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Director of Development - Nashville Opera
Job Title: Director of Development
Job Description:
Reporting to the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Director of Development is a key member of the Nashville Opera development team responsible for designing and implementing a comprehensive annual giving and special gifts (Impresario Council) strategy that advances donor acquisition, renewal, and upgrades of gifts up to $25,000. The primary focus of this position is to cultivate, solicit and steward prospects and existing donors, upgrade targeted donors, and acquire new annual giving donors. The Director manages a portfolio of approximately 100 donors and prospects, focusing on cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding gifts that strengthen the major gifts pipeline and achieve ambitious annual fundraising targets. Drawing on a keen understanding of annual giving fundamentals, including special events, the Director fosters best practices and ensures that Nashville Opera is a leader in annual giving and stewardship as measured by total dollars, total participation, percentage participation, consistency of giving, and average gift size. The Director will lead the strategy for Impresario Council engagement, including membership growth, renewal, and stewardship initiatives, and will partner with the Development Associate to plan and co-host events. The Director will also support the cultivation and stewardship of mainstage production patrons and corporate sponsors, helping to align all fundraising activity with Nashville Opera’s strategic and artistic priorities.
Essential Responsibilities • Working with development leadership, determine annual giving goals, and develop strategic and operational plans to increase unrestricted revenue. • Manage a portfolio of approximately 100 assigned prospects giving between $2,000 and $25,000, with emphasis on donor upgrades and retention through face-to-face solicitations. • Co-design the strategy for Impresario Council engagement and growth with the CDO and implement that strategy through personal meetings, events, direct solicitations, and targeted renewal and acquisition campaigns. • Create and implement multi-channel annual fund solicitation and stewardship plans, including direct mail, email, and calling campaigns, in collaboration with marketing. • Collaborate with the Development Associate on the execution of Impresario Council donor stewardship and fundraising events. • Attend Nashville Opera performances and donor events, serving as a host for the Impresario Council Donor Lounge and other engagement opportunities that foster donor relationships. • Collaborate with the CDO on corporate solicitations and sponsorship strategies for programs and special events. • Draft select grant proposals for corporate and private foundation support and provide information and data to support government grant applications managed by external contractors. • Partner with the CDO to cultivate, solicit, and steward mainstage patrons whose gifts underwrite opera productions. • Develop relationships across Nashville Opera, including the executive management team and program staff, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the Opera’s programs and priorities and to integrate this information into appeals. • Maintain accurate records of donor activity in Tessitura and provide reports on revenue, engagement, and pipeline progress as requested by the CDO for the Development Committee and other meetings. • Oversee gift entry and acknowledgment processes executed by the Administrative Assistant, ensuring accurate and timely gift processing, reconciliation with accounting, and high-quality stewardship communications. • Build relationships with members of the Friends of Nashville Opera, cultivating and stewarding existing donors and partnering with them to identify and engage new prospective supporters.
Requirements and Qualifications • Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in frontline fundraising, annual giving, or related development work within a nonprofit setting; experience in performing arts or cultural organizations preferred. • Bachelor’s degree required. • Exceptional interpersonal skills with a proven track record of cultivating strong relationships with internal and external constituents and donors and creating effective partnerships with volunteers. • Proven success in cultivating, soliciting, and closing individual gifts, with a record of achieving or exceeding fundraising goals. • Well organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects on tight deadlines. Superior at multitasking with a high sense of purpose and urgency. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Experience with donor databases, preferably Tessitura, and comfort working with data analytics and performance tracking. Capable of tracking and monitoring data, identifying trends, and making recommendations for improvement. • Collaborative team player with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment to achieve results. • Commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable community where all people can thrive. • Ability to work nights and weekends as needed. Reports To: Chief Development Officer Collaborates Closely With • Development Associate (event logistics and execution) • Marketing Department (communications and donor engagement) • Administrative Assistant (gift entry, acknowledgments, and accounting reconciliation support) • Patron Services Manager (Tessitura reporting and audience segmentation) Direct Reports: None Compensation & Work Environment This is a full-time, exempt position with a competitive salary and benefits package, including the possibility of a limited hybrid work arrangement. Must live in Davidson or a surrounding county. Nashville Opera values equity, creativity, and collaboration, and seeks candidates who reflect the diversity of our community.
Salary Range:
75,000 - 85,000
How to Apply:
To apply: send a resume and cover letter to development@nashvilleopera.org by November 21, 2025
(11.05.2025)
Development Director- Songwriting with Soldiers
Job Title: Development Director
Job Description:
Mission: We transform lives by using collaborative songwriting to build creativity, connections and strengths. SW:S is an evidence-based program where creative professionals, trained in the SW:S program model and culture, provide a judgment-free place where participants connect to themselves, each other and their communities. SW:S is “neutral ground” for all -- SW:S is not military, religious, political, or a therapy intervention. SW:S programming currently includes: in-person, three-day weekend retreats, online workshops and collaborative songwriting sessions; and customized collaborative songwriting programs with veterans, active duty military and their families.
Position Overview: We are seeking a collaborative and dynamic Development Associate who is a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This role will focus on supporting our fundraising efforts through events, engaging major donors, planned giving, and developing comprehensive fundraising strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to our mission and a proven track record in development and fundraising.
