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Organization:Circle Center Adult Day Services

Date Posted:March 11, 2026

Classification: Salaried, Full time, exempt 

Reports to: Senior Director of Development and Marketing

Job Description

Summary/Objective

The Development Associate is a proactive, detail-driven professional who supports the Senior Director of Development & Marketing in all aspects of donor stewardship, database management, gift processing, and fundraising operations. This role ensures accurate, timely donor data, excellent donor service, and smooth administrative support for fundraising campaigns, events, and grant activities—enabling the organization to build strong donor relationships and achieve revenue goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily donor communications across phone, email, website inquiries, postal mail, and in-person contacts; respond promptly and professionally.
• Accurately enter and reconcile gifts, pledges, recurring donations, event registrations, and support-group attendance in the donor database within established timelines.
• Verify data quality, resolve discrepancies, research issues in financial and database systems, and escalate unresolved items to the Senior Director.
• Prepare weekly deposits, complete deposit slips and check copies, and submit documentation to accounting; produce periodic reconciliation reports.
• Maintain and update donor demographic and contact information; tag and segment records to support targeted solicitations and stewardship.
• Support development workflows: prepare mailing lists, generate acknowledgment letters and tax receipts, and assist with donor cultivation materials and campaign communications.
• Provide administrative support for grant preparations (document collation, tracking deadlines, and internal coordination) as directed.
• Assist with planning and on-site coordination for fundraising and stewardship events; attend occasional evenings and weekends as required.
• Perform additional duties assigned to support the Development and Marketing goals in the strategic plan.
• Manage volunteer inquires and work directly with Program Director to onboard Center volunteers.

Essential Functions

• Timely, error-free donor entry and reconciliation.
• Accurate gift and pledge coding consistent with organizational policies and timelines.
• Weekly deposit processing and financial documentation for accounting.
• Routine reporting and data pull for development and finance.
• Problem-solving and research using various database applications.

Core Competencies

• Integrity and professionalism
• Clear communication and interpersonal skills
• Team collaboration and adaptability
• Accountability and dependable follow-through
• Curiosity and continuous learning mindset
• Strong customer-service focus

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of computer work
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. at a time. 

Required Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience in nonprofit development, donor services, or related fundraising operations.
• Associate’s or BA in Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, Communications, or related field preferred.
• Strong competency with donor database management system(s) (experience with Bloomerang preferred).
• Proficient with MS Office (Excel), email systems, and comfortable learning new database and CRM tools.
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational and time-management skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and a customer-service orientation.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability, follow-through, and confidentiality with donor information.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends for events.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary Range

$53K-$55K based on experience.

EEO / AA Statement

Circle Center provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Circle Center complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Please submit a cover letter and resume to Human Resources at HR@circlecenterva.org

Organization:The Salvation Army of Charlottesville

Date Posted:March 5, 2026

Location: Charlottesville, VA

Salary Range: $90,000–$100,000

The Salvation Army of Charlottesville is seeking an experienced, strategic Director of Development to lead a comprehensive fundraising program during a period of significant growth, including a transformative $28 million capital campaign that will expand services and deepen impact across the community.

This role is ideal for a seasoned fundraising professional—driven by purpose and integrity—who excels at revenue growth, donor stewardship, and leadership in a mission-focused organization serving its local community.

WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

This role is designed for an experienced fundraising leader who brings a proven track record in managing comprehensive development programs. The ideal candidate is comfortable stepping into an existing operation and leading strategy and execution from day one. Success in this role requires comfort working within a well-defined organizational structure, including approval processes, policies, and reporting requirements, while still driving strong fundraising results.

WHY THIS ROLE

The Salvation Army is one of the most trusted nonprofit organizations in the world. For 114 years, The Salvation Army of Charlottesville has served the community by directly supporting individuals and families in need. Its work includes emergency assistance to help people remain housed, shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness as they work toward stable housing, food access, utility assistance, case management, and other programs that help community members not only survive but thrive. The current capital campaign—now more than 50% toward its goal—represents a pivotal investment in the future of these essential services and the community they serve.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising Leadership

·        Create and implement a comprehensive annual development plan in partnership with the Corps Officer and Divisional Development Director, setting clear revenue goals and strategies

·        Increase overall fundraising revenue annually in alignment with approved plans and campaign priorities

·        Manage and grow a personal portfolio of 20 to 30 corporate, foundation, and individual major gift prospects using moves management best practices

