Director of 1850 Fund

The Director of the 1850 Fund is responsible for leading the strategy and execution of storytelling-based fundraising initiatives that cultivate strong connections with key stakeholders and drive philanthropic support for Frederick Gunn School’s annual giving program, The 1850 Fund. This role operates at the intersection of marketing, fundraising, and relationship management and is well-suited for an innovative and strategic professional with experience in donor engagement and annual giving.  It involves strategic planning, program implementation, gift cultivation and solicitation, volunteer management, alongside programming strategies of on-campus and off-campus events. 

This individual will lead a comprehensive and data-informed approach to annual fund strategy, emphasizing constituent segmentation, engagement, and donor retention. The successful candidate will bring knowledge of current and emerging trends in annual giving, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across departments in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Occasional regional travel, as well as evening and weekend work, will be required.