Foundation Director

Minnesota State Moorhead

. Increase Minnesota West Foundation funding and major gifts through corporate, community, private and family foundations, and alumni relations .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeWorthington • Minnesota • United StatesLead💰 $29 - $42 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fundraising strategies, donor relations, and grant proposal development while effectively managing financial information and compliance requirements. Proven ability to cultivate relationships with diverse stakeholders and lead successful fundraising campaigns.

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Fundraising ExperienceDonor Relations ManagementGrant Proposal DevelopmentFinancial Information ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Fundraising StrategiesGrant WritingBudget ManagementProspect ResearchCampaign DesignEvent PlanningData ReportingCompliance ManagementStewardship ActivitiesBusiness Planning

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsTime ManagementInterpersonal SkillsAttention to DetailPresentation Skills

Industry Keywords

Major Gifts ProgramAlumni EngagementFiduciary ResponsibilitiesCommunity RelationsMinnesota State ComplianceFoundation Board CollaborationDonor Cultivation StrategiesStewardship EventsFinancial PlanningIRS Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Increase Minnesota West Foundation funding and major gifts through corporate, community, private and family foundations, and alumni relations
Develop and implement a systematic program to increase gifts and grants
Develop short- and long-range fundraising goals with the Foundation Board of Directors and College President
Build and advance a major gifts program
Design and implement fundraising campaigns aligned with the annual giving cycle
Identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospective donors
Develop grant proposals and funding requests with the College President
Implement communications and outreach plans with the college’s marketing department
Develop and manage donor relations, alumni engagement, and stewardship activities
Lead donor recognition and stewardship events
Maintain communication with current and prospective donors and conduct solicitations
Collaborate with the Foundation Board, College President, and Vice President of Finance & Facilities on financial planning and oversight
Develop Foundation and residential hall business plans
Prepare and oversee annual operating budgets
Oversee Foundation scholarship funds and related reporting
Ensure accurate reporting on gifts, grants, and restricted funds
Provide reports supporting the Foundation Board’s fiduciary responsibilities
Maintain communication with the Board regarding Foundation and college priorities and activities
Manage Foundation policies, processes, and compliance requirements
Ensure compliance with state and federal reporting requirements, Attorney General regulations, IRS requirements, Minnesota State expectations, and Secretary of State filings
Support board development, recruitment, training, and standing committees
Prepare materials for Foundation meetings, mailings, reports, campaigns, events, and Board decisions
Oversee gift acceptance, processing, acknowledgment, and record maintenance
Serve as primary liaison to the Minnesota State System Director of Foundation Services
Maintain donor, alumni, and prospect information
Prepare reports and dashboards and recommend fundraising strategies
Conduct prospect research and develop donor cultivation strategies
Evaluate Foundation operations and recommend improvements
Participate in committees, special projects, and selected legislative or community relationship activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three years of professional related work experience
A bachelor’s degree may substitute for 1 year of experience
An associate’s degree may substitute for 6 months of experience
Fundraising experience with demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, and securing gifts
Experience building and sustaining relationships with community members, donors, and prospective supporters
Strong written, oral, and presentation communication skills
Ability to understand, manage, and communicate financial information
Strong organizational and management skills, with attention to detail
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external constituents
Effective time management and prioritization skills
Must apply online and attach an electronic cover letter and resume
Must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States at the time of employment
Employees driving on college/university business using a rental or state vehicle must conform to Minnesota State vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Low-cost medical and dental insurance with affordable deductibles
Employer-paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care accounts with a roll-over option
Confidential Employee Assistance Program for mental health, legal, and financial counseling
12 paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick time
Six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement accounts
Various investment options
Professional development
Tuition waivers for employees and dependents