Individual Giving Officer

 

At Easterseals Redwood, we believe in the power of purpose and the power of work. We empower children and adults with disabilities, military veterans, and people facing disadvantages in our region to live full and meaningful lives. Our programs are designed to meet individuals where they are -- to enrich education, expand employment, enhance health, and elevate our communities.

 

By 2030, 10,000 people each year will say Easterseals Redwood makes their lives better.  As one of the largest human service providers in the region, our team members won’t rest until every one of us is valued, respected, and accepted.

 

Easterseals Redwood operates a ~$30 million annual budget, with a fundraising target of $4M in 2026 and a goal to increase giving each year. In 2024, we completed a $30 million capital campaign and opened The Farmer Family Foundation Regional Impact Campus in Walnut Hills as a hub for our work throughout Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky.

 

 

Position Summary:
The Individual Giving Officer is a member of the Advancement team and is responsible for developing and executing strategies that increase, diversify, and sustain mid-level and major gifts from individuals for Easterseals Redwood’s programs in the service areas of Military & Veterans, Disabilities, and Workforce Development. This position’s primary focus is generating revenue from individual donors, the largest source of philanthropic funds for the organization. The Individual Giving Officer is responsible for stewarding existing donor relationships and prospecting for new support through research and outreach. The ideal candidate is a relationship-oriented professional who can connect donors to the mission of Easterseals Redwood, leading to increased retention, acquisition, and giving.

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