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Angel Foundation™

Position Profile - Vice President of Development
Reports to - President & Chief Executive Officer

CLASSIFICATION - Full-Time | Exempt

About Angel Foundation™

Angel foundation™ offers relief to adults with cancer and their loved ones through financial assistance, education, and emotional support.
Angel Foundation™ is a mission-driven organization committed to providing compassionate support to adults impacted by cancer. The organization fosters a collaborative, people-first culture grounded in the belief of “How can I help?” Team members are passionate about serving the cancer community while advancing strategic growth, innovation, and organizational excellence.
Angel Foundation™ is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment by providing equitable access to resources and cultivating respectful and authentic relationships with all stakeholders.

Angel Foundation Facts:

• 25-year history of success delivering essential services to adult cancer patients and their loved ones.
• 62,000 individuals as well as $16 million in non-medical basic need support.
• Serves 4,200 patients annually
• 15 FTEs
• $4 million operating budget
• $5 million in assets

Position Summary

Angel Foundation™ seeks a strategic, relationship-driven, and visionary fundraising leader to serve as its next Vice President of Development. Reporting directly to the President & CEO and serving as a key member of the Leadership Team, the Vice President of Development will lead all fundraising, marketing, communications, and donor engagement efforts for the organization. This executive leader will oversee the design and execution of a comprehensive development strategy that drives sustainable revenue growth, strengthens donor relationships, elevates brand visibility, and advances the mission of Angel Foundation™ statewide. The Vice President of Development will lead and mentor a high‑performing development and communications team while partnering closely with the President and CEO and Board of Directors, community leaders, corporate partners, and major donors to expand philanthropic support and deepen community engagement.

Key Leadership ResponsibilitiesStrategic Fundraising Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports organizational growth and long‑term sustainability.
• Lead all philanthropic revenue streams including:
  • Major gifts
  • Individual giving
  • Corporate partnerships and sponsorships
  • Foundation grants
  • Annual campaigns
  • Special events
  • Workplace giving
  • Third party initiatives
• Build, manage, and maintain a strong donor pipeline through effective prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and moves management practices.
• Identify and pursue new funding opportunities aligned with organizational priorities.
• Establish measurable fundraising goals and performance metrics while ensuring accountability across the development function.

Direct Reports:

• Director of Individual Giving and Special Events (includes marketing and communications oversight)
• Senior Data Analyst
• Leadership Giving Officer

Marketing & Communications

• Provide strategic oversight for all marketing, branding, communications, and public relations activities.
• Ensure consistent messaging that effectively communicates Angel Foundation’s mission, impact, and value proposition.
• Oversee integrated communications strategies utilizing digital marketing, social media, media relations, print materials, storytelling, and community engagement.
• Strengthen organizational visibility and brand awareness across Minnesota and key stakeholder audiences.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a collaborative and mission-focused development and communications team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and high performance.
• Provide coaching, goal setting, and professional development opportunities for staff.
• Ensure departmental operations, staffing, and budgets align with organizational priorities.

Board & Community Engagement

• Partner with the President & CEO and Board of Directors to strengthen fundraising capacity and community engagement.
• Support and engage board members in donor cultivation, stewardship, and fundraising activities.
• Serve as a visible ambassador for Angel Foundation™ within the philanthropic and nonprofit community.
• Build meaningful relationships with donors, volunteers, corporate partners, and community stakeholders.

Systems & Operational Excellence

• Evaluate and optimize development systems, donor databases, reporting tools, and fundraising operations.
• Utilize data analytics and reporting to inform fundraising strategy and measure performance.
• Ensure ethical fundraising practices and compliance with all applicable regulations and policies.
• Collaborate across departments to align fundraising initiatives with organizational goals and programs.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is an accomplished fundraising executive and servant leader with a demonstrated history of driving revenue growth, building strong teams, and cultivating meaningful donor relationships. This individual brings both strategic vision and operational excellence, balancing innovation with execution.

The successful candidate will be:

• A relationship builder who inspires trust and confidence
• An effective communicator and storyteller
• A collaborative leader who values teamwork and transparency
• Results‑oriented with strong financial and business acumen
• Passionate about supporting individuals and families impacted by cancer
• Entrepreneurial, innovative, and solutions‑focused
• Emotionally intelligent with strong interpersonal skills
• Comfortable representing the organization publicly and engaging diverse audiences

Qualifications & Experience

Required qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit leadership, marketing, business administration, communications, or a related field
• Proven success in major gift cultivation and donor stewardship
• Experience with developing and securing six figure gifts
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive nonprofit fundraising leadership experience
• Demonstrated success leading comprehensive fundraising programs and achieving revenue growth
• Experience managing and mentoring high‑performing teams
• Strong understanding of nonprofit marketing and communications strategies
• Experience partnering with executive leadership and boards of directors
• Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience within healthcare, human services, or mission-driven nonprofit organizations
• Familiarity with the Minnesota philanthropic landscape
• CFRE certification or advanced fundraising credentials
• Proven growth with a nonprofit visible within the organizations 990
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management capabilities
• Proficiency with donor databases, CRM systems, Microsoft Office, and fundraising technologies

Core Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Relationship Management
• Fundraising & Revenue Development
• Executive Communication
• Team Leadership & Coaching
• Financial & Business Acumen
• Innovation & Problem Solving
• Accountability & Results Orientation
• Collaboration & Emotional Intelligence
• Mission Alignment & Community Impact

Success Measures

• Achievement or exceeding of annual fundraising goals
• Growth in donor acquisition, retention, and major gift revenue
• Successful execution of fundraising campaigns and events
• Increased organizational visibility and community engagement
• Team engagement, satisfaction, and positive retention
• Effective budget management and operational efficiency
• Strengthened donor stewardship and stakeholder relationships
• Advancement of strategic organizational priorities

Work Environment & Expectations

• Standard office environment with hybrid flexibility as approved
• Ability to attend community events and donor meetings, including occasional evenings and weekends
• Some local and regional travel required
• Ability to lift and transport materials up to 50 pounds as needed for events and organizational activities

Compensation & Benefits

Angel Foundation™ offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of adults with cancer and their families.

Salary Range: $108,000-$115,000

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Vision
• Basic Life/AD&D
• Voluntary Life/AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Robust PTO: 4 weeks of PTO

Why Join Angel Foundation™

This is an opportunity to join a growing and highly respected organization making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults facing cancer. The Vice President of Mission Delivery will play a critical role in shaping the future impact of Angel Foundation™ while leading compassionate, mission-centered work that directly supports individuals and families during some of life’s most difficult moments.
Angel Foundation™ is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all individuals impacted by cancer and believes diversity strengthens both our organization and the communities we serve.

Angel Foundation™ is an Equal Opportunity