ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW

The mission of Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) is to open doors and advance lives from homelessness through homeownership by providing sustainable housing, supportive services, and education to the Larimer County community. We envision communities where everyone has opportunity and access to a stable home.

Since 1970, N2N has provided housing stability services to residents of Larimer County. Annually, we secure stable housing for thousands of local households by preventing homelessness and displacement, providing budget education, youth programs, homeownership education, and by operating affordable apartments for families and individuals. At Neighbor to Neighbor, we strive to create safe spaces where our neighbors are free to be their full, authentic selves. Staff members should believe in and adhere to N2N’s values of: Compassion, Empowerment, Innovation, Collaboration, Professionalism, Passion, Diversity, and Excellence.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Philanthropy Manager is responsible for executing all activities related to philanthropic giving for operating, capital and endowment funds. In partnership with the Executive Director and rest of the Philanthropy Team, the Philanthropy Manager provides leadership and management over N2N’s fundraising and outreach efforts. The Philanthropy Manager leads all aspects of outreach and fund development to secure funds in a variety of ways, including but not limited to: identifying prospective supporters, building and cultivating relationships, making direct requests to individuals, major gifts, annual campaigns, corporate partnerships and sponsorships, and leading efforts on fundraising events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and implement an annual Development Plan, in collaboration with the Executive Director and leadership staff, based on the needs of the organization.
  • Direct efforts to establish, cultivate and steward strong relationships with individual and corporate donors, including implementation of a donor recognition program, and timely and engaging communication with donors. Lead coordination of donor stewardship and cultivation events.
  • Create individual donor/prospect cultivation plans and cultivate and solicit major gifts and bequest/legacy gifts.
  • Actively seek opportunities for in-kind gifts, matching gifts, and other funding sources.
  • Support relationships with grantors and foundations.
  • Lead fundraising campaigns such as capital campaigns, planned giving campaigns, endowment campaigns, and annual year-end campaigns, providing direction to the Philanthropy Team, committees, Board, and volunteers as needed.
  • Direct N2N’s fundraising event efforts, including securing sponsorships and providing support and direction to N2N’s fundraising Ambassador/event committees.
  • Report fund development and grant progress through the completion of timely dashboard reports and donor reports.
  • Manage donor database, including reporting, creating donation forms, and ensuring accurate data entry.
  • Supervise the Philanthropy Team members (currently two direct reports).
  • Oversee N2N’s marketing and strategic communications efforts, including content creation, production of materials, and annual report.
  • Ensure N2N’s fundraising is conducted within the highest ethical and legal standards, comply with the Association of Fundraising Professionals’ code of ethics, and maintain confidentiality of all donor records.
  • Support N2N’s positive work environment by supporting coworkers, volunteers, clients, and partners.
  • Partner with other staff to achieve the organization’s mission and vision, providing program insights to N2N leadership and Board while also supporting positive team leadership and culture with focus on N2N values and strategic goals.
  • Supports and maintains an inclusive work environment, ensuring equitable service delivery, program access, and staff management.
  • Additional duties as required.

REPORTS TO:

Executive Director

STARTING SALARY RANGE:

$65,000 – $70,000

WORK MODEL (IN OFFICE, HYBRID OR REMOTE):

The position will be in the office two days per week, with remote work available for the rest of the week, as meetings and networking events allow. This position also requires availability for events outside the normal working hours, approximately 2-3 times per month.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field or at least five years of relevant experience.
  • Minimum five years of experience directly applicable to the primary work required.
  • Passion for the organization’s mission and initiatives.
  • Positive, energetic, and outgoing attitude with a strong work ethic.
  • Team-player mentality, and willingness and ability to adapt to changing scenarios.
  • Committed, strategic thinking, self-motivated with the ability to execute plans to move the organization forward.

BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, EAP, short and long-term disability, 401(k), and life insurance are available for all permanent employees after 30 days of employment. N2N offers paid holidays, and a generous Personal Time Off (PTO) policy, with hours accrued each pay period. After 30 days of employment, employees are eligible for 2 additional floating paid holidays.

To apply, please email your resume and a cover letter to Kelly Evans by 6/9/2025 at [email protected].