Job Description

Job Location 150 GLENWOOD LN. - BIRMINGHAM, AL 35242 Position Type Full Time

Make a Lasting Impact with Glenwood

At Glenwood, we believe in providing compassionate care and innovative services to transform lives. As a private nonprofit organization, we serve children and adults with autism spectrum disorder and behavioral health needs through more than 40 programs, supported by a dedicated team of over 500 professionals. With an annual budget of $44 million, Glenwood is a recognized leader in our field.

We are seeking a passionate, strategic, and relationship-driven Vice President of Development to lead all fundraising and development efforts. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a mission-driven organization and make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve. This position reports to the President & CEO. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, with frequent evening and weekend events.

What You’ll Do

As Glenwood’s lead fundraising executive, you will:

Donor Relations & Major Gifts

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporate partners
• Develop and implement strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts
• Create personalized donor engagement experiences, including events, visits, and impact communications

Planned Giving & Endowment Growth

• Design and promote planned giving opportunities in collaboration with the CEO and financial advisors
• Guide donors in creating legacy gifts that align with their values and Glenwood’s mission
• Grow Glenwood’s endowment to ensure long-term financial sustainability

Capital Campaign Leadership

• Lead the planning and execution of Glenwood’s next capital campaign
• Coordinate feasibility studies, develop compelling case statements, and identify key prospects
• Partner with board members, campaign counsel, and volunteers to drive campaign success

External Relations & Stewardship

• Represent Glenwood at community, civic, and philanthropic events
• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to craft impactful donor materials and storytelling
• Ensure effective use of donor databases (Raiser’s Edge/Blackbaud preferred) for engagement and reporting

Organizational Leadership

• Serve as a strategic advisor to the President & CEO and board committees
• Provide regular updates on fundraising performance and campaign progress
• Collaborate with program leaders to align fundraising priorities with organizational goals

What We’re Looking For

• Proven success in cultivating and closing major and planned gifts
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Strategic thinker with strong organizational and follow-through abilities
• Deep understanding of fundraising best practices, planned giving, and capital campaigns
• Proficiency in donor management systems (Raiser’s Edge/Blackbaud preferred)
• Passion for Glenwood’s mission and a commitment to advancing opportunities for individuals with autism and other behavioral health needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years in a fundraising leadership role
• CFRE certification preferred
• Demonstrated experience in donor relations, campaign leadership, and philanthropic strategy

Additional Requirements

• Must pass background screenings including criminal, educational, motor vehicle, child abuse registry, and drug screening

Glenwood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants, without regard to consideration of or discrimination against race, religion, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition or characteristics, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification prohibited by applicable local, State, or Federal laws