·        Meet or exceed an annual personal major gift goal approved by leadership

·        Develop and manage timelines for fundraising initiatives to ensure timely execution

·        Coordinate and secure in-kind donations

Capital Campaign & Major Gifts

·        Partner with campaign consultants and leadership to bring the $28 million capital campaign to a successful close

·        Cultivate and steward major donors with thoughtful engagement strategies

·        Record and track all donor interactions and gifts in Blackbaud CRM in a timely and accurate manner

Grants & Corporate Giving

·        Identify and pursue grant opportunities in collaboration with regional leadership

·        Prepare and submit grant proposals, United Way applications, and required reports

·        Maintain positive relationships with funders and community partners

Direct Mail & Annual Giving

·        Provide oversight of the direct mail program, including calendar planning, vendor coordination, review of appeals, and performance analysis

·        Ensure timely and accurate acknowledgments and donor communications

·        Monitor fundraising trends and adjust strategies to improve performance

·        Participate in divisional collaboration to strengthen program effectiveness

Donor Care & Stewardship

·        Lead a comprehensive donor care strategy to increase retention and long-term engagement

·        Ensure timely receipting, acknowledgments, and pledge reminders

·        Maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and hygiene of donor records in Blackbaud CRM

·        Respond promptly and professionally to donor inquiries

Marketing & Communications

·        Develop and implement a marketing and communications plan that elevates awareness of fundraising initiatives and campaign progress

·        Produce newsletters, press releases, and an annual report

·        Manage website and social media updates related to development

·        Represent The Salvation Army at civic, church, and community events

Events & Community Engagement

·        Oversee planning and execution of special events and seasonal campaigns

·        Engage volunteers in development-related initiatives

·        Support Advisory Board committees related to development, marketing, and community relations

Leadership & Administration

·        Supervise and develop one to three staff members

·        Prepare and manage the annual development budget

·        Monitor revenue and expense reports and provide regular updates to leadership and the Advisory Board

·        Ensure compliance with Salvation Army policies and ethical fundraising standards

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

·        Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field

·        Five years of progressively responsible experience in a comprehensive development program

·        Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

·        Valid driver’s license required

·        CFRE preferred

BENEFITS

·        Paid Time Off

·        Retirement savings plan available

·        Health insurance

·        Voluntary life insurance and additional benefits

APPLY NOW
Apply today to become part of an inspiring organization where your work truly matters.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until March 20, 2026. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply at their earliest convenience.

Arthur Alley Search Solutions is managing this search; all questions and nominations can be directed to Claire (at) ArthurAlley (dot) com.

Organization: Sentara RMH Foundation

Date Posted:March 3, 2026

Location: Harrisonburg, VA

Status: Regular Full-time

Job Overview

The RMH Foundation is seeking a collaborative, relationship-driven fundraising professional to help strengthen philanthropy supporting healthcare across the Shenandoah Valley. This role leads key annual giving and donor engagement efforts, including donor communications, stewardship, direct mail and digital fundraising strategy, and initiatives such as employee giving, peer-to-peer fundraising, and community-based fundraising. We are looking for someone who values building genuine relationships with donors and colleagues and who wants their work to have a direct impact on patients and families in our region. Candidates with approximately five years of experience in fundraising, sales, marketing, or related fields are encouraged to explore the opportunity. 

Salary range: $79,497 - $132,496.

To view the full position description and application details, please visit: https://www.sentaracareers.com/job/22998852/special-projects-director/

Those who are interested or simply curious are also warmly invited to reach out directly for an informal conversation before applying.

Contact: Cory Davies, Executive Director, RMH Foundation Email: CRDavies@Sentara.com 

Organization: Cardinal News

Date Posted: Feb 9, 2026

Reports to: Chief Revenue Officer (with close collaboration with the Executive Director and Board Development Committee)

Location: Southwest/Southside Virginia (hybrid with office in Roanoke)

Status: Full-time, exempt

Position Summary

As Cardinal News prepares to expand its coverage across the Roanoke Valley, New River Valley, Southside, and far Southwest, philanthropic investment will be essential to supporting additional reporters and deepening enterprise journalism. The Major Gifts Officer (MGO) will help drive $600K-$1 million in new major gifts revenue over three years by building relationships with donors whose ties to specific communities, issues, and zones make them natural partners in Cardinal’s growth. An understanding of the region’s cultural and economic dynamics — and the ability to translate local journalism into compelling cases for support — will be central to the MGO’s success.

