facilitate relationships with internal and external entities to increase philanthropic support to the University. The Director of Development - Athletics works to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward prospective donors; coordinate activities to advance donor fundraising potential; and participates in ongoing stewardship activities. Much of the work involves face-to-face and virtual relationship management. The Director of Development - Athletics focuses ...

FEATURED: Local Business Sponsorship Manager

By Aaron Martin posted 27 days ago
KAXE | Grand Rapids, MN Salary Range: $47,000 - $54,000 ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW People-Powered Radio - KAXE is community-powered radio, rooted in the people, places, and stories that make northern Minnesota special. We go beyond the headlines to share voices, experiences, and events that connect and inspire our region. POSITION PROFILE | LOCAL BUSINESS SPONSORSHIP MANAGER SUMMARY Local Business Sponsorship Manager, under the supervision of the Development Director, will assist in securing sponsorship of radio programming, KAXE events, and initiatives across digital products and multimedia platforms. The new hire will ensure messages are ...

College of Charleston - Prospect Management Analyst

By Megan Williams posted 05-28-2026
The Prospect Management Analyst maintains large scale data modeling projects and wealth screenings and maintains the prospect pipeline within ongoing data hygiene projects. The analyst will work closely with assigned gift officers and conduct quarterly portfolio reviews and work with these officers to build out prospect lists for campus priorities. The position will provide information and insight to assigned gift officers and deliver consultative and analytical services including portfolio management, pipeline assessment and advancement analytics to support prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship efforts. Minimum Requirements: ...

Coastal Conservation League - Director of Advancement

By Megan Williams posted 05-28-2026
Summary: The Director of Advancement is a senior leadership position responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the mission of the Coastal Conservation League. This role oversees all development functions—including major gifts, institutional giving, annual fund, and donor engagement—while also providing input on strategic communications to elevate the organization’s visibility, influence, and impact. The Director of Advancement partners closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and program leadership to secure critical resources, strengthen donor relationships, and align messaging with policy ...

FEATURED: Manager - Donor Relations

By Aaron Martin posted 05-27-2026
Ecumen | St. Cloud, MN Salary Range: $85,000 - $95,000 ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Ecumen is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. POSITION PROFILE | MANAGER - DONOR RELATIONS SUMMARY The Manager – Donor Relations position is responsible for implementing and expanding fundraising efforts to support the Ecumen St. Benedict’s Communities in St. Cloud, Monticello, and Sartell. This position will be responsible for building a culture of philanthropy, implementing the annual ...

FEATURED - Major Gifts Officer

By Aaron Martin posted 05-26-2026
Minnesota Zoo Foundation | Apple Valley, MN Salary Range: $75,000-$85,000 ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW The Minnesota Zoo Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization committed to supporting the Minnesota Zoo’s mission to connect people, animals, and nature to save wildlife. By providing essential funding, the Foundation enables impactful initiatives that benefit conservation, education, and community engagement efforts. Partnerships with dedicated donors empower the Foundation to drive meaningful change locally in Minnesota and globally. POSITION PROFILE | MAJOR GIFTS OFFICER SUMMARY The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) is an integral ...

Membership Spotlight: Jon Cunningham, CFRE

By Martha Stone posted 05-26-2026
Jon Cunningham, CFRE Twin Cedars Executive Director AFP Member Since 2022 Why did you join AFP? I joined AFP to connect with my peers and to learn from others making a difference in our community through fundraising. What is the most exciting thing about the work you do at your current organization? I'm most energized by the work we do making the outdoors and the summer camp experience safe, welcoming, and accessible for populations who have not traditionally been included in those activities. Summer camp changes people's lives, and ALL people should have access to hose experiences, regardless of age, identity, or ability. ...

Development Operations Manager

By Aaron Martin posted 05-15-2026
Project Success  | Minneapolis, Minnesota Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 POSITION PROFILE | DEVELOPMENT OFFICER SUMMARY We are looking for a Development 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 Development Operations Manager is responsible for the systems, tools, and processes that support fundraising at Project Success. They manage the operational foundation ...

Clemson University - Senior Directors of Development

By Megan Williams posted 05-08-2026
Clemson University Senior Directors of Development Bryant Group is proud to partner with Clemson University in their search for dynamic development leaders to add to their University Development team. Clemson is seeking two Senior Directors of Development, one focused on the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business and one focused on the College of Engineering, Computing and Applied Sciences. These are exciting opportunities for seasoned advancement professionals to play a pivotal role in the philanthropic success of the two largest colleges as Clemson continues its Fiercely Forward: A Campaign for Clemson, launched in February of 2025. Senior ...