Executive Director - Carmel Library Foundation

The Carmel Clay Public Library Foundation is seeking an experienced Executive Director to lead fundraising, donor engagement, grant writing, and volunteer collaboration in support of the Carmel Clay Public Library (the “Library”). This role serves as the Foundation’s chief development leader and works closely with the Foundation Board, volunteer groups, and Library leadership to expand philanthropic support for the Library.

• Lead all fundraising and development efforts, including:
• Individual and corporate giving
• Major gifts and donor stewardship
• Annual campaigns and direct mail
• Grant research, writing, and reporting
• Planned and deferred giving
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors
• Build relationships with business leaders, community partners, and philanthropists
• Track donor activity, fundraising performance, and development metrics
• Work closely with the Foundation Board of Directors
• Support Board recruitment, onboarding, and engagement
• Collaborate with and support Foundation volunteer groups including the Library Guild, Friends, and Young Professionals groups
• Partner with volunteers to plan and execute fundraising, cultivation, and donor-recognition events

• Oversee fundraising and donor-engagement events such as luncheons, dinners, and campaign celebrations, especially the annual Guilded Leaf Evening Event and Luncheon
• Serve as a visible ambassador for the Foundation and the Library in the Community
• Promote awareness of the Foundation’s mission and fundraising priorities
• Develop relationships with the national publishing houses and authors in order to support Foundation book and author events

• Collaborate closely with the Library Director and staff
• Align fundraising strategies with Library priorities and funding needs
• Strengthen coordination between the Foundation and the Library

• Prepare materials and support Foundation Board meetings
• Assist with budgeting and financial reporting in partnership with the Treasurer
• Oversee donor records, reporting, and operational documentation
• Support part-time staff and payroll authorizations

Required

• 2+ years of professional fundraising or nonprofit development experience
• Experience with individual giving and corporate fundraising
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with nonprofit boards and volunteers
• Highly organized, relationship-focused, and results-driven

Preferred

• Familiarity with donor management software
• Budgeting or nonprofit finance experience
• Community engagement experience
• Grant writing and grants management experience

• Lead fundraising efforts for the highly respected and valued community asset of the Library
• Collaborate with dedicated volunteers and community leaders
• See tangible community impact from your development work
• Build long-term philanthropic relationships in a growing and engaged community