Director of Development

Director of Development - SLC KVC (Hybrid) | St. Louis, MO l Full-Time | Schedule: Hybrid, with minimum 3 days in office

Are you a passionate fundraising leader ready to make a real impact in children's mental health? Join KVC and help drive life-changing support for our new children's mental health hospital and outpatient services in Webster Groves, MO.

Why Join KVC?
At KVC, we believe the heart of our work is helping people. You'll be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to improving the lives of children and families through compassion, innovation, and collaboration.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and execute strategic fundraising initiatives (individual, corporate, foundation giving)
• Manage a portfolio of ~150 donors
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts
• Build meaningful, long-term donor relationships
• Partner with leadership and foundation teams to drive impact
• Support events, donor tours, and major campaigns
• Meet and exceed fundraising goals while strengthening donor engagement

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree, Master's degree (preferred)
• 3-5+ years of successful fundraising experience (major gifts & corporate sponsorships)
• Experience with donor databases (Raiser's Edge highly preferred)
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills
• Proven ability to work with high-net-worth individuals and executives
• Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities
• Passion for KVC's mission

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license & auto insurance
• Ability to work occasional evenings/weekends
• Hybrid schedule (3 days in office)

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Meaningful, mission-driven work
• Collaborative and supportive culture
• Opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives
• Wellness benefits including health screenings & mental health support

Make a Difference
This is more than a fundraising role-it's an opportunity to help transform the future of children's mental health care.

Apply today and be part of something bigger.