Director of Annual Giving

Company Description

Christian Living Communities (CLC) / Cappella Living Solutions (CLS) are dedicated to and known for shattering the stereotypes of aging services. Our team is revolutionizing senior living communities by breaking down barriers and embracing the wisdom, experience and vitality of our elders! In other words, we are working to create citizenship for all those who work and live in our Communities.


We welcome people of all beliefs, or non-beliefs, and we welcome and encourage people from all faiths and backgrounds to apply to our positions. At CLC - Cappella, we believe that a diverse workforce with a wealth of experiences and talents helps our entire organization through fresh ideas and perspectives, opportunities for innovation, and better practices. We believe that by honoring and celebrating our diversity, we create unity.

In some cases, the information in a job description may have skills that you are not sure are in line with your previous experience. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, and if you have valid licensure/certification (if required), please still consider applying with us. We have found that diversity of experience and skills, combined with a passion for working with older adults makes for an excellent team member. We are serious about providing equal pay for equal work, and post and hire within defined hiring salary ranges so you know what to expect!


We are also excited to have received the "Worlds Best Workplace" designation for 2025-2026 which came through our own Employee's positive feedback about our workplace!


Job Description

Director of Annual Giving

$82,300 - $90,000 / annually (+Bonus Potential)

Christian Living Communities

About the Role

Are you a storyteller who loves connecting people to a mission? Christian Living Communities is looking for a Director of Annual Giving to lead our fundraising efforts and build lasting relationships with donors who make our work possible.

You'll craft compelling appeals, manage donor data, and design strategies that grow giving year over year - all while working closely with our Communications, Philanthropy, and Finance teams.

What You'll Do

• Lead fundraising strategy - Build and run our annual giving plan, set goals, and manage a calendar of appeals, campaigns, and events across mail, email, digital, and social channels
• Write compelling content - Create donor-centered appeals, newsletters, acknowledgements, and event materials that tell our story and inspire giving
• Own donor data - Oversee the donor database and gift processing, ensuring records are accurate and financials reconcile with our Finance team
• Turn data into strategy - Analyze giving trends, retention, and campaign performance to sharpen future fundraising decisions
• Run events & grants - Plan fundraising events from budget to execution, and help manage our grant strategy and submissions
• Build relationships - Spend time in our communities getting to know residents, families, and team members

What We're Looking For

• Strong writer and communicator who can craft a compelling case for support
• Experience with donor databases, gift processing, and fundraising analytics
• A strategic thinker who's comfortable turning data into action
• Someone who thrives working across teams (Philanthropy, Marketing, Finance, and community leaders)
• Event planning and grant-writing experience is a plus

Why This Role

This is a chance to lead a growing annual giving program with real impact - helping fund the mission of Christian Living Communities while building genuine, lasting relationships with the donors who make it possible.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, philanthropy, public relations, marketing, business or a related field required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in annual giving, fundraising, donor relations, nonprofit development or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of annual giving best practices, including donor acquisition, retention, stewardship, segmentation, appeals, campaigns and fundraising events.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to create persuasive, audience-focused fundraising and donor communications.
• Strong fundraising database experience required; experience with Bloomerang or a comparable donor CRM preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to database accuracy and data integrity.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and other tools used to organize, analyze, and report fundraising and financial information.
• Strong project-management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, communications, events, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to set goals, measure results and adjust strategies based on performance and data.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with donors, residents, families, team members, organizational leaders, and community partners.
• Fundraising event planning and coordination experience preferred.
• Ability to work both strategically and hands-on in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Sits, stands, bends, and moves intermittently during working hours.
• Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 25 pounds intermittently.
• Must possess a Colorado driver's license in good standing. Job will require frequent travel in the Denver metro area and infrequently to other communities in Colorado.
• Work requires handling multiple projects and events simultaneously, prioritizing tasks.
• Frequently interacts with relevant stakeholders including team members, donors, vendors, mission partners, residents, and family members.

Additional Information

If you are considering a position at Christian Living Communities / Cappella Living Solutions, we have a wide range of benefits to consider! These may vary based on the status of the role (PT, FT, or PRN).


• Health Coverage

• Health Savings Accounts


• Retirement (with match)

• Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance

• Paid Time Off plan

We envision a warm and welcoming environment for all residents, team members, family members, and members of our communities - a place of belonging. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the interview process.

We ask all applicants to carefully review the hiring salary range for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range. This position will be accepting applications through 10/01/26. Job posting may close early due to volume of applicants.


All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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