Cardinal News is moving from strong early-stage growth to long-term financial maturity. Cardinal News in four years has built a strong membership program and is now ready to build on those successes with a Major Gifts Program.

The Major Gifts Officer will design, build, and execute a major gifts program through cultivation and stewardship of individuals and families capable of making gifts of $5,000 and above. This role is central to ensuring the long-term sustainability of Cardinal News as it expands enterprise and place-based journalism across Southwest and Southside Virginia. The MGO will manage a growing portfolio of prospects and donors, working closely with the Executive Director, Chief Revenue Officer, Board members, and development colleagues to deepen relationships rooted in shared commitment to independent, nonpartisan local journalism.

The ideal candidate is a relationship-builder who understands philanthropy as partnership, is comfortable working both across a large rural region and in Virginia’s economic centers. Most importantly, the MGO will be able to translate Cardinal News’ impact into compelling cases for support tailored to donors’ interests in specific zones, issues, or projects.

Key Responsibilities

Major Gifts Strategy & Execution

• Build and manage a portfolio of 75–125 major gift prospects and donors, prioritized through wealth screening and engagement data.
• Develop and implement individualized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies for each prospect.
• Actively solicit major gifts through in-person meetings, events, and virtual engagement, with clear annual revenue targets.
• Partner with the Executive Director and Board members on donor strategy, joint visits, and solicitations.

Donor Cultivation & Stewardship

• Build authentic, long-term relationships with donors grounded in Cardinal News’ mission, values, and journalistic impact.
• Design meaningful stewardship practices.
• Collaborate with editorial leadership to connect donors with reporting projects, zones, or issue areas aligned with their interests—while maintaining strict editorial independence.
• Help establish systems and best practices for a mature major gifts program, including donor tracking and reporting.
• Assist in developing planned giving and legacy giving strategies over time.
• Contribute to planning for special initiatives, newsroom expansion, and multi-year growth priorities.

Collaboration & Culture

• Work closely with the Membership Manager and other members of the development team to ensure a coordinated donor experience.
• Participate in organization-wide planning and help foster a culture of philanthropy across Cardinal News.
• Support Board Development Committee activities related to major gifts and individual philanthropy.

You Should Have

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in major gifts fundraising or related philanthropic roles, preferably in journalism, nonprofit media, education, or mission-driven organizations.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and closing five- and six-figure gifts.
• Strong relationship-building, listening, and communication skills.
• Comfort with travel across a large geographic footprint and with community-based fundraising.
• Experience using donor databases, wealth screening tools, and CRM systems.
• Alignment with Cardinal News’ mission of independent, nonpartisan journalism serving rural and underserved communities.

Preferred Attributes

• Familiarity with Virginia philanthropy or rural/regional fundraising.
• Experience working with boards and senior leadership in fundraising.
• Appreciation for journalism’s role in democracy and civic life.

About Cardinal News

Cardinal News is a nonprofit digital news organization serving communities in Southwest and Southside Virginia. We were founded in the fall of 2021 to report the untold stories of these regions and strengthen the voices of the people in our communities who have been sidelined in the commonwealth’s political, economic and cultural conversations — simply because of where they live.

We were named Startup of the Year by the Institute for Nonprofit News in 2021, and LION Business of the Year by LION Publishers in 2025. We are continuing to grow rapidly, with expansion projects underway to deepen our reporting and broaden our local news network to better serve our communities.

We want our team members to feel supported in their work. We budget for training, travel, and the tools necessary to produce and support strong journalism. Our benefits include:

• Competitive pay
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Contributions to health savings accounts
• A matching 401(k) plan
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• A collaborative, mission-driven team

We Value Diverse Perspectives

Cardinal News is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by law.

We also recognize that not all candidates will check every single box. If you have most of the qualifications listed above and are passionate about stewardship, accountability journalism, and serving rural communities, we would love to hear from you.

To Apply

Send a resume and a letter telling us why you are interested in working with Cardinal News and how you would approach building a new Major Gifts Program to jobs@cardinalnews.org.

The salary range for this position is $75,000 to $95,000, depending on experience.

Organization: Cardinal News

Date Posted: Feb 9, 2026

Reports To: Executive Director

Direct Reports: Director of Development, Membership Manager, Sponsorship Managers, Revenue Operations Support (and future revenue staff)

Location: Southwest/Southside Virginia (hybrid with office in Roanoke)

Status: Full-time, exempt