About US:

Franciscan Ministries, sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, is a nonprofit Catholic organization. For more than a century, we have cared for generations of families. We own and operate premier senior living communities that provide a spectrum of housing and care options including independent living, assisted living, memory support services, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and community-based home care. Our charitable programs include a domestic violence prevention center and shelter, and we provide scholarships and educational support for students attending an all-girls Catholic high school in the Chicago area.

Franciscan Ministries is searching for a Director of Philanthropy to join our team at the Home Office in Lemont, IL. The Director of Philanthropy & Planned Giving at Franciscan Ministries provides leadership in securing philanthropic support for the organization's mission. This role encompasses strategic planning, administration, and direction to achieve goals and initiatives. 

Responsibilities:

• Prospective Donor Identification and Planned Giving Program: Identify, evaluate, and track prospective donors, and execute a comprehensive planned giving program to increase donor numbers and contributions.
• Guidance on Planned Giving Activities: Provide support and training to the management team and ensure proper acceptance and completion of planned gifts.
• Maintaining Positive Relationships: Foster collaborative relationships with Executive Directors, Grant Writer, associates, and donors.
• Gift Planning and Major Donor Solicitation: Work directly with gift planners and donors to explore giving strategies and maintain a prospect portfolio.
• Community Presentations and Publicity: Make presentations at local organizations and attend relevant events to increase publicity.
• Metrics Development and Analysis: Develop metrics to aid in identifying, cultivating, and soliciting planned gifts, and monitor and analyze these metrics.
• Development Calendar and Newsletter: Create a development calendar and publish newsletters to inform donors about programs.
• Grant Research and Legal Document Review: Research potential grants, obtain End of Life bequests, and review legal documents.
• Professional Development: Remain current on development and fundraising strategies through participation in seminars, workshops, and conferences.
• Policy Development: Develop policies for long-term pledges, estate gift commitments, and donor recognition.
• Advice on Gift Acceptance and Management: Provide guidance on the acceptance and management of complex gifts.

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant area; a Master’s Degree is preferred.
• 3-5 Years of fundraising and philanthropic experience required; greater than five years preferred. 
• Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) preferred.

Employee Benefits:

We offer our associates benefits to support growth, like tuition reimbursement so you can reach educational and development goals! Generous paid time off-so you can experience awesome work life balance, and medical, dental and vision insurance, so that you are not only happy but healthy! Packages also include:

• Competitive Compensation & Bonus
• Group Health, Dental & Vision
• Employer Funded Health Savings Account
• Life/Disability Insurance (Maternity – STD options!!)
• 401k Match
• Tuition Assistance

About Franciscan Ministries:

At Franciscan Ministries, we believe that to do this, each of us come from a place of joy. Our vision of service is to provide excellent, person-centered care designed to help our residents experience the fullness of their lives wherever they find themselves on life’s journey. We believe in our associates and are committed to creating an environment that is encouraging and nurturing of your career path. DFWP/EOE/e-verify.

 Are you ready to write the next chapter of your story? Please apply now!