Development Director Goals and Objectives Examples
Increase funding sources by 25% within the first year.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with major donors.
Implement a donor recognition program to increase donor retention.
Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan.
Develop and manage fundraising events that generate $100,000 or more.
Expand the organization's grant portfolio through prospect research and proposal writing.
Plan and execute a successful capital campaign.
Develop and implement a stewardship plan to ensure donor satisfaction.
Build and maintain relationships with community leaders and stakeholders.
Represent the organization at community events and meetings.
Draft press releases and other communications materials for media outlets.
Increase social media engagement by 50%.
Strengthen the organization's brand and messaging.
Identify areas of growth and expansion for the organization.
Create marketing materials to promote the organization's mission and programs.
Develop and deliver presentations about the organization's programs to potential partners and donors.
Strengthen relationships with current corporate sponsors.
Explore new opportunities for corporate partnerships.
Develop strategies for engaging board members in the fundraising process.
Increase board giving by 15%.
Provide training for staff and volunteers on fundraising best practices.
Create a volunteer recognition program to increase engagement.
Establish a legacy society for planned giving donors.
Organize a series of donor cultivation events.
Develop and manage a database of donors and prospects.
Conduct regular donor research to identify potential major donors.
Create a monthly newsletter to keep donors informed of the organization's progress.
Streamline gift processing procedures to improve efficiency.
Ensure compliance with all relevant fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
Develop and oversee an annual fundraising budget.
Collaborate with program staff to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals.
Review and update policies and procedures related to development activities.
Hire, train, and manage development staff as needed.
Foster a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization.
Establish a grateful patient program for healthcare organizations.
Develop relationships with foundations to secure grant funding for healthcare initiatives.
Coordinate logistics for fundraising events, including venue, catering, and entertainment.
Evaluate event success metrics and make adjustments as needed.
Manage vendor relationships related to development activities, including printers and mail houses.
Research new fundraising tools and technologies to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Work collaboratively with finance staff to reconcile donations, prepare financial reports, and track revenue projections.
Ensure timely acknowledgement of donations from all sources.
Stay up-to-date on fundraising trends and best practices through professional development opportunities.
Create an endowment fund to provide long-term financial stability for the organization.
Secure government funding opportunities for specific programs or initiatives.
Develop a system for tracking donor engagement levels.
Maximize matching gift opportunities through partnerships with corporations.
Work with marketing team to create targeted fundraising campaigns.
Form strategic partnerships and sponsorships that enable marketing reciprocity.
Leverage online giving platforms to increase donations.
Utilize data analysis to optimize fundraising campaigns.
Establish large-scale donation drives around holidays or other community events.
Connect donors with volunteer opportunities that align with their passions.
Cultivate relationships with industry influencers.
Seek out opportunities for public speaking engagements.
Work closely with CEO to develop short- and long-term development goals.
Actively participate in board meetings as it relates to development updates.
Attend networking events regularly.
Conduct thorough prospect research when seeking out new donors.
Encourage existing donors to recruit others through referral campaigns.
Leverage technology to create an efficient stream of communication with donors.
Develop unique giving options such as planned giving or recurring donations.
Launch a peer-to-peer fundraising campaign.
Host "friend-raising" events designed to introduce the organization to potential new supporters.
Collaborate with other nonprofit organizations where appropriate.
Plan small gatherings for high-potential donors to encourage face-to-face communication.
Look for ways to diversify revenue streams beyond traditional philanthropy.
Communicate closely with the grants department to ensure funding is not duplicated.
Use storytelling techniques to bring the organization's mission to life in print materials, presentations, etc.
Make sure any new development initiatives align with the overall strategic plan.
Prioritize data privacy concerns when collecting donor information.
Maintain a positive relationship with community members even outside of formal events.
Encourage individuals of all ages to get involved whether as volunteers or donors.
Stay abreast of political changes that could impact nonprofit donations.
Work closely with legal counsel to avoid any conflict of interest.
Continuously evaluate your own performance metrics regarding meeting fundraising goals.
Celebrate successes broadly within the organization.