Director of Philanthropy - Valeo Resources, LLC

Valeo Resources has partnered with a non-profit substance abuse/mental health organization. We are currently seeking candidates for a full-time Director of Philanthropy to join the team in South LA!

The Director of Philanthropy will be part of a small but mighty team, working in a fast paced environment with a tight knit team. Looking for someone who is a team player, but willing to be the sole SoCal representative and lead responsible for developing and building positive relationships and implementing communication strategies that continuously cultivate these relationships with individual and corporate donors in Southern California. As an integral member of the Philanthropy and Marketing team, s/he will research, do outreach and continually grow our base of sponsors and donors. This position is remote unless face to face solicitations, donor tours, events, etc. required.

This individual would need to be a self-starter, motivated to inspire our LA board members, our donors, Client leaders and their community to get involved and engaged philanthropically. Comfortable networking and sharing about our work with new audiences, and bringing a new cadre of donors into the fold.

Responsibilities:

• Establish, maintain and manage a portfolio of approximately 150 high net-worth individuals, families, and private foundations from identification to cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.
• Make direct, face-to-face solicitations, and assist the board and other staff with their solicitation (e.g. provide portfolio development support, strategic counsel, and help with donor communications).
• Consultation with the VP of Philanthropy and Events Manager, create and supervise implementation of targeted events for prospects and donors. This may include ticketed events, small donor dinners or other formats that will motivate, engage and educate prospects and donors.
• Create, develop and lead fundraising events for our LA based programs. Develop and lead the event committee and lead and make asks in order to raise individual and corporate sponsorships.
• Ensure donor acknowledgement, stewardship and public recognition, as appropriate.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree, Graduate Degree preferred.
• At least five years (eight or more preferred) combined experience in donor relations, with strong connections to the LA/Southern California philanthropic community.
• Familiarity with donor management data base systems, and ability to research necessary information on prospects.
• Ability to successfully and effectively represent HealthRIGHT 360 and merged agencies in diverse forums and maintain a broad spectrum of relationships with donors and potential donors.
• Ability to build a donor base.

Benefits offered:

• Robust benefits package, including PTO, 15 paid holidays, commuter benefits, retirement plans, and more!
• Employees qualify for public loan forgiveness programs
• Training and professional development opportunities

Please send your resume to Aubrey at abrooks@valeoresources.com to learn more about the position and interview process!