Description

Donor Engagement Officer

Camp Korey is seeking a passionate and relationship-driven Donor Engagement Officer (DGO) to help grow a high-impact major gifts program that fuels free life-changing experiences for children with life-altering medical conditions and their families. This role is responsible for building and deepening relationships with high-capacity donors, inspiring philanthropic investment, and driving significant revenue growth through thoughtful, strategic engagement.

The Donor Engagement Officer will manage a portfolio of current and prospective donors and play a critical role in expanding Camp Korey's community of supporters. As a key member of the Development team, the DGO partners closely with the Director of Development, Chief Executive Officer, and Board members to advance a culture of philanthropy and ensure donors experience the full impact of their support.

What You'll Do

Build and Grow Donor Relationships

Manage and strategically grow a portfolio of approximately 150–200 major donors and prospects
Cultivate meaningful, long-term relationships with individuals, families, and select corporate partners
Develop and execute personalized engagement strategies that align donor passions with Camp Korey's mission
Conduct regular donor meetings (both in-person and virtual), with a focus on deepening connection and increasing giving over time

Drive Revenue and Philanthropic Impact

Secure major gifts at the $5,000+ level, with a goal of raising $1M+ annually, and increasing revenue over time
Actively solicit gifts through compelling storytelling, clear communication of impact, and thoughtful asks
Identify and pursue opportunities for multi-year commitments, upgrades, and planned/legacy gifts

Deliver an Exceptional Donor Experience

Provide timely and meaningful stewardship, including updates, impact reporting, and recognition
Ensure every donor interaction reflects Camp Korey's values and creates a sense of connection, gratitude, and inspiration
Identify opportunities to engage donors more deeply, including events, site visits, and introductions to program impact

Strengthen Fundraising Strategy and Collaboration

Partner with Director of Development to refine and grow the major gifts program
Collaborate with the Chief Executive Officer and Board to support donor strategy and solicitations
Contribute to moves management strategy, pipeline development, and prospect identification
Work cross-functionally to align donor engagement with organizational priorities

Leverage Data and Systems

Maintain accurate donor records and activity tracking in DonorPerfect (or similar CRM)
Use data and reporting to monitor progress, prioritize efforts, and inform strategy

You'll Be Successful If…

You are deeply people-oriented and energized by building authentic, lasting relationships
You are a strategic thinker and self-starter who can manage a portfolio proactively and drive results
You are confident in engaging with and inspiring high-capacity donors
You communicate with clarity, warmth, and conviction — bringing Camp Korey's mission to life
You are organized and disciplined in managing donor plans, follow-ups, and goals
You embrace collaboration and enjoy working closely with leadership, colleagues, and board members

Qualifications

Work, volunteer, academic, and life experience are all acceptable
3–5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with a proven track record securing major gifts ($5,000+)
Demonstrated success managing a portfolio and meeting or exceeding revenue goals
Experience with planned giving conversations and/or multi-year commitments preferred
Proficiency with CRM platforms such as DonorPerfect (or similar)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High emotional intelligence and ability to build trust with a wide range of stakeholders
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred
Proven ability to build authentic, long-term relationships with donors, funders, board members, and organizational partners

Work Environment & Expectations

Full-time role based in a professional office setting, with regular donor meetings in the community
Local and regional travel required, with occasional evening and weekend commitments for events and donor engagement (50% Travel)
Requires the ability to attend outdoor events and navigate varying terrain at Camp Korey

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $68,000–$78,000 DOE
Medical insurance with 80% of the premium paid by Camp Korey for you AND 70% of your family premiums
Group rate dental insurance
401K with 100% match up to 4% of your salary
PTO starting at 18 days per year
Paid Holidays (10) + 2 Floating Holidays
LTD, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Bereavement & Hardship Leaves based on family of choice

Requirements

Valid driver's license
To ensure a safe and healthy environment for our campers, staff, and volunteers, applicants must provide immunization history, authorize a background check, and complete a drug screen test

Camp Korey is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

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