Director of Development, Partnerships Philanthropy

Position Summary

Katy Christian Ministries (KCM) serves as a critical safety net for our community, distributing ~2 million pounds of food annually, providing $300K in emergency financial aid to veterans and others in need, and offering life‑saving advocacy and counseling for veterans and survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. After a season of internal focus, we are entering a "Year of Restoration."

We are seeking a visionary leader to rebuild historic bridges, forge new corporate alliances, and secure the resources necessary to sustain our massive community impact.

• Individual & Major Gifts:
  Identify, cultivate, and solicit a portfolio of 100+ major donors. Move supporters through a pipeline from transactional giving to transformational legacy gifts.
• Corporate Partnership Launch:
  Execute KCM’s first ever Corporate Giving Program. Secure sponsor ships for the food center, social services, and crisis programs by aligning with local business Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) goals.
• Church Reengagement:
  Serve as the primary liaison to the faith community. Systematically visit local congregations to renew relationships, provide impact reports, and re‑establish KCM as a preferred mission partner for tithing and local outreach.
• Revenue Synergy:
  Partner with the Thrift Store Managers ($1.5M annual revenue) to convert high‑volume shoppers into mission donors and corporate clothing drive partners.

• Grant Lifecycle:
  Lead the research, writing, and submission of high‑level proposals for government (local/state/federal), foundation, and corporate grants.
• Programmatic Compliance:
  Ensure all grant‑funded initiatives meet rigorous reporting requirements and outcome milestones.

• Narrative Ownership:
  Act as the lead spokesperson to address KCM’s pledge of consistent communication and transparency. Craft a narrative that highlights current initiatives, stringent board oversight, and the tangible lives changed today.
• Multi‑Channel Appeals:
  Oversee the creation of the Annual Report, digital giving campaigns, and direct mail appeals that tell the story of the 2 million pounds of food and thousands of families served.

• Professional
  
  Experience:
  
  7+ years of progressive fundraising experience in a nonprofit setting, with a proven track record of closing five‑ and six‑figure gifts.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Expert proficiency in CRM software (e.g., Raiser’s Edge NXT, Bloomerang, or Salesforce) for donor segmentation and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Communication:
  Exceptional written communication skills, public speaking skills, and the ability to articulate a faith‑based mission to both secular corporate boards and denominational leadership.
• Integrity & Resilience: A "thick skin" and high emotional intelligence. You must be comfortable addressing past organizational failures to build future trust.
• Fundraising Success:
  Demonstrated success in securing $1.5MM+ in annual grant funding and $1.75MM+ in annual individual, church, and corporate donations in the near term.

• Salary Range: $75,000 – $85,000 annually, commensurate with experience.
• Bonus Structure:
  Eligibility for an annual performance‑based bonus (up to 20%) based on meeting defined revenue and relationship‑restoration milestones.

Katy Christian Ministries is an Equal Employment Opportunity organization. Employees are subject to background check and drug screening as mandated by company policy.

Candidate is subject to sitting for long periods of time and physical movement such as walking and bending. The candidate must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.