DONOR RELATIONS MANAGER – CLARK COUNTY

Meals on Wheels People is a community-founded and community-driven nonprofit organization. For more than 50 years, we have supported the independence and well-being of older adults throughout the Portland Metro area by providing nutritious meals and meaningful social connections. Guided by our values—integrity, commitment, respect, inclusion, creativity, and teamwork—our staff and thousands of volunteers serve communities across Multnomah, Washington, and Clark counties. Together, we are committed to ensuring that no adult over 60 experiences hunger or social isolation.

Join a mission-driven organization where your work makes a direct impact. We offer a supportive, collaborative environment that values employee well-being, including a four-day workweek, generous paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; pet insurance; a wellness program; professional development opportunities; an Employee Assistance Program; and mileage reimbursement.

Position Overview

Meals on Wheels People is seeking a Donor Relations Manager to manage a mixed portfolio of individual, foundation, and corporate donors in Clark County, Washington. This role plays a key part in advancing MOWP’s mission and ensuring sustainable financial growth through thoughtful donor engagement and relationship-building.

Working closely with the Chief Development Officer (CDO) and cross-functional partners, the Donor Relations Manager will design and execute a comprehensive engagement strategy that meaningfully connects Clark County donors with MOWP’s work in the region. This position is responsible for securing gifts of $5,000 and above, deepening relationships with key funders and community stakeholders, and inspiring continued investment in the vision that no senior goes hungry or experiences social isolation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of approximately 100–150 individual, foundation, and corporate donors and prospects, using moves management to meet or exceed annual fundraising goals with a focus on gifts of $5,000 or more.
• Develop and implement customized cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that strengthen donor engagement and grow giving over time.
• Collaborate with the CDO and Individual Giving Manager to support short- and long-term strategies for major gifts, operations, and the capital campaign, with emphasis on individual gifts, donor-advised funds, and planned giving.
• Create compelling donor-facing materials, including proposals, reports, and personalized communications aligned with donor interests and organizational priorities.
• Identify, qualify, and advance major gift prospects through data analysis, referrals, and proactive outreach.
• Partner with the CEO and CDO to support donor engagement efforts, including coordination of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities involving executive leadership.
• Represent Meals on Wheels People at community events, meetings, and networking opportunities to build and strengthen relationships with Clark County donors and partners.
• Work collaboratively across departments, including individual giving, events, grants, and marketing, to achieve shared fundraising goals.
• Contribute to a cooperative, strategic, and team-oriented work environment, continuously identifying opportunities to enhance fundraising and operational efforts in Clark County.
• Support and uphold Meals on Wheels People’s mission, values, and strategic plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Knowledge

• Knowledge of fundraising, philanthropy, donor engagement, or related fields gained through professional experience, education, training, or lived experience.
• Strong understanding of the philanthropic landscape, including donor engagement strategies, prospect research, fundraising best practices, and emerging trends in giving.

Skills, Experience & Abilities

• Five or more years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or development, with a focus on individual giving, leadership gifts, and major donor relationships.
• Demonstrated success soliciting and securing gifts of $5,000 or more and contributing to the achievement or surpassing of fundraising goals.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing needs.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse audiences and build trusted relationships.
• Proven ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple fundraising initiatives, and to collaborate effectively across teams and functions.
• High level of responsiveness, accountability, and follow‑through, with sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with donor management databases and fundraising technology; experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar CRM systems preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience working with multicultural and socially diverse communities, including older adults, BIPOC communities, low‑income populations, and individuals living with disabilities.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills (including but not limited to English/Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, or other Asian or African languages) strongly preferred. An annual $1,872 bilingual differential is available for candidates who pass a fluency assessment.
• Ability and willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends to support events and time‑sensitive activities.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation required.

We recognize that strong candidates gain skills and expertise in many ways. An equivalent combination of professional experience, training, education, and lived experience will be considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Meals on Wheels People is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds, including people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, women, and people living with disabilities.

For more information about this position and how to apply, please visit mowp.org/careers

For more information about this position and to apply, please visit mowp.org/careers