Head of Nonprofit Development

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Are you a driven, creative leader with a proven track record of cultivating resources and stewarding relationships for mission-driven organizations? Do you thrive in a growing, grassroots, community-centered nonprofit? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic team advancing the disability-forward movement!

OSG (Our Stomping Ground) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating inclusive communities where adults with developmental disabilities can live full, connected, and self-determined lives. Through partnerships with affordable housing developers and a robust slate of social, educational, and wellness programs, OSG supports residents in building meaningful relationships and thriving in their communities. OSG has experienced steady, multi-year growth in both individual and institutional giving, reflecting strong community support and a proven model. Building on this momentum, OSG is prioritizing the growth of corporate partnerships as a core strategy for the next phase of fundraising and visibility. This role is responsible for creating and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy, stewarding donor relationships, leading grant development, and overseeing campaigns and events in support of our $2M budget goal. The Director of Development will work closely with the Executive Director, program staff, and the Board of Directors to strengthen existing revenue streams and develop new opportunities that increase visibility, deepen engagement, and support long-term sustainability.

Fundraising Strategy and Planning

Own the development budget and track performance toward goals.

Cultivate, steward, and solicit individual, corporate, and foundation donors.

Create compelling donor-facing materials, including appeals, cases for support, impact updates, and stewardship reports.

Grants and Institutional Giving

Research funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government.

Lead the preparation, writing, and submission of grant proposals.

Manage grant reporting, compliance, and stewardship of institutional funders.

Collaborate with program staff to gather data, stories, and evaluation materials needed for proposals and reports.

Plan and execute fundraising and cultivation events in partnership with staff and volunteers.

Support community-based engagement activities that build visibility and philanthropic support.

Data Management and Reporting

Use OSG’s CRM, Neon One, to manage donor data and track engagement, ensure accurate record-keeping, and maintain high standards of data integrity.

Provide regular development updates, dashboards, and reports to the Executive Director and Board.

Support Board members in their engagement with fundraising and donor outreach.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, grant writing, and securing charitable gifts.

Experience managing donor events and/or community engagement activities.

Excellent relationship-building, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.

Strong organizational and project management abilities; Comfortable using a CRM platform (Neon One experience a plus).

Experience in disability services, affordable housing, social services, or community-based nonprofit organizations preferred.

Ability to work hybrid with personal laptop with camera/mic, cell phone and internet.

This position is hybrid with on-site work in Northern Virginia. 401k retirement plan with employer match of up to 3.5% (eligible after 90 days)

11 paid federal holidays, 10 days of paid time off (PTO) for vacation, 5 days of sick-leave

A small, highly collaborative, caring team driven by inclusion, dignity, and belonging.

The opportunity to be part of leadership in a growing, community-based organization.

Please submit your resumé and a cover letter with “Development Director” in the subject line to View email address on click.appcast.io. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to those who submit by June 30, 2026.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, religion, ideology, national origin, disability, ancestry, marital status, military status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws. OSG is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and complies with federal and state disability laws to ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.