Director of Philanthropy - Canada - Remote

We are delighted to be recruiting for a Director of Philanthropy to join Mary’s Meals Canada. Reporting to our Executive Director and working as a key member of the Canadian Leadership team, the Director of Philanthropy will support and drive forward our ambitious strategy. They will be responsible for developing new partnerships with foundations, businesses, and high-net-worth individuals who align with our values.

As Director of Philanthropy, you will take a lead role in developing and supporting strategic relationships to ensure the long-term financial sustainability and growth of our movement. This will include responsibility for increasing support from international grassroots supporters, foundations, corporations, major donors and other strategic or philanthropic partners. The Director of Philanthropy is expected to bring in $115,000 of new money from High-Net-Worth Individuals, Foundations, and Corporations within the year 2024, contributing to the organization's overall financial sustainability and growth.

You will:

• Develop a comprehensive database of Canadian corporations/businesses, foundations and high net worth individuals aligned with Mary’s Meals mission who present potential partnership opportunities.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that aligns with the organization's mission and goals. This will involve identifying potential donors, creating fundraising campaigns, and developing donor recognition programs.
• Cultivate new donor relationships to expand the Mary’s Meals Canada’s donor base and increase revenue.
• Engage donors through cultivating strong relationships with donors, including major gift / high-net-worth donors, foundations, and corporations. This will include creating customized engagement plans to maintain their support such as offering recognition to corporate donors by including their logos on our website, social media channels, and event materials.
• Track fundraising progress and adjust strategies as needed to ensure that the organization meets its fundraising goals.
• Collaborate with other …