Development Director
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Community Health
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Executive Director at Organic Growers SchoolFull-Time Position: 37.5–40 hrs/week
Location: Hybrid – Remote and Asheville, NC-based with regional travel requirements.
Compensation: $52,270 annually + benefits (paid holidays, PTO, wellness stipend, flexible scheduling, and IRA contribution)
About Us
Organic Growers School (OGS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in the Southern Appalachians, we are empowering individuals and communities in Southern Appalachia to advance organic growing practices, strengthen local food systems, and promote food sovereignty in ways that nourish both people and the planet through accessible, peer-to-peer education and collaborative networks.
OGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. OGS does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, disability, medical condition, genetic information, age, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable workplace. However you identify, and whatever path led you here, we encourage you to apply.
Full-Time Position: 37.5–40 hrs/week
Location: Hybrid – Remote and Asheville, NC-based with regional travel requirements.
Compensation: $52,270 annually + benefits (paid holidays, PTO, wellness stipend, flexible scheduling, and IRA contribution)
About Us
Organic Growers School (OGS) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit based in the Southern Appalachians, we are empowering individuals and communities in Southern Appalachia to advance organic growing practices, strengthen local food systems, and promote food sovereignty in ways that nourish both people and the planet through accessible, peer-to-peer education and collaborative networks.
OGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. OGS does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religious creed, disability, medical condition, genetic information, age, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and equitable workplace. However you identify, and whatever path led you here, we encourage you to apply.
Position OverviewReporting to and partnering with the Executive Director and Advancement Committee, the Development Director will lead and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to grow and diversify revenue streams for OGS. This role is responsible for cultivating major donors, securing sponsor ships, and developing systems that support long-term financial sustainability for Organic Growers School.
The Development Director will work collaboratively across the organization to align fundraising with communications, events, programs, and community engagement. They will also play a key role in donor relations, corporate partnerships, and fundraising events.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Fundraising & Development
- Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive fundraising plan in collaboration with the Leadership Team, Staff, and Board
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward individual and major donors; manage donor relationships and recognition
- Grow OGS’s major gifts program; initiate monthly, annual, and planned giving programs
- Identify and research new funding opportunities, including grants, corporate sponsor ships, and donor prospects
- Maintain, track, and report on fundraising data, donor pipelines, and progress toward goals
Corporate Sponsorship & Donor Engagement
- Develop sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities for key events, programs, and organizational support
- Build and maintain strong relationships with business sponsors and funding partners
- Negotiate sponsorship agreements and contracts in alignment with…
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