Development Manager

CARE Chest is seeking a relationship-focused Development Manager to help grow community support for our mission throughout Southern Nevada.

This position is responsible for building relationships with donors, foundations, businesses, and community partners that help CARE Chest provide medical resources to Nevadans in need free of charge.

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who enjoys meeting new people, building partnerships, managing projects, and representing CARE Chest in the community. This role works closely with the Development & Marketing Director to support grants, sponsorships, donor stewardship, Community CAREs partnerships, special events, and other fundraising initiatives.

We are looking for someone who is organized, dependable, curious, and excited to help connect community generosity with meaningful impact throughout Nevada.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with individual donors, businesses, community organizations, and foundation partners throughout Southern Nevada.
• Recruit and steward Community CAREs business partners.
• Identify and cultivate sponsorship opportunities for CARE Chest events and initiatives.
• Conduct meetings, presentations, and community visits.
• Assist with foundation research and grant proposal development.
• Prepare grant applications, reports, and supporting materials.
• Coordinate donor communications, acknowledgments, and stewardship activities.
• Maintain accurate donor and prospect records within CARE Chest’s CRM.
• Support fundraising and community engagement events.
• Track fundraising activity, deadlines, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with CARE Chest staff to share impact stories and community needs.

Do you have a valid Driver’s License license?, Do you have experience in Organizational skills?, Do you have a Bachelor’s degree?, * Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience preferred.

• Experience in fundraising, nonprofit work, community relations, sales, business development, marketing, customer relations, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable building relationships with a wide variety of people and organizations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience with CRM systems, Microsoft Office, Adobe, Google Workspace, or similar software preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Pulled from the full job description

• 403(b)
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance, * Build meaningful relationships throughout Southern Nevada.
• Help secure grants, sponsorships, and community partnerships.
• Maintain strong donor stewardship practices.
• Represent CARE Chest professionally and enthusiastically in the community.
• Contribute to CARE Chest’s fundraising and community engagement goals.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have three years on nonprofit fundraising experience?

CARE Chest is dedicated to providing vital medical equipment and resources to low-income residents of Nevada. Our mission is to bridge the gap between essential healthcare needs and what our clients can afford, offering free programs that include medical equipment, prescription assistance, diabetic supplies, medical nutrition, independent living support, and wellness education.