Development Director

The Development Director leads all fundraising, revenue development, and capital campaign strategy for The Big We.

All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.

This role is responsible for securing the philanthropic, institutional, and investment resources needed to rebuild Clayborn Temple, strengthen the organization’s long-term financial health, and fuel programs across land development, cultural storytelling, community organizing, and entrepreneurial support.

This person will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and COO, guiding a comprehensive funding strategy that integrates major gifts, philanthropic partnerships, grants, corporate alliances, community giving, and mission-aligned capital.

They will steward donor relationships, expand The Big We’s regional and national funding networks, and build a system that supports multi-year revenue growth. xrlwcon

The ideal candidate is a senior development leader with capital campaign experience, strong political and philanthropic instincts, exceptional relationship-building skills, and the ability to translate and develop innovative fundraising strategies that align with The Big We’s vision and long-term goals.