Key Responsibilities: 1. Major Donor Engagement: ○ Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with major donors. ○ Work closely with the Board of Directors and provide support for board-led fundraising initiatives. ○ Develop personalized engagement strategies to increase donor retention and giving levels. ○ Prepare proposals and presentations for donor meetings. 2. Planned Giving: ○ Develop and implement a planned giving program to secure long-term support for SW:S. ○ Educate donors about planned giving opportunities and benefits. ○ Maintain records of planned giving prospects and donors. 3. Fundraising: ○ Implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy and identify trends and opportunities for growth for individual, foundation and corporate support. ○ Collaborate with the program team to create compelling fundraising materials. ○ Plan and execute fundraising events, ensuring they align with SW:S’s mission and goals. ○ Represent SW:S at community events and networking opportunities to raise awareness and build partnerships.
Qualifications: ● Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business, Communications, or a related field or equal work experience. ● Minimum of 5 years of experience in development and fundraising, communications/marketing experience is a plus. ● Strong organizational and project management skills. ● Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. ● Ability to work independently and as part of a team. ● Passion for the mission of SongwritingWith:Soldiers and a commitment to veterans’ issues. SongwritingWith: Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, age, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary Range:
75,000 - 80,000
How to Apply:
If you are a leader who believes in the power of music and storytelling to enhance and change lives; understands and can communicate the impact of creativity, connections and strengths to help others flourish; and meet our selection criteria below; please submit a letter of interest, salary requirements in the body of an email and attach your resume/CV as a separate document to HR@songwritingwithsoldiers.org.
(11.03.2025)
Vice President of Development - - Nashville Public Radio
Job Title: Vice President of Development
Job Description:
Join Nashville Public Radio — we are seeking a transformative Vice President of Development to lead, empower, and align a talented team of fundraising professionals. The Vice President of Development directs all philanthropic revenue strategy and development for Nashville Public Radio. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the VP serves as a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for building a sustainable, diversified revenue base to support the organization’s programming, independent journalism, music discovery, events, community building and public service mission. As an independent nonprofit, we serve as a civic anchor and cultural voice for our region. Nashville is a place of crossroads and dreams, a combination of small-town charm and modern metropolis. At Nashville Public Radio, we serve music lovers and news junkies with a local flavor that reflects Nashville’s creativity and ambition. Nashville Public Radio informs and inspires Middle Tennessee through trusted journalism, music discovery, and storytelling that connects our communities. The VP will work in close partnership with the six-person development team, including leaders in major and mid-level gifts, institutional giving, membership, and donor communications, to strengthen strategy, integration, and long-term revenue growth with an emphasis on cultivating Nashville’s new wealth sectors while stewarding longtime donors.
Salary Range:
150,000-170,000
How to Apply:
For a more detailed job description and application, please click or cut and past this link: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/df808766-ee16-48b6-a760-8f00bd54e480/Nashville-Public-Radio
(10.20.2025)
Fundraising Events Manager - Ascension Saint Thomas Foundation
Job Title: Fundraising Events Manager
Job Description:
The Fundraising Events Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing fundraising and donor engagement events designed to generate revenue, enhance donor relationships, and raise awareness of the organization’s mission. This position is a key member of the Ascension Saint Thomas Foundation’s fundraising team, implementing strategies to meet revenue targets while closely managing event expenses.
Job Responsibilities: -Lead fundraising strategy for Foundation’s three annual signature events: Good Health Golf Classic, Seton Celebration, and Rock the Cradle. -Manage and direct volunteer committees composed of community leaders who generously give their time and talent to support the organization’s fundraising event efforts. -Work with contracted consultants and event vendors to ensure financial success of Foundation events. -Collaborate with Foundation annual giving and major gifts staff to identify event supporters who have capacity and propensity to contribute to the organization’s mission beyond event attendance. -Implement donor relations/recognition activities. -Develop donor confidence and relationships through effective gift solicitation, processing and acknowledgement. -Support the development and implementation of tracking strategies for solicitation efforts and perform analysis of data for results. -Contribute to Mission effectiveness by promoting the spirit embodied in the Mission Statement: A. Service to the poor – Support the cause of those who lack resources for a reasonable quality of life. B. Reverence – Respect and compassion for the dignity and diversity of life. C. Integrity – Inspiring trust through personal leadership. D. Wisdom – Integrating excellence and stewardship. E. Creativity – Courageous Innovation. F. Dedication – Affirming hope and joy in our ministry. Benefits: Paid time off (PTO), Various health insurance options & wellness plans, Retirement benefits including employer match plans, Long-term & short-term disability, Employee assistance programs (EAP), Parental leave & adoption assistance, Tuition reimbursement, Ways to give back to your community
Salary Range: Median range is $77,500
How To Apply: Visit: jobs.ascension.org Search: Fundraising Events Manager
(10.09.2025)
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associate director of development - nephcure
Job Description: https://insperity.avature.net/careers/JobDetails?jobId=21183 Fully remote
Salary Range: $75,000 - $95,000
How To Apply: https://insperity.avature.net/careers/JobDetails?jobId=21183 Please use the link to apply.
(09.09.2025)
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