HELP OUR KIDS HAVE A GREAT FUTURE! 

Join our professional team of leaders at Mission Support and help change the lives of Vancouver’s youth!

REPRESENTATION MATTERS! Candidates who identify as BIPOC, LGBTQ+, or represent diverse communities are highly encouraged to apply. Our youth deserve to see themselves reflected in our Clubs.

MISSION STATEMENT: To empower all youth, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens.

DEPARTMENT: Development & Communications 

LOCATION: Vancouver, WA (in-person) 

REPORTS TO: Director of Development & Communications 

CLASSIFICATION: Hourly Non-Exempt, Full-time

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

The Individual Giving Manager (IGM) plays a key role within our Development & Communications Department by focusing on donor acquisition, engagement, and retention. The IGM will manage and expand a portfolio of donors through personalized communications—both digital and in-person—building lasting relationships that drive giving and enhance the donor experience.

This role collaborates across departments to ensure fundraising efforts align with organizational goals, ultimately supporting the sustainability and growth of our youth development programs. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, has proven experience in donor relations and gift solicitation, and brings creativity and drive to engage supporters at all levels.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Secure Gifts

• Manage a portfolio of 75–100 individual donors and prospects with the potential to make annual gifts of $1,000–$10,000.
• Conduct personal visits with donors and prospects to cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts.
• Create and implement move management plans.
• Prepare written proposals, gift agreements, and other materials to define, secure, and document individual gifts.
• Successfully solicit gifts, negotiate gift terms, and ensure agreements are followed.
• Maintain and grow an annual pipeline of prospective donors for ongoing solicitation.

Identify, Cultivate, Solicit, and Steward Donors

• Partner with the Director of Development & Communications and Executive Director to identify, develop, and cultivate a significant prospect pipeline.
• Plan and implement donor events and activities (tours, receptions, friend-raisers), leveraging existing activities when possible.
• Participate in networking activities to generate prospects for cultivation.
• Ensure best-in-class donor stewardship.
• Support staff in cultivating and soliciting prospects and develop coordinated strategies for each donor.
• Support Social Ambassador Board (SAB) leadership with SAB strategy and plan.
• Coordinate with program staff to provide donors with impact updates.
• Coordinate donor recognition activities, ensuring alignment with fundraising goals.

Annual Fund Campaigns

• Lead BGCSW’s annual direct mail and online fundraising appeals.
• Assist in planning, promotion, and execution of key fundraising campaigns, such as the annual giving campaign and Day of Giving.
• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Manager to conceptualize and implement giving initiatives.
• Analyze campaign performance data and donor trends to inform strategy and improve outcomes.

Donor Administration

• Monitor weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual activity to achieve performance measures.
• Maintain accurate and complete donor communication records.
• Track and report relationship management activity using CRM tools.
• Prepare regular reports on individual giving and event activities.
• Monitor revenue and expenses related to the individual giving program.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• 3+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with a focus on individual giving.
• Passion for fundraising and supporting youth from under-resourced communities.
• Proven track record in donor engagement, relationship building, proposal development, and meeting fundraising goals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, project management, and time management skills.
• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills, with experience in developing funding proposals.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to work effectively with board members and leadership team members.
• Previous experience with CRM databases preferred.
• Experience with MailChimp preferred.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• $27.64 – $34.86 per hour, DOE
• 3 weeks paid time off (PTO) annually, plus 12 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• SIMPLE IRA with employer match
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

WORK LOCATION 

Mission Support Office – 5109 NE 82nd Ave, Suite 205, Vancouver, WA 98662

SCHEDULE 

Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours per week)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

BGCSW prohibits discrimination against current staff or applicants on the basis of sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), race, religion, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. BGCSW is an equal opportunity employer.

Please visit our website at www.mybgc.org for more information about Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington.

DISCLAIMER

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

CORE VALUES & CLUB CODE

PUT YOUTH FIRST. We are at our best and most impactful when we do right by the youth we serve.We make decisions with youth’s well-being at the center. We walk alongside youth and empower them to be the stewards of their path in life. We elevate the voices of kids, youth, families, and the communities who need us most. We examine our own biases and question our own assumptions to best serve youth. We check our ego at the door and think we (the collective effort) before me.

CARE DEEPLY & ENGAGE FULLY.We create impactful change by being fully present, engaged, and invested in contributing to strategy, perspective, and creativity.We approach interactions with kindness, compassion, and respect. We are brave and vulnerable, building safe and welcoming communities. We do not gossip. We talk to each other, not about each other. We care about ourselves so that we can be there for others. We strive to do the right thing every day, every time, and treat each day as a new opportunity.

FOLLOW THROUGH ON YOUR COMMITMENTS.Strong relationships built on trust drive change. We build trust with youth, families, each other, and the community by delivering on our promises.We do what we say we will do and are accountable to established expectations. We take responsibility for knowing the expectations and goals of our role. We avoid overpromising to ensure we can deliver while balancing competing priorities. We take responsibility when we can’t follow through, own our mistakes, and make amends to strengthen our community.

COMMUNICATE, COLLABORATE, & CLARIFY.Clear and consistent communication builds shared understanding and sets us up for success in support of youth. We deliver better services and solutions when people’s ideas are valued and heard.We set expectations that align with our vision, values, and core focus. We listen to understand and value different perspectives. We approach situations with openness, seeking the right answer together. We ask questions when we need clarity and provide clarity when needed.

EMPOWER & BE EMPOWERED.Our greatest assets are the unique abilities and perspectives of our people.We are resourceful and flexible, making things work when necessary. We value and seek feedback as an opportunity for growth. We choose courage over comfort by facing difficult tasks and conversations. We resolve conflicts quickly. We encourage and appreciate those who go above and beyond.