Ibis Healthcare is a mission-driven behavioral health organization serving individuals and families across the Tampa Bay region. As we expand our programs and experience organizational growth, Ibis Healthcare Foundation is seeking a dynamic Director to lead key fundraising, communications, and community engagement initiatives.
This role is ideal for a strategic, relationship-centered professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys balancing donor strategy with hands-on execution.
The Director partners in donor development, managing a portfolio of supporters, and leads annual fundraising strategy, event execution, grant writing, and donor communications. This position plays a central role in cultivating philanthropic partnerships, elevating community visibility, and strengthening the organization’s fundraising infrastructure. The Director also supports board engagement and serves as a key liaison across departments to ensure cohesive messaging and donor stewardship.
Position Title: Foundation Director
Salary Range: $70,000-$78,000
Location: Tampa, FL (Non-Remote)
Reports To: Foundation Executive Director
COMPANY BENEFITS
- A mission-driven workplace that values equity and dignity
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
- 401K retirement option to participate in with employer match
- PTO + paid holidays annually
- Employee Life Insurance paid for by Ibis Healthcare
- Employee Assistance Program
- Option to participate in supplemental group insurance plans at affordable rates.
- Training, supervision, and career growth opportunities
- Supportive team culture and leadership
Key Responsibilities:
Major Gifts & Leadership Giving
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of donors and prospects.
- Develop individualized strategies for leadership-level gifts.
- Partner with the Executive Director on top-tier donor strategy and joint solicitations.
Annual Fund & Campaign Leadership
- Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of the annual fundraising campaign.
- In partnership with the Foundation Coordinator, develop multi-channel appeals, donor journeys, and stewardship plans.
- Oversee peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives and volunteer fundraising efforts.
- Analyze campaign performance and adjust strategies to maximize results.
Event Planning & Community Engagement
- Lead planning and execution of fundraising events, cultivation gatherings, and community presentations.
- Represent Ibis Healthcare at community groups, civic organizations, and partner events.
- Collaborate with staff and volunteers to ensure events are mission-aligned and donor-centered; lead facilitation of volunteer committees.
Grants & Institutional Giving
- Manage and execute on a portfolio of grant submissions.
- Write and submit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and reports.
- Build relationships with foundations, corporate partners, and institutional funders.
Board & Leadership Support
- Prepare reports, dashboards, and materials for board and committee meetings.
- Support board members in donor engagement and fundraising activities.
- Provide strategic insights to leadership on fundraising trends and opportunities.
Marketing & Communications Liaison
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop donor-focused communications.
- Oversee social media strategy, email campaigns, and storytelling initiatives.
- Ensure consistent, mission-aligned messaging across all platforms.
- Support development of marketing materials, impact reports, and campaign collateral.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in fundraising, advancement, or nonprofit development.
- Demonstrated success in securing leadership gifts and annual campaigns.
- Strong writing skills, including grant writing and donor communications.
- Experience planning and executing fundraising events.
- Excellent public speaking and presentation abilities.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Ability to build authentic relationships with donors, partners, and community members.
