Board of Directors - Development Chair

Roles & Responsibilities: Develop a comprehensive annual Development Plan with specific goals for fundraising campaigns and events, emphasizing corporate sponsorships and donor cultivation. Explore new audiences, partnerships, and opportunities to expand fundraising initiatives. Support grant prospecting, cultivation, and strategy; contribute to proposal development and copywriting. Collaborate with fellow board members to strengthen outreach and donor cultivation efforts in a long‑term, sustainable manner.

Experience: Experience in fundraising, nonprofit development, and/or donor relations. Strategic thinker with energy, creativity, and passion for increasing the donor database. Comfortable leading public‑facing activities. Knowledge of philanthropic giving trends in both the corporate and individual communities. Experience leading a Development Committee team charged with seeking sponsorships and in‑kind donations. Knowledge of current ocean‑related issues and developments is highly desirable. Interested applicants should submit a resume or LinkedIn profile link to Ana Blanco, Executive Director, IOFF, and include the committee chair position in the subject line.