Development and Communications Director

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off

The Director of Development and Communications will be responsible for diversifying Cal-Wood’s revenue stream, strengthening our relationships with prospective supporters, and implementing our development plan. This includes major donor fundraising, corporate sponsor ships, in‑kind donations, foundation and government grants, long‑term capital fundraising, special events, and increasing our endowment. The position will also be responsible for developing upon our communications plan, illustrating our engagement and activities in the communities we serve.

This is a salary exempt leadership position that will assist the Executive Director and Board of Directors in strengthening fundraising, communications, and strategies, as well as helping with the direction of the organization.

Office

Location:

2282 Co Rd 87, Jamestown, CO 80455

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive, multi-year development strategy aligned with Cal-Wood’s strategic plan and long-term sustainability goals.
• Diversify and grow revenue streams including individual giving, major gifts, corporate partnerships, foundations, government grants, events, planned giving, capital campaigns, and endowment growth.
• Establish and manage annual and multi-year fundraising targets, benchmarks, and key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Develop and oversee fundraising budgets; monitor ROI for campaigns, events, and donor acquisition efforts.

• Build, manage, and actively steward a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, including cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies.
• Partner closely with the Executive Director and Board members to identify, prepare, and support them in donor engagement and solicitation efforts.
• Create personalized donor journeys, recognition strategies, and stewardship plans that reinforce long-term donor relationships.
• Oversee gift acknowledgements, donor reporting, and impact communications to ensure donors feel valued and informed.

• Serve as a key partner to the Board of Directors and the Development Subcommittee on fundraising strategy, donor engagement, and campaign execution.
• Train, coach, and support Board members in fundraising best practices, donor conversations, and relationship-building.
• Prepare regular development reports and dashboards for Board review, including pipeline updates and progress toward goals.

• Lead institutional fundraising strategy, including foundation, corporate, and government grants.
• Oversee grant prospect research, proposal development, submission calendars, compliance, reporting, and renewal strategies.
• Collaborate cross‑departmentally to gather program data, outcomes, and financial information needed for competitive proposals.
• Ensure accurate tracking of grant requirements, deadlines, and deliverables.

• Lead development and execution of an integrated communications and marketing strategy that supports fundraising, community engagement, and organizational visibility.
• Ensure consistent messaging, branding, and storytelling across all platforms, including print, digital, social media, email, and donor communications.
• Collaborate with program staff to translate impact, outcomes, and participant stories into compelling donor‑facing content.
• Act as a public ambassador for Cal‑Wood, representing the organization at community events, donor meetings, and networking opportunities.

• Oversee planning and execution of fundraising events, including Music and Moonlight, ensuring strong donor engagement, volunteer coordination, and financial performance.
• Develop sponsorship packages, underwriting opportunities, and event‑related donor cultivation strategies.
• Evaluate events annually and refine strategies to maximize net revenue and mission impact.

• Ensure effective use and integrity of fundraising and…