The Sacred Heart Foundation is seeking an Executive Director to enhance donor relations, increase our endowment, and develop other revenues to further the Foundation’s mission to support Sacred Heart School.
The Executive Director will develop and foster relationships with new and existing donors, stakeholders, and community partners, including alumni, businesses and others who may be interested in supporting Catholic education. Under the direction of the Foundation Board, this person will work to establish a robust and engaged donor portfolio and is responsible to plan, organize, and execute major fundraising efforts including securing gifts or donations, and growing the endowment fund.
Qualifications: Prefer prior experience in nonprofit development including annual giving, planned giving, and major events; however related work experience will be considered.
This is a full-time position; salary will be dependent upon experience. A remote or hybrid arrangement may be considered for the right person. The position will be open until filled.
If you are interested in this position, please email a cover letter and resume to Dennis DeMers, [email protected]
About the Foundation and School
Sacred Heart Foundation is an independent non-profit organization established to support Sacred Heart School, in East Grand Forks, MN. The Foundation manages an endowment in excess of $9 million and provides annual support to Sacred Heart School. The school was founded in 1912. It offers daycare, preschool, elementary and high school programs for the East Grand Forks and Greater Grand Forks region. Although it is a Catholic school, it serves families from a variety of faith backgrounds that seek and value high quality Christian education. For more information on the Foundation, click here.
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