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Annual Fund Manager
Springbrook
oneonta, ny, usa
USD 62,500-66,500 / year
Posted on Jan 16, 2026
Position Summary:
Salary Ranges from $62,500-$66,500 per year based on education and experience.
The Annual Fund Manager plays a key role in the development and execution of Springbrook’s annual fundraising strategy. This position leads the creation, implementation, and evaluation of annual fund plans; supports donor engagement; and strengthens partnerships with families and local businesses to advance fundraising goals. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with excellent organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive, professional presence.
Springbrook’s Foundation team works on a hybrid schedule, combining in-office and remote work. Candidates must have an adequate home-office setup and be able to report regularly to the office. The candidate must reside within Springbrook’s 14-county service region.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Annual Fund
- Take the lead on developing, managing, and executing comprehensive annual fund plans, including goal setting, donor segmentation, and performance tracking.
- Report directly to the Foundation Director and collaborate on strategies to grow and steward annual giving.
- Organize all annual fund solicitations (hard copy and digital), including writing appeal copy and coordinating production with internal teams and external vendors.
- Manage a small portfolio of current and prospective annual fund donors to support donor retention and engagement.
- Develop and maintain partnerships with local businesses to support fundraising efforts, including securing sponsorships, donated items, and volunteers.
- Collaborate with Human Resources on the Springbrook Scholars program, including donor stewardship, scholarship committee participation, and planning recognition events.
Gift Recording and Acknowledgment
- Oversee gift management process
- Work closely with an outside consultant and Foundation Assistant to ensure all gifts are entered into the database and acknowledged in a timely manner.
- Support the Director of Grants and work with the finance department on post-award grant management and stewardship.
Event Management
- Support the Assistant Director of Parent and Family Engagement with family engagement activities, including planning and executing Parent and Family Network fundraising and stewardship events.
- Assist with the coordination of additional Foundation-related events as needed to support donor engagement and annual fundraising goals.
- All other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 3–5 years of experience in a similar role or nonprofit environment preferred, with strong understanding of fundraising and donor relations.
- Forward-thinking, proactive mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, propose solutions, and stay current on annual giving best practices.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Emotional maturity and ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word; ability to learn new software as needed.
- Experience with donor database software preferred (Virtuous experience strongly desired).
- Ability to work collaboratively across the organization as well as independently to meet deadlines and achieve goals.
- Ability and willingness to travel and work occasional evenings and Saturdays.
- Must meet the requirements to drive Springbrook vehicles as needed.