Director of Major Gifts at Valley of the Sun YMCAYMCA of the USA

Under the direction of the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Director of Major Gifts provides leadership and develops strategy for the association major and planned giving program. Partnering with the association financial development team and branch operations, raises funds, develops, implements, and evaluates the branch component of the association major and planned giving program. Provides counsel to branch leaders on individual, business and private foundation prospects, branch capital campaigns and fundraising training. Assists with board development and management of branch board volunteers to position the YMCA as a “charity of choice” within the local community. Plays an important role in ongoing consultative support for branches and branch volunteer leadership in philanthropy.