Director of Development

Job Description

Director of Development

Support+Feed

About Support+Feed

Support+Feed is an international nonprofit working to combat food insecurity and the climate crisis by accelerating the transition to a more equitable plant-based food system. Through meal programs, education initiatives, and cross-sector partnerships, we increase access to nourishing food while advancing just, resilient, and climate-forward solutions.

Position Summary

The Director of Development is a strategic leader responsible for building and scaling our philanthropic infrastructure to fuel organizational growth and deepen mission impact. This individual will design and execute an integrated development strategy that expands revenue, strengthens donor relationships, and positions Support+Feed for long-term sustainability. Working closely with the Executive Director, CFO, Board of Trustees, Founder, and Communications team, this individual will lead all aspects of philanthropy, including major gifts, foundation and corporate partnerships, campaigns, events and donor stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Growth

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• Develop and execute a multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with organizational goals.
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• Build and manage a diversified revenue portfolio spanning individual giving, foundations, corporations, events, sponsorships, campaigns, and planned giving.
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• Identify new funding opportunities and cultivate multi-year philanthropic partnerships.
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• Establish annual fundraising targets, monitor performance, and adjust strategy as needed.
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Donor & Partner Engagement

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• Manage a portfolio of major donors, foundation partners, and corporate sponsors.
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• Lead prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts for five-, six-, and seven-figure gifts.
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• Develop and execute strategic donor cultivation events, from mission-centered community experiences to intimate gatherings, that deepen relationships, engage prospective supporters, and advance major gift opportunities.
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• Partner with the Executive Director, Founder, and Board members on donor strategy and relationship management.
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Grants & Institutional Funding

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• Oversee foundation, corporate, and government grant strategy.
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• Manage external grant writers and consultants as needed.
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• Operationalize annual grant strategy and ensure timely proposal submissions, reporting, grant management, compliance, and fund tracking in partnership with Finance and Programs.
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Communications & Stewardship

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• Partner with Marketing and Communications to translate program outcomes, community stories, and climate impact into compelling donor narratives that inspire engagement and philanthropic investment. Collaborate to develop compelling digital fundraising campaigns and impact reports.
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• Oversee donor acknowledgement process and recognition initiatives.
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• Leadership & Operations
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• Lead and strengthen development systems, processes, and metrics.
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• Ensure a consistent donor-centered stewardship strategy across all giving levels
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• Collaborate with Finance to reconcile contributions and support revenue forecasting.
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• Partner with the Board of Trustees to strengthen board engagement, expand philanthropic networks, and build a culture of shared responsibility for fundraising success.
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• Oversee CRM strategy, donor data integrity, pipeline reporting, and fundraising analytics.
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Qualifications

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• 7+ years of progressively responsible nonprofit fundraising experience, including major gifts and institutional funding.
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• Demonstrated success securing and stewarding significant philanthropic investments.
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• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
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• Experience managing donor databases, fundraising analytics, and CRM systems.
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• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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• Passion for Support+Feed's mission and commitment to equity, sustainability, and community impact.
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Preferred Experience

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• Experience with national fundraising programs for multi-channel campaigns.
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• Experience working with boards, high net-worth individuals, corporate partners, and family foundations
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• Experience fundraising for climate, sustainability, food systems, food security, or other mission-driven organizations strongly preferred.
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• Familiarity with Bonterra / EveryAction, Airtable, Google Workspace, Slack and related fundraising technologies.
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Salary and Benefits

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• Hours: Full-time, Exempt
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• Salary Range: $100,000–$125,000 (Your base pay is dependent upon your skills, education, qualifications, professional experience, and location).
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• Location: Remote (with preference for NYC, Atlanta, Chicago, or Nashville, or other anchor cities including Detroit, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Virginia Beach, New Orleans, or Los Angeles)
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• Benefits: Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement (QSEHRA), Access to 403b retirement plan, Remote Work Stipend and Equipment Policy, Flexible paid time off plus 13 national holidays.
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Support+Feed is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.