Bachelor's degree strongly preferred Superior written and verbal communication skills Event planning experience preferred Demonstrated ability to build long-term relationships with a wide variety of stakeholders in a positive, engaging manner Preferably: At least two years' experience in supporting an individual giving program, planning fundraising events and campaigns with digital and hard copy mailers, attending to board relations and/or major gifts Experience with communications, public relations, and/or grant-writing preferred Professional computer skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suites, SalesForce, Canva, WordPress, Constant Contact, GiftWorks, iWave, or similar programs a plus Commitment to Growing Home's mission Ability to work some evenings and weekends. The Individual Giving Associate is responsible for leading the team in donor prospecting, cultivation, solicitation, acknowledgement, and engagement at all levels of giving-working closely with the Executive Director or Designee to build and manage a robust major gifts program.